Tetraminos

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Tetraminos is a single player and multiplayer casual quiz game. It was developed by Sanuk Games and was released on March 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Tetraminos" is an arcade game that combines classic gameplay with modern features. Players can choose to play in single-player mode to practice and improve their skills or challenge friends in local versus mode with up to 4 players. The game offers a revamped version of the timeless arcade experience, perfect for fans of the original and newcomers alike.

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Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

story1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique twist on traditional Tetris with new block types, which some players may find interesting.
It's a budget-friendly option for Tetris fans, especially when on sale, providing decent entertainment value.
The visuals are colorful and appealing, and the game includes various modes like single-player, multiplayer, and puzzles.

The controls are unresponsive and frustrating, with slow movement and only one rotation direction for blocks.
The game lacks essential features found in traditional Tetris, such as holding pieces and T-Spins, making it feel incomplete.
The audio design is poor, with loud and annoying sound effects that detract from the overall experience.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and fitting, with a seamless loop that enhances the experience, though it lacks variety and depth, often leaving players wanting more options for volume control and music selection. While some appreciate the nostalgic arcade feel and find it enjoyable, others feel it pales in comparison to the original Tetris soundtrack and is ultimately forgettable. Overall, the music serves its purpose but could benefit from greater diversity and customization.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The game is basically what it looks like, a simple little Tetris game, with some good background music.”
- “Very solid Tetris clone; has some pretty cool colorful graphics and music while sticking to that arcade feel; definitely worth the price as a cheaper alternative if you don't like or can't afford any of the actual Tetris games.”
- “Music is lacking; there's only really one track you'll hear, but it's pleasant and loops seamlessly as well.”
- “The game blasts at full volume, and in settings, you can only turn on/off sounds and music; there's no option to just lower the volume.”
- “The same goes for the music - generic electronic techno that fits the game perfectly, but will leave your memory the moment you turn off the game.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of this Tetris clone are described as colorful and visually appealing, featuring high contrast and neon aesthetics that evoke a classic arcade feel. While some players appreciate the vibrant visuals and engaging music, others express a preference for the official Tetris games, suggesting that the game's aesthetic may cater to a niche audience. Overall, the graphics are considered solid and a highlight of the game, especially for those seeking a budget-friendly alternative.
- “Visuals are honestly rather pretty, and the voice-over lady sounds bored out of her mind in a rather amusing way.”
- “Very solid Tetris clone; has some pretty cool colorful graphics and music while sticking to that arcade feel; definitely worth the price as a cheaper alternative if you don't like or can't afford any of the actual Tetris games.”
- “✅ High contrast, neon graphics.”
- “The presentation is similar to the developer's breakout game, both the graphics and the music, but also the technical aspects.”
- “Visuals are honestly rather pretty, and the voice over lady sounds bored out of her mind in a rather amusing way.”
- “To me, there are two possible demographics this serves today; (1) people looking for a cheap 'why not' game or those who don't want official Tetris games because they don't go as cheap as this one, and (2) those who enjoy playing crusty, janky copycats and adjacent games.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique control scheme that includes limited movement options and a hard drop button, which can lead to choppy movement and difficulties at higher speeds. While the introduction of new shaped pieces adds variety, the quick locking of pieces and an annoying scoring sound detract from the overall experience. The puzzle mode offers an alternative gameplay style, but the core mechanics feel less responsive compared to traditional Tetris, impacting the enjoyment of advanced maneuvers.
- “The puzzle option gives another level of gameplay from the traditional version of Tetris, and opens the game to more variations of gameplay.”
- “As for the gameplay, it's rather unique in that you have the D-pad left and right for movement, a button to hard drop, and the X button to rotate clockwise; no anticlockwise rotation.”
- “As for the gameplay, it's rather unique in that you have the D-pad left and right for movement, a button to hard drop (yes, really), and the X button to rotate clockwise; there is no anticlockwise rotation.”
- “The movement is pretty choppy and makes playing at higher speeds actively difficult. The scoring noise is obnoxious and will quickly get on your nerves. The new shaped pieces are honestly rather welcome, save for the dreaded + piece (which is thankfully rather rare and seems to come up as a curveball more than anything), and the pieces themselves lock in rather quickly, again hindering that high-speed gameplay.”
- “The most important mechanic is then how the game 'feels' to play - like responsiveness and how pieces connect for advanced maneuvers.”
story
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”