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Swing (Germany)

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What is Swing?

Swing is a 1997 puzzle game originally released for the PlayStation and PC by German developer Software 2000, later ported to the Game Boy Color in a downgraded form. It was sold in the United States under the name Marble Master. This version retains the marble-based puzzle concept but with simpler graphics and smaller levels to fit the handheld hardware. The player controls a marble through a series of static puzzle screens. Each level presents obstacles like walls, holes, switches, and moving platforms. The goal is to guide the marble to a designated exit or target area. Some stages require careful timing and planning, as colliding with hazards or falling off the edge resets progress. While Swing isn't a landmark Game Boy Color title, it offers a neat example of how puzzle games transitioned from home consoles to portable systems. The marble physics and level design can be challenging for fans of the genre. It's worth a look if you enjoy obscure European puzzlers or want to see how Marble Master evolved on different hardware.

GAME INFO

Platform: Game Boy Color
Genre: Puzzle
Developer: Software 2000
Released: 1997
Players: 1
Region: Europe

How to play Swing online

Getting Started

When you start Swing on the Game Boy Color, you're presented with a title screen. Use the D-Pad to select "Start Game" and press X (A button) to confirm. The game is entirely in English, so navigating menus is straightforward.

Once in a level, your marble is controlled with the D-Pad. Pressing X or S performs no special action - movement is the primary control. The objective is to reach the exit, often marked by a glowing portal or a flag. Obstacles such as pits, bumpers, and switches must be avoided or used strategically.

There is no timer, so take time to study each layout before moving. If you fall off the edge or hit a hazardous object, the level restarts from the beginning. The game saves progress automatically after you complete a set number of stages, but there is no password system. Focus on learning the physics: the marble slides slightly after releasing the D-Pad, so anticipate momentum.

CONTROLS

Controls

Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
X: A button (jump / confirm)
S: B button (run / attack / cancel)
Enter: Start / Pause
V: Select

Swing FAQ

Which regions was Swing released in?

Swing was released in Europe, specifically Germany, under the title Swing. In the United States the game was renamed Marble Master and released on PlayStation and PC. The Game Boy Color version appears to have stayed in Europe.

What makes Swing stand out among Game Boy Color titles of its era?

It is one of the few marble-based puzzle games on the Game Boy Color, originally from a more powerful home console. The port's simple visuals and precise physics set it apart from typical platformers or action games on the system.

Roughly how long does it take to finish Swing?

Playtime varies but most players finish the game in under two hours. There are around 30 levels, and each can be solved in a few minutes once the pattern is understood.

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