Tetris Forever

"Tetris Forever is less a coin flip and more a litmus test: are you a Tetris fan? If yes, you’ll likely find plenty to appreciate; if not, this collection is unlikely to change your mind or stimulate it. The extra …"

"Odd assortment of games aside, Tetris Forever is a wonderful document for an iconic series that fans will definitely appreciate. 🧩"

"Tetris Forever is a great way to play through the history of the franchise with some awesome titles that were never released outside of Japan."

"Tetris Forever succeeds in its mission of delivering a compilation worthy of the legacy of one of the most influential franchises in the gaming industry. Even the small flaws, such as the lack of support for Brazilian Portuguese or certain …"

"Tetris Forever lovingly presents some examples of how Tetris has evolved and kept up with the early days of video games without losing relevance, even 40 years later. If you, like me, are a fan of historical records of classic …"

"The documentary footage is very interesting and if you think of the game as being kind of an interactive documentary/museum display that might be the best way to look at it. If you are looking at the collection as a …"

"Tetris Forever is an exceptional celebration of one of the most important series in video game history. Although factors outside of the developer&s;s control means some of the most iconic versions of the game aren&s;t available here, everything else – …"

"A true puzzle classic is explored in this gorgeous documentary compilation."

"Tetris Forever is a package of two halves of varying quality. Even though it hasn&s;t been discussed much in this review, the documentary portion maintains the level of quality seen in the previous Gold Master Series titles from Digital Eclipse. …"

"At the very least, this is a great value regardless of where you choose to play it, and the best proof of how Tetris is a timeless concept that’ll continue to be engaging for years and years to come."

"Tetris Forever is an interesting piece of history as it lets players deep dive in more obscure, older Tetris games; but as you’d expect, a lot of them haven’t aged well. The new entry, Tetris Time Warp, is a fun …"

"Tetris Forever isn’t just for historians and archivists who want to know more about the franchise. It’s a treasure trove of joy that rolls back the years and shows that with a simple formula, games can last forever. If you …"

"Don’t let these criticisms or that number at the top of this page dissuade you. They come from a place of experience with and deep love for Digital Eclipse’s work; this particular installment might not be our favorite, but it’s …"

"Tetris Forever does everything it can to educate fans about the series while also providing a vast library of titles to try. While amazing to play and explore, there are some obvious missing pieces that didn&s;t drop into this puzzler …"

"Tetris Forever is the most joyful and wondrous experience I’ve had with a video game all year and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone and everyone. Its only crime is that it does such an intensely good job of …"

"Tetris Forever is a fitting monument to a legendary franchise. With over 90 minutes of interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, this virtual museum beautifully captures the unique journey of Tetris—from Alexey Pajitnov’s workstation in the USSR to the hearts of millions …"

"While notable absentees and a glaring lack of 21st century representation are hard to miss, Digital Eclipse&s;s third entry in the Gold Master Series with Tetris Forever still stands as a welcome, at times eye-opening, look-back on the legacy of …"

"Tetris Forever is undoubtedly a tribute to this living legend of videogames and a walk through time during its 40 years of history, its conception by a brilliant mind and a collaboration that expanded a fantastic idea all over the …"

"Tetris Forever is a pretty slick package. You learn a lot that you didn&s;t know, and it&s;s cool to know that Tetris will definitely be around if all other games were to go by the wayside. With so many ways …"

"Tetris Forever used a time travel theme to send you back into the past 40 years of the franchise; however, if you grew up playing Tetris in the West, you won&s;t find the titles you&s;re familiar with. Japanese versions of …"

"Digital Eclipse continues to do the Lord’s work with these Gold Master collections. Being able to learn the stories behind them from the people that made them is the best form of preservation. I want them to do all the …"

"Second is Tetris Time Warp, a new title that sends players through each era of the franchise via special warp blocks. This 2024 version should be played after absorbing all this collection has to offer; only then can you fully …"

"If you’ve read the biographical comic book from Box Brown, watched YouTube documentaries or the recent movie and think you’ve seen the best parts of the Tetris story, turns out there was plenty of compelling ground left to cover. Tetris …"

"If you’re looking, specifically, for a game of Tetris to play then Tetris Forever is probably not the game for you. As certain negative reviews from the gamers have also noted there’s no online multiplayer or leaderboards, which for score …"

"Discover the story behind the creation of one of the most iconic games of all time in a unique interactive documentary with video and text, accompanied by 14 playable versions of Tetris. Sadly, the Game Boy version, arguably the most …"

"Tetris Forever might not be the final word on the complete history of Tetris, but it&s;s certainly the best breakdown of the franchise&s;s creation and evolution so far. Digital Eclipse has truly mastered the art of the interactive documentary, and …"

"Tetris Forever is best approached as a tribute to the cultural legacy of Tetris. It&s;s not the definitive way to play the game, but it&s;s an essential experience for anyone interested in gaming history. Just don&s;t go in expecting the …"

"Tetris Forever brings all the magic of Tetris into one collection."

"A captivating trawl through four decades of Tetris, with a stack of archive footage and other interesting tidbits, Tetris Forever is also a superlative collection of games and curios that will satisfy all but the most demanding of Tetris fans. …"

"Digital Eclipse has crafted a love letter to Tetris, a comprehensive collection that caters to both die-hard fans and curious newcomers across 40 years. The sheer volume of content, thoughtful presentation, and innovative additions like Remix mode make it an …"

"Tetris Forever is a superbly put together package, and an eye opening documentary with some genuinely footage on show."

"If you’re a fan of Tetris consider giving this title a look, I’m certain you’ll learn something and have some fun while you’re at it."

"Tetris Forever respects and celebrates the storied 40-year history of the puzzle game that people still cannot get enough of."

"On the one hand, you could reasonably argue this compilation feels closer to a starter pack. Many favorite, more defined versions of Tetris are absent. Some odd choices aside, there&s;s a good amount of content for fans to enjoy, even …"

"The story of how Tetris was made is, like the "story of Tetris", simple and with potentially infinite ramifications."

"Not just for those who engage with games on a daily basis, but especially for people who are unaware of why games are cultural heritage and deserve to be preserved and celebrated as more than just toys. The new inclusion …"