Time to Tetris: The 50th Maximus Cup Celebration
This weekend, Tetris 99 hits a jubilant milestone: the big 5-0 of Maximus Cup events! Yes, that’s right; grab a confetti cannon because it’s time to party, albeit virtually, in the world of falling blocks and frantic competition.
The Not-So-Secret Life of the Maximus Cup
So, what exactly is the Maximus Cup, you ask? It’s a limited-time bash where players can earn points by battling it out in the Online Battle mode while trying to not yell at the screen when that one piece doesn’t show up. Points galore accumulate based on how fabulous— or not— the player performs. Reach a dizzying total of 100 points, and voilà! A nifty reward pops out, not unlike a magician’s rabbit (without the ears, unfortunately).
Get Ready for Some Competitive Block Dropping
Now, for those feeling particularly brave, hitting first place in an Online Battle rewards players with a whopping 100 points right off the bat! That means a master of Tetris could snag the coveted reward with one swift match— talk about talent. But don’t fret if the title of Tetris Champion isn’t quite in the cards; even the most skilled of players can earn points just by participating. Yes, even those who finish at the bottom of the leaderboard can still snag a solitary point. It’s like getting a participation trophy, but digital.
Kirby Gets in on the Action
To kick the festivities up a notch, this milestone Maximus Cup will be strutting a fabulous Kirby Air Riders theme! Expect outings filled with delightful music, fabulous artwork, and Tetrominoes jazzed up with logos of all sorts of cute vehicles from Kirby’s adventures. It’s a party that even the legendary pink puffball would approve of!
- US (PT) – December 4 at 11pm until December 8 at 11pm
- US (ET) – December 5 at 2am until December 9 at 2am
- UK (GMT) – December 5 at 7am until December 9 at 7am
Unlocking More Than Just Points
Upon racking up those treasured 100 points during the Maximus Cup, players will get a permanent unlock for that shiny Kirby Air Riders theme. Yes, it’ll be available for all modes after the event ends— as if Tetris wasn’t colorful enough already!
A Brief History of Maximus Awesomeness
Surprisingly, this is only the sixth Maximus Cup to strut its stuff this year— while simultaneously being the fourth to flaunt a brand new theme. Previous themes have given a nod to classics like Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. Just think of this as that giant quilt of nostalgia that keeps getting bigger and more complex!
Revisiting the Tetris Legacy
As the years chug along, Tetris 99 continues to hold an online audience captive— perhaps with the power of those irresistible block formations. Originally released as a ‘free’ download for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers back in February 2019, the game has aged like a fine wine… or maybe more like a classic cheese that just gets better.
The Future of Arcade Royale Games
In the realm of retro-themed Battle Royale games, there’s plenty of competition. While F-Zero 99 keeps cruising along two years post-launch, other titles like Pac-Man 99 and the limited-time Super Mario Bros 35 have closed their curtains. Yet, Tetris remains a delightful fixture, reminding everyone that classic gameplay never truly dies— it just takes a short nap now and then.
