# Columns Classic

> Classic falling block puzzle game with color matching mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by AkaTek LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/columns-classic/id493866772 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AkaTek LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1604686567)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/columns-classic/id493866772/reviews.md

## What is Columns Classic?

Remake of classic "Columns" game. Manipulate falling columns to form vertical, horizontal, or diagonal lines of 3 or more of diamonds of the same color. Try to clear as many diamonds as possible. 


FEATURES

- Game Center integration for online scores.

## Key features

- Falling column matching
- Vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines
- Diamond clearing
- Game Center integration
- Online scoreboards

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/columns-classic/id493866772/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Do not buy

*2021-10-22, version 2.2*

I just bought this and can’t use it. It says terminal error and then the app closes. Do not buy this.

### 1/5 — Unfortunately this game doesn’t work

*2021-07-01, version 2.2*

Doesn’t work. Invalid coordinates error when trying to open.

### 1/5 — This just does not work

*2021-03-26, version 2.2*

I really liked this game and played it a lot. So I bought one so I did not have to deal with the adds. I was very disappointed when it did not work. Would not start at all.

### 1/5 — Freeze Repeatedly

*2020-01-04, version 2.2*

Used to work great, now it freezes repeatedly. Not even downloading and reinstalling the app makes it work.

### 2/5 — Freezes

*2017-11-03, version 2.2*

Latest version freezes and nothing unfreezes it besides uninstalling it and reinstalling it.

### 2/5 — 2 1/2 out of 5 stars.

*2017-06-05, version 2.1.3*

I rate this 2 1/2 stars out of 5. 

There is no sound which actually takes away a lot from the experience. 

In the original sega version there were flash jewels which appeared randomly and would eliminate all of the jewels on the screen that matched the one that you landed on. That is missing in this game as it randomly added an unexpected life raft during close calls. The original sega version also played in an Egyptian themed setting that added to the games charm. This version is in a generic setting. 

This game is better than nothing, but I would rather play the polished version.

### 4/5 — HD version for iPad, Please!

*2016-02-11, version 2.1.1*

I love this game, it's very addicted, fun and excited.
But I'm playing in my ipad, will be extremely awesome some HD version.
thank you very much

### 3/5 — Happy until it freezes 😖

*2013-03-14, version 1.2.2*

The game is great and very fun to play, BUT once I'm in a groove and playing for a while, the jewels stop rotating when I tap the screen. I quit the game and go back in, but it still does the same thing after a while. Fix that, and it will be allllll good!

### 5/5 — Columns

*2012-06-29, version 1.2.2*

I can't get enough of this game, I play it at least once a day!!

### 3/5 — Columns Pro

*2012-02-19, version 1.2.1*

I had the Free columns & loved it. Recently items acting strange on my IPOD, shutting down or not moving at all..  Therefore I deleted it & I went searching for the program again; but, the Free program said it was already loaded & would not reload.

Therefore, I went & purchased another Columns Pro paid for it.  It also is not working correctly, I have to press the program 3 times in order to work.  When one game ends it completely in lieu of just bringing up another game. 

I am disappointed with the entire program.

## Frequently asked questions about Columns Classic

### What is Columns Classic?

Columns Classic is a remake of the classic "Columns" puzzle game. Players manipulate falling columns to form lines of three or more matching colored diamonds.

### How do you play Columns Classic?

You arrange falling columns so that three or more diamonds of the same color align vertically, horizontally, or diagonally to clear them from the screen.

### Does Columns Classic have online multiplayer?

Columns Classic features Game Center integration for online scores and leaderboards, allowing you to compete with other players' high scores.

### What devices does Columns Classic support?

Columns Classic is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Columns Classic?

Columns Classic has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players.

### How much does Columns Classic cost?

Columns Classic is a paid application, priced at $2.99.

### When was Columns Classic last updated?

The latest version of Columns Classic was released on November 2, 2017.

### What is the user sentiment for Columns Classic?

Columns Classic has a rating of 2.9 stars from 15 ratings, indicating mixed user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2017-11-02

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- iOS 11 Support

### 2.1.3 — 2016-03-31

- Audiobooks sound fix

### 2.1.1 — 2015-07-09

- Stability improvements

### 2.1 — 2014-12-16

Thank you very much for the comments. We do read and listen the comments.

- Blitz and Countdown modes are back!! 
- Added new Turbo mode for hardcore gamers.
- Fixed sound bug.

### 2.0 — 2014-10-17

- iOS 8 Support

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