Sega Game Gear · Puzzle
Baku Baku
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Minato Giken |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Game Gear in 1996, Baku Baku is a puzzle game developed by Minato Giken and published by SEGA.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1996 include Puzzle Bobble, Panzer Dragoon Mini and Lunar: Sanposuru Gakuen.
Minato Giken also made Sonic Labyrinth and Dynamite Headdy for the Game Gear.
Baku Baku supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Baku Baku 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.
If you like Baku Baku, the Matrix also picks…
Lemmings Classic
Tetris Classic
Columns Co-op
Super Columns Deep cut
Yoshi Classic
Donkey Kong Classic
Playing Game Gear games today
Game Gear games are compact, colorful and closely related to the Master System library, so they are quick to dive into.
Baku Baku FAQ
When did Baku Baku come out on the Game Gear?
Baku Baku was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1996.
Who made Baku Baku?
It was developed by Minato Giken and published by SEGA.
Is Baku Baku multiplayer?
Yes. Baku Baku supports up to 2 players.
How long does Baku Baku take to play?
As a puzzle game, Baku Baku 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.
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