Gyromite [5 Screw] | (LS) (NES)

Gyromite is a puzzle-platform game built around raising and lowering colored barriers to guide Professor Hector through each stage. Players move the character left and right, grab bombs, and drop them to clear obstacles while avoiding enemies. Timing the barrier controls correctly is the key to solving each room.

The game was originally designed to work with the R.O.B. accessory, which could spin physical gyros to trigger the barrier commands. Players could also control the gates directly with a second controller, making it possible to manage both movement and puzzle elements at the same time. Careful planning and quick reactions help keep the professor safe.

This title stands out as one of the early experiments with the NES hardware and accessories. Fans of simple puzzle-action games can enjoy figuring out the safest path through each level. Gyromite remains a unique part of the system’s early history.