Play Arctic online

Play Arctic Online

5/5
MSX 2
1988-12-31

Arctic is an action puzzle game that describes itself as "active rail playing". Each of more than two-dozen stages consists of a set of rails in various arrangements, often looping around each other and splitting in various directions. Each stage contains a number of colored balls which begin in corresponding slots, and after launching them the goal is to return the balls to the matching-colored slots. The only interaction the player has with the board is switching two sets of splits; there are yellow and blue splits, which will redirect any balls moving through them, and the player can only turn all of one color as a group. Many stages also contain bumpers and gates which will affect the speed and direction of the balls. Completing a puzzle often requires strategic use of the stage's features to bounce balls onto the correct paths.

About Arctic

Arctic was first released in 1988 by Artdink Corporation for the MSX 2 system. Developed by Artdink Corporation, this game quickly became a fan favorite for its Action and Puzzle and Unknown elements.

Game Features

  • Authentic MSX 2 experience directly in your browser
  • Save and load your game progress at any time
  • Full screen gameplay option for immersive experience
  • Customizable keyboard controls
  • Action and Puzzle and Unknown gameplay that defined a generation
  • DeveloperArtdink Corporation
  • PublisherArtdink Corporation
  • Release Date1988-12-31
  • GenresActionPuzzleUnknown
  • PlatformsMSX 2
  • Players0

How to Play Arctic in Your Browser

1. Click Play

Simply click the "Play Now" button at the top of this page to start the game immediately.

2. Use Controls

Use your keyboard to control the game. Check the keyboard configuration section below for details.

3. Save Progress

Use the save feature to preserve your progress at any point in the game.

Pro Tip

For the best experience playing Arctic, use a desktop or laptop computer with a keyboard. Full-screen mode provides the most immersive gameplay.

Emulator Keyboard Configuration

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    This page is part of our effort to preserve classic video game history. Arctic © 1988 Artdink Corporation. This online emulation is provided for historical preservation and educational purposes only.