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The Next Tetris
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| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1999) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Blue Planet Software |
| Publisher | Hasbro |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
The Next Tetris is a puzzle game released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Blue Planet Software and published by Hasbro. This Dreamcast release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1999.
It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and Skies of Arcadia. Among the 17 Dreamcast puzzle games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Blue Planet Software also made The Next Tetris: On-line Edition for the Dreamcast.
The Next Tetris supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing The Next Tetris is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
The Next Tetris walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
The Next Tetris FAQ
When did The Next Tetris come out on the Dreamcast?
The Next Tetris was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000; the original game dates back to 1999.
Who made The Next Tetris?
It was developed by Blue Planet Software and published by Hasbro.
Is The Next Tetris multiplayer?
Yes. The Next Tetris supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Next Tetris take to play?
As a puzzle game, The Next Tetris typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Next Tetris on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.