Aquarium (US)

Aquarium is a cooperative puzzle game released in 1996 by Excellent System for two players. The gameplay revolves around strategically dropping colorful blocks into an aquarium environment to create patterns and clear the playfield. Players must coordinate their actions carefully, as each block placement affects both individual areas and the overall arrangement of the tank. Successfully completing levels requires teamwork and planning to avoid overcrowding and ultimately achieve a clean slate. The game utilizes a straightforward control scheme; players use eight-way joysticks to position blocks before releasing them into the aquarium. A lively soundtrack, composed by Tousyu Furukawa and featuring sound effects created by Makoto Shirai, accompanies the puzzle action. Originally released in Japan during October 1995, Aquarium offers a unique blend of strategic thinking and cooperative gameplay for arcade enthusiasts.