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Game Boy · Puzzle
Soldam
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Jaleco |
| Publisher | Jaleco |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Soldam |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1993, Soldam is a puzzle game developed by Jaleco. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Darkwing Duck and Kirby's Pinball Land.
It is part of the Soldam series. Jaleco also made Maru's Mission, Fortified Zone and Battle Unit Zeoth for the Game Boy.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Soldam is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Soldam walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Soldam FAQ
When did Soldam come out on the Game Boy?
Soldam was released for the Game Boy in 1993; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Soldam?
It was developed by Jaleco.
How long does Soldam take to play?
As a puzzle game, Soldam typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Soldam on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.