Klax Master System box art

Sega Master System · Puzzle / Strategy

Klax

Deep cut

SystemSega Master System
GenrePuzzle, Strategy
DeveloperTengen
PublisherTengen
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Klax is a puzzle game released for the Sega Master System, developed by Tengen. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.

Among the 6 Master System puzzle games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

Tengen also made Marble Madness and Ms. Pac-Man for the Master System.

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've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

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 gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Klax cheats & codes

8 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Klaxes Remaining Modifier00C1-FEXX
Infinite Credits (Continues)00C0-E609
Infinite Drop Meter00C0-9F00

See all Klax cheats

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 Master System games today

The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.

Klax FAQ

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.

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