Tetris 99 Maximus Cup Celebrates Kirby With Three Themed Rounds on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo has once again spotlighted one of its most beloved franchises—Kirby—by announcing the 49th Tetris 99 Maximus Cup, set to launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch.

This event follows closely on the heels of recent announcements during Nintendo Direct, where fans saw fresh updates for Kirby and the Forgotten Land, as well as the return of classic Kirby titles on the upcoming Switch 2 platform.

Starting August 29, 2025, and running through September 1, 2025, Tetris 99 players will have the opportunity to participate in the "Second Chance: Kirby Edition" Maximus Cup, where special in-game themes inspired by major Kirby releases will be available as exclusive rewards.

The event is structured into three unique rounds, each dedicated to a different Kirby adventure: - **Round 1**: Kirby and the Forgotten Land - **Round 2**: Kirby’s Dream Buffet - **Round 3**: Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe According to Nintendo's official announcement, players can earn each limited-time theme by scoring 20 event points per round during the Maximus Cup.

This user-friendly points system allows dedicated fans and newcomers alike to unlock all three special themes by participating in Tetris 99 matches over the course of the weekend.

Tetris 99, launched in 2019 on the Nintendo Switch eShop, has become known for its competitive battle-royale twist on the classic puzzle game format.

Nintendo regularly refreshes the experience with its Maximus Cup events, often highlighting notable Nintendo franchises.

July 2025 saw a Donkey Kong Bananza-themed cup, while previous Maximus Cups have featured Mario, Fire Emblem, and Animal Crossing content. With Kirby titles consistently ranking among the top-selling platformers on Nintendo systems, the return of these exclusive themes offers fans a creative way to celebrate Kirby’s vibrant legacy.

The Kirby and the Forgotten Land theme, spotlighted in Round 1, follows the game’s significant sales milestone as one of the fastest-selling entries in the series on Nintendo Switch since its 2022 debut. Nintendo’s continued support for Tetris 99 through Maximus Cups underscores its commitment to keeping established games fresh with new content and crossover events, boosting long-term engagement on the Nintendo Switch platform.

Fans eager to participate can download Tetris 99 for free with a Nintendo Switch Online membership and jump into the Kirby festivities later this August.

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