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Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Negative: 1 out of 12
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  1. 80
    While it doesn't offer the zany game types or interesting visuals of Tetris DS, this is a better offering than Tetris Axis by far.
  2. Nov 24, 2014
    80
    Putting it simply, at the end of the day it’s Tetris — but that's just fine.
  3. Feb 1, 2015
    70
    For the 30th anniversary of the historical puzzle game, Ubisoft has chosen to produce a "hardcore" version of Tetris: at its core it is always the same, fantastic game, but some of the new modes and the highly competitive online play make for a version which is dedicated the most hardcore fans and "professional" players.
  4. Dec 11, 2014
    70
    The classic formula is here but this recent offer in the neverending saga is not enough to bring something new to the table.
  5. Nov 28, 2014
    70
    The excellent multiplayer integration and classic gameplay that just never gets old will be enjoyed by those looking for another Tetris fix.
  6. Nov 27, 2014
    65
    Tetris Ultimate is a respectful entry for the classic franchise. Plenty of puzzle fun and options.
  7. Nov 27, 2014
    65
    With not-so-exciting new game modes and lack of online gamers, Tetris Ultimate isn't the best Tetris experience ever. But its rich offline multiplayer support keeps it afloat.
  8. Jan 5, 2015
    60
    It's very hard to recommend Tetris Ultimate when you can find better solutions on the eShop for a fraction of the price asked by Ubisoft last work. It's not a particularly brilliant rehash, either.
  9. Dec 5, 2014
    60
    The most experienced players will be delighted with this and its customization options and online modes are very welcome elements. Nevertheless, not all the new elements are to be praised and there’s an overall lack of innovation in a title that sticks to its job as an anniversary game and not much more.
  10. 60
    If you are a long standing fan of Tetris and would like it on your 3DS then you probably already have one of the other Tetris games. But this one will likely have a more vibrant online community, so it might just be worth the re-purchase, even if the single player game doesn't offer anything new.
  11. Nov 24, 2014
    45
    Most likely developed during Ubisoft Montreal's coffe breaks, Tetris Ultimate is quite a bad game. With 4 pitiful game modes and a limited appeal, the games is a cheap ripoff of Tetris DS that came out in 2006. If you want to buy a Tetris game on a portable Nintendo system go for Tetris DS or Tetris 3DS.
User Score
4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 20
  2. Negative: 10 out of 20
  1. Jan 13, 2015
    0
    Remember how in the original Tetris you could pick which music track the game was going to play? Remember how in Super Tetris 3 there were aRemember how in the original Tetris you could pick which music track the game was going to play? Remember how in Super Tetris 3 there were a few unique game types such as Magicallis and Bombliss? Both of those modes were interesting takes on a Gameboy classic. Remember how Super Tetris 3 had it's own sound test mode where you could listen to dozens of unique catchy songs? Remember how Tetrisphere had a 3d new twist on an old classic? Remember how Tetris DS had tons of Nintendo flavoring ala music and backgrounds? Tetris Ultimate has none of that. And it's visuals and sound are lifeless. I don't know you can screw up Tetris, but Ubisoft somehow managed to find a way. Full Review »
  2. Dec 10, 2014
    1
    Don´t think "Tetris" could be boring? Well, just play "Tetris Ultimate" because they ultimatly sucked out all the visual and musical fun out,Don´t think "Tetris" could be boring? Well, just play "Tetris Ultimate" because they ultimatly sucked out all the visual and musical fun out, compared to the "Tetris DS" Version (which was awesome...Nintendo Characters, Backgrounds, Music etc.). It is dull, uninspired, new modes aren´t fun...It feels like a Cashgrab, not like a carefully crafted game...so stay away...feels more like "Microsoft-Excel Tetris".. Full Review »
  3. Dec 13, 2022
    1
    Just bare bones Tetris with no extra modes. Also they somehow f**ked up the normal Tetris gameplay. Input lag, bad graphics, ...
    Just buy Tetris Axis