Puyo Puyo Tetris

Puyo Puyo Tetris is a beautiful, wonderful, joyful game with loads of content that any Switch owner should pick up immediately. One of the very best puzzle games ever made.

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"Puyo Puyo Tetris" is a vibrant puzzle game that combines the classic Tetris franchise with the beloved Puyo Puyo series. The game features various styles of play, including single-player Adventure and Challenge modes, and up-to-four-player Arcade modes. Players can unlock new characters, backgrounds, and skins while competing against others online in Puzzle League or Free Play modes.

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Reviews

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,077 reviews

story82 positive mentions

stability21 negative mentions

Combines two beloved puzzle games, Puyo Puyo and Tetris, into one engaging experience.
The game features a variety of modes, including a fun story mode and competitive online play.
Colorful graphics and charming characters enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.

The online matchmaking system is often unbalanced, pairing new players with highly skilled opponents.
There are reports of input lag and performance issues, particularly in online play.
Some players find the story mode and character voices to be annoying or childish.

story
269 mentions
30 % positive mentions
66 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The story in "Puyo Puyo Tetris" is generally light-hearted and comedic, featuring a mix of beloved characters from the Puyo Puyo franchise alongside new ones from Tetris. While the narrative is not groundbreaking and often considered cheesy, it is well-received for its humor, engaging voice acting, and the way it introduces players to the game's mechanics through a structured story mode. Many players appreciate the charming character dynamics and the fun challenges presented, although some find the story mode's difficulty spikes frustrating.
- “They went far harder on the story than was truly required of them for a Puyo-Tetris hybrid, but it comes out pretty nice!”
- “The characters are really funny, the story is so cheesy that it loops around to being really funny, and overall this is now one of my favorite games to play.”
- “The story mode weaves a story with the Puyo Puyo and an original Tetris set of characters interacting with each other.”
- “The actual story is pretty awful, and even downright hard to sit through at times, with characters that all suck... which makes this one of the best puzzle game stories ever, by default of course.”
- “The story is trite to begin with anyway.”
- “The story mode is a thrown together voice acted anime trope, but the gameplay is addicting and fast paced.”
gameplay
152 mentions
34 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Puyo Puyo Tetris" is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, offering a solid blend of both Tetris and Puyo Puyo gameplay styles. While many players appreciate the depth and variety of modes available, some express frustration with the steep learning curve and matchmaking issues, particularly for newcomers. Overall, the game is considered addictive and enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings, despite some criticisms regarding the implementation of certain mechanics and the quality of the story mode.
- “The gameplay is fun and the story is endearing!”
- “The gameplay feels smooth, responsive, and great to play.”
- “For lifelong fans of either series, you know what you're getting yourself into when playing Puyo Puyo Tetris, but Sega and Sonic Team have created a wonderful package flush with content, endless replayability, and a quality of gameplay that's easy to pick up, but ultimately satisfying to master.”
- “However, this mechanic is not something that is ever explained in the game, and so in practice, it looks like a frustrating hour-long loop of desperately trying to beat the same level, over and over again, and often dying in under 60 seconds.”
- “The matchmaking is non-existent and the gameplay feels sluggish compared to free alternatives.”
- “It's complicated enough that it's not really fun to play anymore, especially when the AI understands all the mechanics behind scoring while the tutorial basically just says 'play Tetris and Puyo Puyo at the same time and have fun!'.”
music
97 mentions
23 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy and vibrant soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and keeps players engaged. However, several reviews note issues with music looping, where tracks abruptly restart, disrupting the flow. Despite these technical flaws, the soundtrack is often described as fantastic, with nostalgic elements and a fun vibe that complements the gameplay.
- “The story is fun, the gameplay is really fun, the art style is awesome, and the soundtrack is just absolutely fantastic!”
- “Adventure mode is fun, the soundtrack is a vibe, and I love the selection of characters.”
- “Puyo Puyo Tetris is a well-made puzzle game with awesome music and gameplay.”
- “Ok game just won't let me turn off this horrible maniacal music.”
- “The music doesn't loop properly and sometimes the character voices don't play.”
- “It's jarring to hear the music improperly jump to the beginning of the song and just break the flow of it.”
graphics
52 mentions
46 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and cute art style, which appeals to both younger audiences and nostalgic players. Reviewers highlight the solid character design, smooth animations, and overall aesthetic quality, rating the visuals highly despite some criticism regarding the simplistic "kiddy" look. Additionally, the game runs well on various hardware, making it accessible while maintaining a visually appealing experience.
- “The graphics, characters, and their voice acting are 10/10.”
- “The artwork is incredibly cute too.”
- “Overall, nice characters and graphics + Japanese seiyuu.”
- “Also could have done without this BS kawaii art style!”
- “Give me some chill graphics and not this seizure anime drama weirdness.”
- “The art style was not really much of a major change from the previous installment.”
humor
46 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players highlighting the funny dialogue, quirky characters, and whimsical storytelling that often elicits genuine laughter. The adventure mode, in particular, is noted for its hilarious writing and voice acting, making it a standout feature. While some critiques mention mundane elements, the overall consensus is that the game's humor adds significant charm and enjoyment to the experience.
- “The characters are really funny, the story is so cheesy that it loops around to being really funny, and overall this is now one of my favorite games to play.”
- “Adventure mode has superb voice acting and hilarious writing to keep you addicted.”
- “Really funny writing and some great fourth wall humor.”
- “The campaign is extremely cringey, which can be kind of funny at times.”
- “Multiplayer is only for hardcore players; it's not funny when you're ranked 90,000 on the leaderboard and get pitted against someone who's 500th. Losing to those players makes you feel bad because you're getting outclassed to oblivion. It's like pitting Manchester United against a local village club; that's exactly how multiplayer feels.”
stability
24 mentions
13 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
88 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent freezes, connection errors, and various bugs, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users note that the game runs well overall and has improved since launch, others advise caution due to persistent issues that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, it appears that while the game is playable, it is still plagued by significant stability problems that may detract from the experience.
- “The game runs great anyway; they really implemented the PC port very well.”
- “It's pretty, runs great (I've had no issues short of 2 quick stutters), has great style, and has tons to do.”
- “Netplay also sucks, freezes at random. I've lost count of the times it froze at the end when I was winning 2-0.”
- “There were multiple occasions when I was playing against someone and the game just freezes with a connection error.”
- “This is a buggy port that likes to crash.”
optimization
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
36 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering and sluggishness, particularly on PC. While some updates have improved the frame rate and overall experience, the initial launch was criticized for its poor performance and control responsiveness. Overall, while the game has potential, its optimization remains a concern for many users.
- “The controls are optimized for whatever, really, you can probably make this work with DK Bongo controllers and be good at it if you really want to; it's bloody Tetris and/or Puyo Puyo.”
- “A bit of a choppy launch, but thankfully the game is getting updated and optimized.”
- “The well optimization gives a smooth 60fps, which is needed for a game like this, and the animations look great.”
- “I want to like it but the bad performance just isn't acceptable.”
- “Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike the game, I actually love it but the PC port is just awful, constant performance issues, terrible online, low player base due to how late the game came to the PC.”
- “The game may experience sluggish performance, which is not ideal for a fast-paced puzzle game.”
replayability
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is highly praised, particularly for its online ranked mode and engaging mechanics, offering near infinite replay value for fans of puzzle games like Puyo Puyo and Tetris. However, some users note that a lack of creativity in strategies can limit replayability for certain players. Despite this, many find the game worth the price due to its smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay.
- “Great replay value for the money!”
- “Near infinite replay value if you like Puyo Puyo or Tetris, definitely worth the price.”
- “If you want replayability, this game has it in spades with its online ranked mode.”
- “However, a game without creativity (where everyone must use the same strategies to beat the AI) just doesn't have very long replayability.”
- “Replayability: here is where things get dicey.”
- “I spent so much time on the Switch demo that it practically is the replayability itself.”
character development
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Character development in Puyo Puyo is characterized by charming and lovable character designs that enhance the lighthearted story mode, though the narrative itself is considered shallow and simplistic. While the game lacks in-depth character arcs, its engaging art style and music keep players invested in the whimsical scenarios. Overall, the appeal lies more in the aesthetic and fun gameplay rather than complex character growth.
- “Even without touching online matches, the story mode kept me coming back for the charming character design, music, and silly scenarios you go through in the world of Puyo Puyo.”
- “Definitely recommend to anyone who likes puzzle games and fun, lighthearted stories with cute character design.”
- “Absolutely lovable character designs and art complements the style of the game.”
- “Puyo also has a story mode for itself, but it's small and bland, so it's not an in-depth story where they go on a mission to defeat the giant dragon. I wish they would have made a big town with in-depth character development.”
- “Even without touching online matches, the story mode kept me coming back for the charming character design, music, and silly scenarios you go through in the world of Puyo Puyo, but the character development feels lacking.”
- “The story is great, and I love the voice acting as well as the character design, which is the same as in Puyo Pop Fever. However, while I dig the cutesy look, I can see why others might find the character development insufficient.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly in achieving unlocks and completing various modes. While some enjoy the repetitive nature of sorting and skilling, many feel that the requirement to play through multiple variants of the game adds to the overall grindiness, making it less enjoyable.
- “The achievements are grindy.”
- “You'll be forced to play every variant of Puyo or Tetris (or both, or combined), and to be honest, I found that to be incredibly tedious.”
- “Grinding the currency to unlock everything in the shop may take a while.”
monetization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game features a monetization model that avoids microtransactions, offering unlockables such as characters and stages without additional costs. Players appreciate the absence of ads and pop-ups, making it a favorable choice for cooperative play and solo practice.
- “The game has unlockables that are not sold as microtransactions!”
- “Characters, stages, credits, etc. There's also no microtransactions, at least as far as I am aware.”
- “Other (microtransactions, DLC, etc) 5/5”
- “If they didn't want reviews to say that, then they shouldn't be advertising puzzle league on the store page.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game deeply engaging, with many highlighting the charming character design, music, and whimsical scenarios that evoke strong feelings. The story mode has been particularly impactful, leading some to experience significant emotional responses, including tears, and a sense of insignificance in relation to others.
- “I cried 3 times.”
- “Never has a game made me feel insignificant in every way to others than this one.”
- “Even without touching online matches, the story mode kept me coming back for the charming character design, music, and silly scenarios you go through in the world of Puyo Puyo.”