Tetris 99 is a fantastic puzzle game that can be played on the Switch. The twist on the classic game pits one player against 98 others and has proven to be a popular addition to Nintendo's Online subscription. The game has also been a host of some wonderful crossover aesthetics, providing players the chance to earn themes in Tetris 99's Maximus Cup events. This weekend's latest event will give players the chance to earn an in-game theme based on the recently released The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.
Skyward Sword HD was released in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Zelda series. To continue the festivities, fans can earn this theme through an event in Tetris 99. The event will be running during the weekend, ending on August 9 at 11:59 PT.
The theme itself gives Tetris 99 new Skyward Sword-based aesthetics, from the background art to the music as well as Tetrimino blocks. This is even evident in the small details used to make it a complete overhaul. This includes a voice clip of Link's companion Fi before the countdown starts and other sound effects from Skyward Sword.
Other key elements that tie the theme together include heart containers representing the badges that the player earns during the match to themes changing as the player climbs to the higher ranks of the battle. To earn this theme, players need to earn at least 100 points during the event, which will be unlocked automatically once the required total has been met.
Tetris 99 comes free with a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online, along with other games. One of these includes another battle royale game in Nintendo's library, Pac-Man 99, which is also developed by the same team that made Tetris 99. There was also a Mario-themed battle royale called Mario 35 last year, but that service was shut down once the anniversary was over.
While The Legend of Zelda's anniversary has been quieter than most this year, fans are still celebrating in their own way, with Skyward Sword HD being one of them. As the sequel to Breath of the Wild is looking to be released next year, having Skyward Sword be released on the Switch allows players to celebrate an integral game to the Zelda library. Giving the game a crossover tie-in with Tetris 99 also will give some more Zelda-esque flair to the game, as there has only been one other theme that can be bought in-game through the use of tickets.
Tetris 99 is available for the Nintendo Switch.