Tetris 2 + Bombliss (Japan) (Rev 1)

Tetris 2 + Bombliss is an engaging puzzle game for the NES, offering two distinct gameplay modes, both based on the familiar block-stacking mechanism. Players will experience a unique blend of intellect and reflexes.

The first game mode is traditional Tetris. Here, players control various falling blocks (tetrominoes) from the top of the screen. The objective is to rotate and move these blocks to form complete horizontal lines without gaps. When a line is filled, it disappears, earning the player points and creating space for new blocks. The falling speed of blocks gradually increases with time or level, requiring players to make quick and precise decisions. The game ends when the blocks pile up to the top of the screen, leaving no room for new blocks to fall.

The second, and often highlighted, game mode is Bombliss. Essentially, Bombliss retains the core block-stacking mechanics of Tetris but adds a "bomb" element. Some falling blocks will contain bombs. When a line containing a bomb block is completed and disappears, the bomb activates and explodes. This explosion not only clears that line but also destroys surrounding blocks (often a 3x3 or 5x5 area depending on the bomb type), or even entire rows or columns. The objective in Bombliss is often to achieve a certain score, clear the screen, or detonate a specific number of bombs. Calculating bomb placement and creating chain reactions (combos) is key to achieving high scores and overcoming difficult challenges. The Bombliss mode introduces a new layer of strategic depth, requiring players not only to stack blocks but also to think about how to optimize explosions for maximum efficiency.