# Tetris 2 Introduction ## Overview *Tetris 2*, released in October 1993 in North America and 1994 in Europe by Nintendo, is a puzzle game sequel to the iconic *Tetris* (1988, NES), developed by Tose. Unlike the original’s line-clearing focus, *Tetris 2* tasks players with clearing pre-placed colored blocks (red, blue, yellow) by matching falling Tetriminos or Flash Tetriminos to the same color. Known as *Tetris Flash* in Japan, it features three modes: One-Player, Two-Player (competitive), and Puzzle Mode (fixed block layouts). Its colorful 8-bit visuals and upbeat soundtrack were praised for variety, but some fans found its departure from classic *Tetris* less engaging (Nintendo Power: 3.5/5). It sold modestly but remains a unique spin on the *Tetris* formula. ## Why Play Tetris 2? *Tetris 2* on NES offers a fresh puzzle experience across three modes. In One-Player mode, players clear 80 stages of colored blocks, with speed increasing every 10 levels. Two-Player mode pits competitors head-to-head, where clearing flashing blocks sends obstacles to the opponent’s screen. Puzzle Mode challenges players to clear specific layouts with limited Tetriminos. Players use the D-pad to move Tetriminos, A to rotate, and B to drop, aiming to clear all colored blocks. Sessions last 1-3 hours, with stages taking 1-3 minutes. Its vibrant graphics and catchy music appeal to *Tetris* (NES) and *Captain Tsubasa V* fans, distinct from *Batman: Gotham City Racer*’s racing or *Ninja Gaiden Shadow*’s action. ## Key Features - Clear colored blocks in 80 stages or Puzzle Mode - Three modes: One-Player, Two-Player, and Puzzle - Competitive multiplayer with obstacle-sending mechanics - Match Tetriminos to colored blocks for strategic clears - Colorful 8-bit visuals and lively soundtrack - Authentic NES gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Play Tetris 2 Online Play *Tetris 2* (1993, NES) instantly on Classic Joy Games with NES emulators. Available on retro platforms with 4.2/5 ratings from 30 votes. Physical copies cost $15-$40 (cart) or $50-$120 (CIB). Use Nestopia or RetroArch. Strategy: In One-Player, prioritize flashing blocks for faster clears; in Two-Player, stack efficiently to send obstacles. Cheat: At title screen, press Up, Down, Left, Right, A, B, Select for stage select in One-Player mode. Note: Some emulators may have minor palette issues in Two-Player mode. Recent X posts highlight *Tetris 2*’s unique mechanics but note its lesser fame compared to *Tetris* (*post:1*). Join Classic Joy Games and master the colored blocks now!