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Games / Puzzle / Strategy

Mr. Driller

"Mr."

Namco·Virgin Interactive Entertainment·Sony Computer Entertainment·Midas Interactive Entertainment·NEC·Namco Bandai Games·Bandai Namco Entertainment· October 1, 1999· Main Game
80
Critic Score
1 reviews
77
User Score
17 ratings

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.

Released 1 October 1999 for PlayStation, Arcade, Dreamcast and PC (Microsoft Windows) by Namco, published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment and Sony Computer Entertainment. Rated E by ESRB, A by CERO.

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Mr. Driller trailer and videos

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Artwork & Box Art

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PlayStation
Standard
AU
Dec 31, 2000
Arcade
Standard
WW
Dec 31, 1999
Arcade
Standard
JP
Oct 1, 1999
Dreamcast
Standard
NA
Jun 23, 2000
Dreamcast
Standard
JP
Jun 29, 2000
Dreamcast
Standard
EU
Oct 1, 1999
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Standard
EU
May 4, 2001
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Standard
NA
Dec 31, 2000
PlayStation
Standard
EU
Oct 1, 1999
PlayStation
Standard
NA
May 10, 2000
PlayStation
Standard
JP
Jun 29, 2000
PlayStation
Standard
NZ
Dec 31, 2000
PlayStation 3
Standard
JP
Dec 21, 2006
Digital Compatibility Release
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Standard
JP
Feb 10, 2001
PlayStation 3
Standard
NA
Feb 18, 2014
Digital Compatibility Release
PlayStation Portable
Standard
JP
Dec 21, 2006
Digital Compatibility Release
Critic Score
80 /100
Generally Favorable
Based on 1 professional review
Aggregated from professional game critics and publications.
User Score
77 /100
Generally Favorable
Based on 17 ratings
Aggregated from player ratings across platforms worldwide.
Score Comparison
Critics
80
Users
77
Score Guide
90–100
Universal Acclaim
75–89
Generally Favorable
CriticsUsers
50–74
Mixed or Average
20–49
Generally Unfavorable
0–19
Overwhelming Dislike