TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Puzzle / Strategy
Klax
Certified classic
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| 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 TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990, Klax is a puzzle game developed by Tengen. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It came out in the TurboGrafx-16's second year on the market. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1990 include Bonk's Adventure, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Devil's Crush. Among the 11 TurboGrafx-16 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
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 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 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
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Need No Klax to Finish (catch a piece to finish wave) | 1f0048:00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Credits | 1f006b:09 |
Klax walkthroughs & guides
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Klax FAQ
When did Klax come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Klax was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine 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.