Number 268
(1.6 points)
Tetris (Mirrorsoft)
1991: 85
One of those games that needs no introduction or explanation, Tetris on the Amiga is yet another way to stack blocks, but probably not the best way.
We all know the drill: four-piece blocks fall from above, and you must arrange them in a way to make complete lines, which then disappear. Rinse and repeat. What's more interesting is its inclusion here, since the 1991 list clearly states this version is "almost undeniably the worst of the lot, featuring appalling graphics and some horrible, unnecessary cosmetic tweaks", but admitted that, hey, it's Tetris, so it has to be in the list somewhere. Looking at opinions over the years, it's clear that this is widely considered the worst Tetris game on the Amiga.
The list went on to suggest you "investigate the often superior PD versions before you buy", which is even more true today given the complete access we now have to the Amiga's back catalogue. It's especially amusing to see this here since the far superior Super Twintris made the list the following two years. Then again, if you really want to play Tetris now, you have a near-infinite number of ways to do so, unlike in 1991. I won't be spending much time on this one.
Recommended TOSEC disk(s):
Tetris (1987)(Mirrorsoft)
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