Tetris Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Puzzle
Hatris
Certified classic
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Micro Cabin |
| Publisher | Micro Cabin |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Micro Cabin, Hatris arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991 as a puzzle game.
It landed about 2 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1991 include Turrican, Raiden and Columns. Among the 11 TurboGrafx-16 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 TurboGrafx-16's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hatris 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.
Hatris walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Hatris.
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Hatris FAQ
When did Hatris come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Hatris was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991.
Who made Hatris?
It was developed by Micro Cabin.
Is Hatris multiplayer?
No. Hatris is a single-player game.
How long does Hatris take to play?
As a puzzle game, Hatris 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 Hatris 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.