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Timeball
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| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Hudson and published by NEC, Timeball arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990 as a puzzle game. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
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 Klax. Among the 11 TurboGrafx-16 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Hudson also made Bomberman '94, Bomberman and J.J. & Jeff for the TurboGrafx-16.
Timeball 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 TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Timeball 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.
Timeball walkthroughs & guides
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Timeball FAQ
When did Timeball come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Timeball was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Timeball?
It was developed by Hudson and published by NEC.
Is Timeball multiplayer?
Yes. Timeball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Timeball take to play?
As a puzzle game, Timeball 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 Timeball 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.