Common Sense Media Review
By Chris Morris
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Classic game gets a timer for a fresh twist.
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Tetris Blitz
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What's It About?
Instead of manually flipping, rotating, and dropping blocks, players simply select from a few game-suggested options for where a block should go, tapping an outline to instantly move it into place. This makes it faster to complete lines and earn points. The game is played in quick, two-minute segments, wherein players try to score as many points as possible. Power-ups, such as lasers that eliminate lines or cubes that give extra seconds, can be purchased using in-game currency.
Is It Any Good?
Tetris never stopped being a fun game, but it's a bit long in the tooth. However, with the addition of a ticking clock, EA has ramped up the pressure on players and brought back some thrill -- even for players who think they've seen everything the arcade classic can offer.
TETRIS BLITZ has just the right blend of power-ups, music, and graphics to keep players hooked. However, the game is stingy in handing out in-game currency. We could do without the in-app purchases since they're a bit too enticing and might lure kids into spending real money.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Point out real-life situations where spatial and organizational skills can be useful, such as packing a suitcase or putting away groceries.
Use physical blocks to model how kids can things fit together.
App Details
- Devices : iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android
- Subjects : Math : geometry , patterns , shapes
- Skills : Thinking & Reasoning : solving puzzles
- Pricing structure : Free
- Release date : August 31, 2013
- Genre : Puzzle Games
- Publisher : Electronic Arts
- Version : 1.2.0
- Minimum software requirements : iOS 4.3 or later
- Last updated : November 11, 2020
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