Lemmings Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Puzzle / Strategy
Klax
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Tengen |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990, Klax is a puzzle game developed by Tengen. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP. Among the 25 Genesis puzzle games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Tengen also made Rampart, Dragon's Revenge and Awesome Possum... Kicks Dr. Machino's Butt for the Genesis.
Klax is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Klax 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.
Klax cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FF0FDD:0014 |
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Klax walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Klax.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Klax FAQ
When did Klax come out on the Genesis?
Klax was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990.
Who made Klax?
It was developed by Tengen.
Is Klax multiplayer?
No. Klax is a single-player game.
How long does Klax take to play?
As a puzzle game, Klax 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 Klax 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.