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Tetris Forever

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73%Game Brain Score
gameplay, emotional
story, music
73% User Score Based on 161 reviews

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Tetris Forever is a single player and multiplayer casual quiz game with a kids theme. It was developed by Digital Eclipse and was released on November 12, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Tetris Forever is a 2024 video game compilation and interactive documentary developed by Digital Eclipse. Released in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Tetris, the compilation is set to include over fifteen different versions of Tetris, including the new game Tetris Time Warp.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 161 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Tetris Forever offers a fantastic documentary experience that delves into the history of Tetris, featuring interviews with key figures like Alexey Pajitnov and Henk Rogers.
  • The gameplay is enjoyable, especially with the new Tetris Time Warp mode, which introduces a unique twist by allowing players to experience different eras of Tetris.
  • The collection includes a variety of lesser-known Tetris games, providing a nostalgic trip for long-time fans and a chance to explore the franchise's evolution.
  • The collection lacks many iconic Tetris titles, particularly the NES and Game Boy versions, which diminishes its appeal to casual players and fans of the classic games.
  • There is no online multiplayer feature, which limits the competitive aspect that many players expect from a modern Tetris game.
  • The price point is considered high for the amount of content provided, especially given the redundancy of some included games and the lack of significant new gameplay features.
  • story
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is presented as a dramatic and engaging interactive documentary that chronicles the fascinating history of Tetris, from its creation in Russia to its global impact. Players can explore this narrative alongside a collection of various Tetris games, enhancing their understanding of the franchise's legacy and the complexities of its licensing battles. However, some reviewers noted the omission of certain key titles and perspectives, suggesting a more comprehensive approach could have enriched the storytelling experience.

    • “The story of Tetris is amazing, and Digital Eclipse is second to none when it comes to the preservation of media. It's really awe-inspiring to see the care they've put into this collection.”
    • “Tetris Forever tells the entire story of Tetris and how it traveled from Russia to Europe, Japan, and America, all while letting you play each iteration of the game as well as games that inspired or were inspired by it.”
    • “This interactive documentary tells the story of the franchise and the people that worked to make it so special, with a great selection of games to play (and a nice new one).”
    • “While this is all good, it's important to frame the material with the context that this is the story that the Tetris Company wants to tell: there's barely any mention of Tetris games that did not involve Bullet Proof Software (a.k.a. BPS, Blue Planet Software, or the Tetris Company) in their development process, even though those games influenced/shaped how the game is played today (notably Sega Tetris, Tetris Plus, and Tetris: The Grand Master).”
    • “Sure the documentary is good, but if they made a 'game section with story mode' of those 'chapters' instead of just watch and read, it would've gotten more interaction at least.”
    • “I feel like two big omissions are the Tengen NES version and the arcade Sega one - both of which have incredibly important parts to the franchise's story.”
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and a variety of multiplayer options that enhance the Tetris experience. However, some players express disappointment with the lack of localization and the repetitive nature of certain game modes, particularly the new "time warp" mechanic, which they feel lacks depth and variety. Overall, while the gameplay is solid and enjoyable, there are calls for more innovative features and better historical representation in future updates.

    • “The gameplay feels flawless — smooth controls, crisp visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack that keeps the energy high through every round.”
    • “Its engaging gameplay keeps me hooked for hours, and each session feels like a new adventure that I can't get enough of.”
    • “Tetris Time Warp, the new game included in this, is enjoyable and a worthy addition to the Tetris lineup - fast-paced marathon play with good framerate and an enjoyable new mechanic that sends you back in time, adjusting on the fly as you play.”
    • “The first release had horrible performance and gameplay, and a fixed version was needed.”
    • “Meanwhile, the new Tetris Timewarp is incredibly lackluster with a mediocre gimmick, thanks to the lack of mechanical variety represented in this collection and the absence of an endless mode.”
    • “I forgive the older games for being clunky and lackluster, since they are part of history, but the new game should have been more gameplay-focused.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the reviewed games is generally described as solid but lacking, with notable omissions of iconic tracks like the Tetris theme "Korobeiniki," which is only present in one title. While some players appreciate the energetic soundtrack that enhances gameplay, others criticize the inferior music choices in certain versions, particularly in comparison to superior alternatives like Tetris Effect Connected. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the experience but falls short of expectations set by classic iterations.

    • “The gameplay feels flawless — smooth controls, crisp visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack that keeps the energy high through every round.”
    • “What you are left with is a very solid modern Tetris game with solid music, very solid gameplay and... well, that's basically it.”
    • “Korobeiniki went from a Russian folk song to the Tetris theme because of the Game Boy version.”
    • “There are far better versions of Tetris available, including Tetris Effect: Connected, which is already on Steam and has better gameplay and music than any of the games in this collection.”
    • “And speaking of licensing, not only do none of these games have the iconic Tetris song (Korobeiniki) as an in-game background song (except for Tetris Time Warp), but even the Game Boy version of Bombliss has a different (and vastly inferior) song for the fight mode.”
    • “Such as oddball games like Tetris CD-i, which is both highly notable thanks to its music, is featured as a text blurb but not included at all.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some users appreciate the smooth visuals and customizable aesthetics, others report significant graphical glitches and performance issues, particularly on certain platforms like Linux. This inconsistency detracts from the overall experience, making it unplayable for some users despite the appealing design in other versions.

    • “The gameplay feels flawless — smooth controls, crisp visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack that keeps the energy high through every round.”
    • “Each Tetris game has fully customizable controls and you can change many aesthetic settings for each game.”
    • “The menu graphics are plain and simple, reminiscent of Tetris.”
    • “At the current state of the game, even with Steam Play compatibility, Electronika 60 and Tetris Time Warp have horrible graphical glitches that render the game unplayable. All other versions work just fine, which is strange because it's only these two games they developed that cause issues under Linux; the others, which I believe are running on older code and emulated, run just fine.”
    • “Literally nothing but graphical glitches and horrible performance; my ASUS ROG Ally (2021) can't play the game at all.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has limited replayability, particularly in its later chapters, with only a few challenges available, which diminishes the incentive to revisit it. While some players find enjoyment in the experience, the lack of content suggests that the game should be priced to reflect its limited replay value.

    • “The Tetris Time Warp was fun for a bit, but I feel like they really could've added more challenges; there are only 3 challenges, which doesn't leave much room for replayability.”
    • “This goes for basically the 4th and 5th chapter of the game, as most of the other games mentioned are not playable.”
    • “The Tetris Time Warp was fun for a bit, but I feel like they really could've added more challenges; there are only 3 challenges which doesn't leave much room for replayability.”
    • “It has no replay value.”
    • “That's not to say that games that have no replay value are bad; it's just that the game needs to be priced accordingly.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized for being overly reliant on ads and promotional content, giving it a cash grab appearance that seeks to exploit the nostalgia of Tetris players rather than providing genuine value.

    • “This game feels like a cash grab designed to exploit the nostalgia of Tetris players.”
    • “It contains tons of videos, ads, and 3D game boxes to look at.”
    • “This is showcased mainly with short videos paired with scans of relevant imagery, scans of advertisements, and game boxes.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's initial release suffered from severe performance issues, but subsequent updates have improved optimization for some users, leading to positive reviews. However, recent updates have negatively impacted performance, particularly during specific gameplay scenarios, resulting in graphical glitches and poor performance on certain devices like the ASUS ROG Ally.

    • “After the recent updates and seeing that this game won't just be abandoned, I'm changing my review to positive. It usually works well on my ASUS ROG Ally, but the most recent update has hurt performance, mainly when clearing lines in Modern Tetris Marathon.”
    • “The first release had horrible performance and gameplay, and a fixed version was needed.”
    • “After the recent updates, I initially thought this game would be abandoned, but I'm changing my review to positive. However, the most recent update has hurt performance, mainly when clearing lines in Modern Tetris Marathon.”
    • “Literally nothing but graphical glitches and horrible performance; my Asus ROG Ally (2021) can't play the game at all.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is criticized due to significant visual glitches that make it unplayable, particularly in the Electronika 60 and Tetris Time Warp versions on Linux, while other versions function properly. Additionally, the absence of online multiplayer and challenging modes further detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Its lack of online multiplayer and challenging modes, on top of several visual glitches flashing on the screen throughout the game, are also disappointing by today's standards.”
    • “At the current state of the game, even with Steam Play compatibility, Electronika 60 and Tetris Time Warp get horrible graphical glitches that render the game unplayable. All other versions work just fine, which is strange because it's only the two games they developed that cause any issues under Linux; the others that I know of, running on older code and emulated, run just fine.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply impactful and heartbreaking, resonating strongly with players and evoking strong feelings.

    • “Heartbreaking.”
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Tetris Forever is a casual quiz game with kids theme.

Tetris Forever is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Tetris Forever was released on November 12, 2024.

Tetris Forever was developed by Digital Eclipse.

Tetris Forever has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Tetris Forever is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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