Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Headlines Tetris 99 Maximus Cup Event on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch players are in for a treat as the latest Tetris 99 Maximus Cup event shines a spotlight on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

Celebrating the acclaimed action-adventure release, this collaboration gives both puzzle and Zelda fans a unique reason to participate in Tetris 99's final Maximus Cup for 2024. Running from December 19 (11 p.m.

PT) to December 23 (10:59 p.m.

PT), the 44th Maximus Cup features a special event themed around The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

To join, players must be active Nintendo Switch Online subscribers and compete in Tetris 99’s online mode during the event window.

Points are awarded based on each match’s rank, and players who accumulate 100 event points will unlock an exclusive in-game theme inspired by Echoes of Wisdom—complete with bespoke artwork, music, and Tetrimino designs from the latest Zelda adventure. According to Nintendo’s official statement, "The Tetris 99 44th MAXIMUS CUP event gives fans the opportunity to earn a new Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom theme by participating in online play and earning a total of 100 event points.

This limited-time reward brings the distinct art and musical style of the new Zelda release into the competitive world of Tetris 99." The event marks a fitting close to a banner year for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, which debuted to critical and commercial success on the Nintendo Switch.

The title has been praised for its inventive puzzle mechanics and top-down exploration, reinvigorating the beloved franchise for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Nintendo continues to enrich the Switch Online ecosystem with special content and retro additions.

In recent weeks, the company has also released a new Zelda track in its music app and expanded its retro gaming library by adding two Tetris classics to the Switch Online service. With crossover events like the Maximus Cup, Nintendo delivers added value for its Switch Online subscribers and fosters ongoing engagement among its player community.

Fans of Tetris 99 and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom are encouraged to participate before the event concludes on December 23 to secure the limited-edition theme. Stay tuned to official Nintendo channels for further updates on future collaborations, and be sure to explore the array of exclusive content available through Nintendo Switch Online.

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