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Mr. Driller

Released

  • Arcade
  • PlayStation 3
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation
  • PlayStation Portable
  • Dreamcast

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About

Mr. Driller is an arcade puzzle game developed by Namco and first released in 1999. Players control a driller who descends through layers of colored blocks, clearing paths while managing a limited air supply. Blocks disappear when four or more of the same color are connected, creating strategic challenges as the screen scrolls upward. The game emphasizes quick decision-making and careful planning under time pressure. It became known for its simple mechanics, increasing difficulty, and bright visual style.

Developer
Namco
Publisher
Virgin Interactive Entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment, Midas Interactive Entertainment, NEC, Namco Bandai Games, Namco, Bandai Namco Entertainment
Genres
Puzzle, Strategy, Arcade
Themes
Action
Modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Age ratings
ESRB E, CERO A, USK 12, ACB G
IGDB rating
78 / 100 (17 ratings)
Also known as
미스터 드릴러

Release dates

Release dates by platform
PlatformRelease
Arcade · Japan · Worldwide
Dreamcast · Europe · North America · Japan
PC (Microsoft Windows) · North America · Japan · Europe
PlayStation · Europe · North America · Japan · Australia
PlayStation 3 · Japan · North America
PlayStation Portable

Screenshots

  • Mr. Driller screenshot 1
  • Mr. Driller screenshot 2
  • Mr. Driller screenshot 3
  • Mr. Driller screenshot 4
  • Mr. Driller screenshot 5

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