Highly Recommended
Tetris meets rhythmic masterpiece with stunning audiovisual synergy.
Tetris Effect: Connected genuinely surprised me in the best possible way. While I’ve only experienced the single-player Journey Mode, which dynamically transforms visuals and soundtrack as you play, it left a remarkable impression. The decision to tie piece rotation to musical elements sounds like it could be grating, but in practice it’s nothing short of brilliant, creating an organic rhythm that enhances every move. Music and rhythm are essential elements of gaming for me, and Tetris Effect somehow elevates the series’ already iconic soundtracks into a fresh, modern, rhythmic masterpiece that perfectly complements the timeless gameplay loop. If you appreciate Tetris and love getting lost in a great soundtrack, Tetris Effect: Connected should be your definitive Tetris experience.