Tetris Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle
Tetris 2
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tetris |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993, Tetris 2 is a puzzle game developed by Nintendo.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2. Among the 49 NES puzzle games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Tetris series; on the NES you can also try Tetris and Tetris 2 + Bombliss. The series also appears on other systems with Tetris (Genesis) and Tetris (Game Boy). Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
Tetris 2 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Tetris 2 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.
Tetris 2 cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Cool Sound Effects | KAGESO |
|---|---|
| Cool Stage Selection Graphics | KAGEGO |
| Less Then Normal Fixed Blocks | KAGETO |
| Cool Sound Effects | PZGEIO |
| Cannot pause game with START button (All Modes) | AAVZVYEA |
| Don't hide remaining pieces during pause (All Modes) | AVEXOYXZ |
Tetris 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tetris 2.
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Dr. Mario Classic
Tetris 2 + Bombliss Deep cut
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Clu Clu Land Classic
Tetris Attack Classic
Yoshi's Cookie Classic
Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Tetris 2 FAQ
When did Tetris 2 come out on the NES?
Tetris 2 was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Tetris 2?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Tetris 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Tetris 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tetris 2 take to play?
As a puzzle game, Tetris 2 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 Tetris 2 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.