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Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 10
  2. Negative: 5 out of 10
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  1. Its gameplay is solid while it still holds true to the original Tetris concept and is addictively fun.
  2. Nintendo Power
    68
    Promises a solid foundation of endless fun. [Sept 2002, p.164]
  3. A total disappointment, as it does not live up to its prestigious heritage that other Tetris games had.
  4. Much like the graphics, sound, multiplayer, and story (why bother with a story?) these additional game modes are merely a novelty and soon betray themselves as lacklustre additions bolted onto an admittedly great concept.
  5. If you've never played a version of Tetris and are wondering what the fuss is about, you probably wouldn't understand it from this version. Old time fans will also be unimpressed.
  6. 46
    I don't think I've ever been this unimpressed by a Tetris game in my entire life.
  7. What is there that's new could be passed on, and the different options, excluding hold, create an all too easy Tetris. There are other Tetrises out there that do it better.
  8. Even the most hardcore Tetris fans will be upset with the sloppy multiplayer and arcade modes and the lack of meaningful new gameplay.
  9. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    45
    The owners of the Tetris license have got to stop whoring it out. [Sept 2002, p.162]
  10. Unfortunately, Tetris Worlds also introduces one particular change to the gameplay that renders the classic game all but unplayable.

Awards & Rankings

43
#43 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
52
#52 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002
User Score
4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 10
  2. Negative: 5 out of 10
  1. Jun 22, 2022
    3
    This game could’ve been so good had it some endless regular Tetris mode. I try my best to love this game because it’s the only Tetris game forThis game could’ve been so good had it some endless regular Tetris mode. I try my best to love this game because it’s the only Tetris game for the gamecube but it’s difficult to love this game. Sadly no new games are made else I would’ve bought a new Tetris game for the GameCube Full Review »
  2. Jul 25, 2016
    6
    Tetris Worlds I just think is simple and looks like and plays like a fan made game but the game is still kinda enjoyable and not all the hateTetris Worlds I just think is simple and looks like and plays like a fan made game but the game is still kinda enjoyable and not all the hate I agree with. Full Review »
  3. Oct 11, 2015
    10
    super fun and enjoyable, best played with your friends

    i really enjoyed the soundtrack game includes fun and easy tetris a better
    super fun and enjoyable, best played with your friends

    i really enjoyed the soundtrack

    game includes

    fun and easy tetris a better overpowerd t spin

    unlimited mode normal tetris
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