Turn It

Turn It is a puzzle game developed by Tale Software and published by Kingsoft in 1990 for MS-DOS. Inspired by traditional Mahjong solitaire, the game introduces a distinctive twist on the classic tile-matching formula. Instead of stacked tiles, players face a flat board filled with colorful symbols, with the objective of clearing the entire playing field by matching identical pairs.

The gameplay requires careful planning and quick thinking, as matching tiles can only be removed when a clear path connects them. Each move affects the remaining possibilities, making it essential to choose pairs strategically to avoid reaching a dead end. Turn It features 50 levels, three difficulty settings, and a time limit that adds extra pressure. Players can enjoy the challenge alone or compete against a friend in the two-player mode, aiming to achieve the highest score.

With its straightforward controls, colorful graphics, and increasingly challenging puzzles, Turn It offers an entertaining combination of logic, strategy, and fast decision-making. Although its presentation is relatively simple compared to more elaborate puzzle games of the era, its addictive gameplay provides plenty of replay value. For fans of classic Mahjong-inspired games and retro puzzle challenges, Turn It remains an interesting and enjoyable piece of early 1990s PC gaming history.