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Review of Puyo Puyo Tsuu Ketteiban on PlayStation

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Nov 1996
Cover image of Puyo Puyo Tsuu Ketteiban on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 15 Nov 1996
Genre: Puzzle
Developer: Compile
Publisher: Compile / Sega

Introduction

In the long and ever-complicated history of puzzle games, *Puyo Puyo Tsuu Ketteiban* dabs its colorful little blob-like form into the pool of competition that would make even *Tetris* pause and reconsider its life choices. Here, strategy and speed combine to create a fever dream of matching colorful blobs while simultaneously unleashing a barrage of negativity (in the form of garbage Puyos) upon your opponent, all while trying to remember the names of each character—because we all know that’s the true challenge! If you’re ready to dive into a colorful world of cascading Puyos and strategic sabotage, you're in for a treat. Or torture. Depends on how good you are.

Gameplay

*Puyo Puyo Tsuu Ketteiban* retains the addictive gameplay of its predecessors, throwing players into the fray where pairs of Puyos tumble down like your weekend plans when you realize you forgot about that massive assignment due Monday. Players control these diabolical blobs, moving them left, right, and rotating them to land groups of four or more identical Puyos together, which triggers combos that send the dreaded garbage Puyos to your rival. But don’t let that simple premise fool you; the real challenge lies in crafting chains—massive combos that take skill, timing, and quite possibly a degree in theoretical physics. Stack them high enough and watch your opponent sweat as their screen fills up with your delightful trash. But it’s not just about flinging blobs; new features like the Offsetting system means that your well-timed combos won’t just annoy your opponents—they’ll actually neutralize the garbage they send your way! This means that not only must you think ahead like a chess grandmaster on a caffeine binge, but you also get a subtle moment to gloat each time your opponent's expectations plummet like a rock thrown into a lake. If they’re not ready for your chains, it’s a glorious moment and a surefire ticket to a stress-induced meltdown over their controller. Modes are aplenty—three core modes, including Single Puyo Puyo, Double Puyo Puyo, and Endless Puyo Puyo—offer greater variability in how you can train your brain and fry your opponent's patience. The multiplayer options are equally robust, allowing a gang of friends to potentially spiral into chaos on the couch, and possibly ruin friendships over who sent how much garbage to who. Remember, besides your skill, your friends’ emotional stability is the real victim here.

Graphics

The graphics are much like your cousin’s attempt at art—colorful and memorable but perhaps lacking intricate depth. This isn’t a game meant to dazzle you with realism; rather, it's about vibrant designs and charming characters that instantly bring a smile. Each Puyo is essentially a tiny, serious blob of glee, and if you’re not careful, they’ll turn your screen into a vibrant mosaic of disaster very quickly. The user interface is charmingly simple, guiding you through what is essentially galactic chaos as you strive to line these chubby little blobs up in a way that would make any child brain automatically kick into overdrive. The sound effects, like a percussive symphony for the absurd, make each successful chain sound like confetti raining down during a victory parade.

Conclusion

If you’re ready to embark on an adventure that is equal parts strategy, skill, and a test of your ability not to scream at your friends, *Puyo Puyo Tsuu Ketteiban* is undoubtedly worth diving into. Mastering this colorful chaos will test even seasoned puzzle veterans, but it’s also accessible enough to attract new players looking to unleash some competitive spirit. Just remember: in the world of Puyo, the only thing more potent than your combos is the trash you send flying to your opponent’s side. So gear up, get your blob-matching fingers ready, and prepare to send a beautiful onslaught of Puyo chaos into the universe—and into the hearts of your opponents… if they can survive it!

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