Updated
Updated · shanethegamer.com · Jul 7
Nintendo Sets 55th Tetris 99 Maximus Cup for July 10, Offering 100-Point Star Fox Theme
Updated
Updated · shanethegamer.com · Jul 7

Nintendo Sets 55th Tetris 99 Maximus Cup for July 10, Offering 100-Point Star Fox Theme

3 articles · Updated · shanethegamer.com · Jul 7

Summary

  • July 10-13 marks Tetris 99’s 55th Maximus Cup, with a Star Fox theme unlocked after players collect 100 event points in standard online matches.
  • 100 points are earned through match placements, and the reward adds Star Fox artwork, music and redesigned Tetrimino pieces rather than new gameplay.
  • Nintendo is using the four-day event to keep Tetris 99 active while extending Star Fox momentum after the franchise recently climbed Switch 2 eShop charts.
  • 55 Maximus Cups in, the format remains a low-cost engagement tool for Nintendo, available to Tetris 99 players with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

Insights

After Star Fox, which dormant Nintendo classic is next in line for a modern remake on the Switch 2?
Can a Star Fox 64 remake, however beautiful, truly escape its 90s game design roots on the new Switch 2?
Can a free Tetris theme truly drive sales for a full-priced game on a new console?