Columns GB: Tezuka Osamu Characters

Columns GB: Tezuka Osamu Characters is a puzzle game for the Game Boy Color, adapting a title originally prominent on the Sega Game Gear. Its core gameplay involves manipulating falling colored pieces, similar to other established games in the genre.

The version distinguishes itself through licensed characters from manga artist Osamu Tezuka, including Astro Boy and Black Jack. These characters are selectable and appear in a side panel, where their expressions change based on gameplay events, though they do not directly affect the puzzle mechanics. Player progress can be recorded using three available save slots.

Beyond the standard Columns mode, additional play options exist. One is a structured puzzle challenge where specific pieces must be used to clear a pre-arranged board. The game also supports multiplayer competition through a link cable feature.