PlayStation · Puzzle
Magical Drop III
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1997) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Data East / Swing! Deutschland |
| Publisher | Swing! Deutschland |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Magical Drop |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Magical Drop III is a puzzle game released in 2000 for the PlayStation, developed by Data East / Swing! Deutschland and published by Swing! Deutschland. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Magical Drop 3. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1997.
It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.
It is part of the Magical Drop series; on the PS1 you can also try Magical Drop F. The series also appears on other systems with Magical Drop (SNES) and Magical Drop (Neo Geo).
Magical Drop III 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 PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Magical Drop III 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.
Magical Drop III walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Magical Drop III FAQ
When did Magical Drop III come out on the PS1?
Magical Drop III was released for the PlayStation in 2000; the original game dates back to 1997.
Who made Magical Drop III?
It was developed by Data East / Swing! Deutschland and published by Swing! Deutschland.
Is Magical Drop III multiplayer?
Yes. Magical Drop III supports up to 2 players.
How long does Magical Drop III take to play?
As a puzzle game, Magical Drop III 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 Magical Drop III 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.