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The legendary Japanese launch Tetris: The Grand Grasp, thought of by aficionados essentially the most tough launch within the iconic block-dropping sequence, is lastly coming to PS4 and Nintendo Swap. The just about mythic puzzler will launch within the close to future courtesy of, of all folks, Hamster’s Arcade Archives vary.

Developed by Arika, and initially launched in Japanese arcades in 1998, Tetris: The Grand Grasp follows the standard ruleset of Alexey Pajitnov genre-defining basic, however affords up a staggering 999 ranges of play and introduces the “20G” mechanic beloved by devoted gamers. Primarily, this mechanic sees blocks seem straight on prime of the wall, providing the participant a split-second to successfully transfer them into place.

Try the wild motion within the basic run beneath, courtesy of YouTuber Sega-16.

Tetris: The Grand Grasp is acknowledged by the Tetris group’s knowledgeable gamers and speedrunners — those that you see performing virtually reality-breaking feats of group at occasions reminiscent of Superior Video games Performed Fast, (or alternately, my buddy Jonster, whose personal Tetris abilities depart me totally flabbergasted. Look how joyful he’s on this tweet!). Whereas TGM would obtain a number of available sequels, this Arcade Archives launch will symbolize the unique’s first-ever dwelling launch outdoors of Japan, and as such is a serious reckoning for Tetris gamers.

No date has been revealed for the title’s launch however, as common readers will likely be conscious, we cowl every Arcade Archives launch proper right here on Destructoid, and have accomplished so for a lot of, a few years. Thus, we’ll make sure you let when TGM is headed to a platform close to you. Within the meantime, get working towards.