Tetris Effect
- August 18, 2021
- Monstars Inc.
Get on Epic Games StoreTetris Effect is a single-player and multiplayer game that offers a musical and immersive experience, with visually stunning 3D worlds that react to your gameplay. The game is based on the "Tetris Effect" phenomenon, where players see falling Tetrimino blocks in their vision, thoughts, and dreams long after playing. Every aspect of the game, from music to sound effects, syncs perfectly with your gameplay, providing a mesmerizing and engaging experience.
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Virtual Reality
Windows
Cloud
Oculus Quest
Oculus Rift
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- Tetris Effect: Connected features stunning graphics and an amazing soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
- The game is highly addictive and offers a fresh take on the classic Tetris formula, making it enjoyable for both new players and long-time fans.
- The integration of music with gameplay, where the pace and visuals change with each stage, creates a unique and immersive experience.
- Some players experience difficulty spikes that can disrupt the flow of the game, making it challenging to keep up.
- The background visuals can be overly busy, potentially triggering discomfort for some players, such as migraines.
- There are reports of issues with the physical product, including receiving used or opened copies instead of new ones.
- music17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its seamless integration with the gameplay, featuring a diverse soundtrack that includes electronica and jazz, which enhances the atmosphere of each stage. Players appreciate how the music not only complements the visuals but also influences the pacing of the game, with tracks progressing as players clear lines. Overall, the soundtrack is considered brilliant, with many players expressing a desire to purchase it separately due to its quality.
“The music also works very well here because it blends in with the levels so nicely with mixtures of electronica, jazz, and moments in history.”
“The visuals and soundtrack, mixed with the classic Tetris gameplay, made for one of my favorite gameplay experiences in a very long time.”
“What makes it different is how the music and stages affect the pacing of the game.”
“Music and sound effects suuuuuck.”
“The music is synced-up to your gameplay as well; with songs progressing only after you clear a certain amount of lines.”
“What makes it different is how the music and stages affect the pacing of the game.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their quality and creativity, enhancing the overall gameplay experience alongside an impressive soundtrack. Players appreciate the unique styles and designs that contribute to the enjoyment of the game, particularly in campaign modes like journey mode.
“The graphics are absolutely great, and the music really pops with each stage you go through in the many campaigns like the journey mode.”
“The visuals and soundtrack, mixed with the classic Tetris gameplay, made for one of my favorite gameplay experiences in a very long time.”
“Cool graphics and sound effects, and unique styles and design!”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its blend of classic Tetris mechanics with engaging visuals and a synchronized soundtrack, creating a memorable experience. While it offers a single block hold feature and a challenge mode with various time-based goals, some players note that additional gameplay elements are limited. Overall, the combination of music and gameplay progression enhances the overall enjoyment.
“The visuals and soundtrack, mixed with the classic Tetris gameplay, made for one of my favorite gameplay experiences in a very long time.”
“The music is synced up to your gameplay as well, with songs progressing only after you clear a certain amount of lines.”
“It does have a challenge mode, where you can choose from different time challenges and gameplay goals to get the best score.”
“You have the ability to hold a single block to use at a later time, but that is the extent of any extra gameplay elements.”
“The music is synced up to your gameplay as well; with songs progressing only after you clear a certain amount of lines.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Tetris Effect: Connected is described as highly addictive and immersive, transforming the classic Tetris experience into a captivating journey with dynamic sound effects and music that evolve with each stage. Players find the atmosphere to be both challenging and hypnotic, enhancing the overall entertainment value of the game.
“Since it debuted in America with the Nintendo Game Boy in 1989, the worldwide success of the puzzle game has had a dynamite and challenging atmosphere that is highly addictive and wonderfully entertaining.”
“Tetris Effect: Connected for the Nintendo Switch is a wildly addictive puzzle game that takes the classic atmosphere of the original Tetris game and transforms it into a mesmerizing experience.”
“The game is classic Tetris, but as the stages change, the sound effects and the music evolve with each atmosphere you enter.”
“Tetris Effect: Connected for the Nintendo Switch is a wildly addictive puzzle game that transforms the classic atmosphere of the original Tetris into a psychedelic experience.”
“The game is classic Tetris, but as the stages change, the sound effects and music adapt to each atmosphere you enter.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of Tetris Effect: Connected is not a primary focus, as players primarily engage with the immersive gameplay and visual experience, particularly in VR. However, the emotional impact and thematic depth of the game enhance the overall experience, leaving players feeling captivated and moved.
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate how the game's sound effects, synchronized with actions like rotating and dropping, enhance the emotional experience by creating a harmonious connection to the music, deepening immersion and engagement.
