PlayStation · Puzzle
Turnabout
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | ArtDink |
| Publisher | Natsume |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Turnabout is a puzzle game released in 2003 for the PlayStation, developed by ArtDink and published by Natsume.
It landed about 8 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2003 include FIFA Football 2004, Madden NFL 2004 and Inuyasha: A Feudal Fairy Tale.
ArtDink also made No One Can Stop Mr. Domino! and Aquanaut's Holiday for the PS1.
Turnabout 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 PS1 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 Turnabout 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.
Turnabout cheats & codes
3 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Always No Steps | 8015C1E4
0000 |
|---|---|
| Enable All Levels | 8015C188
0009 |
| Puzzle Modifier (00-63) | 8015C1B8
00?? |
Turnabout walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Turnabout FAQ
When did Turnabout come out on the PS1?
Turnabout was released for the PlayStation in 2003.
Who made Turnabout?
It was developed by ArtDink and published by Natsume.
Is Turnabout multiplayer?
No. Turnabout is a single-player game.
How long does Turnabout take to play?
As a puzzle game, Turnabout 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 Turnabout 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.