The original Columns was based on matching rows of different colored jewels,
which dropped from the top of the screen in columns of three. The columns didn't
turn around, rather, hitting a button changed the position of the jewels so you
could line them up at the bottom of the screen. I would assume Columns II would
keep the same concept, if it does, then there's no way to turn the shapes around
in the way I think you mean. I haven't played the game myself, so I don't know
for sure.
By the way, where did you happen to get it, anyway?
--duprey@panix.com
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