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Tetris 99’s 51st MAXIMUS CUP nods to Animal Crossing this week
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Nintendo has announced the next online event for its competitive puzzle battler Tetris 99 – the 51st MAXIMUS CUP. The limited-time event features an in-game theme inspired by updated content in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Players can unlock the theme by earning 100 event points during the event window. Participation requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Event schedule (PT)
The cup runs for a single weekend, with precise start and end times. See the official timing below.
How to unlock the crossover theme
- Play Tetris 99 mode during the event period.
- Accumulate 100 event points from your matches.
- Reaching 100 points automatically unlocks the Animal Crossing–inspired theme.
What this collaboration signals
The theme draws from the updated content in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, tying the puzzle event to Nintendo’s life-sim series. While specifics of the visuals or music were not detailed, the crossover follows Tetris 99’s established pattern of timed themes celebrating updates across Nintendo franchises.
What’s next for Animal Crossing
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Nintendo notes that Animal Crossing: New Horizons will receive a new update on Jan. 15. Details were not provided in the announcement, but the timing positions the MAXIMUS CUP as a lead-in to that refresh.
Requirements and availability
Online play features require a Nintendo Account and an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. Availability may vary by country, and an internet connection is required.
Final takeaway – a quick win for theme collectors
For Tetris 99 regulars, this is a straightforward weekend objective: hit 100 points and bank a limited-time Animal Crossing look. If you track Nintendo crossover themes – or you plan to dive back into New Horizons after Jan. 15 – this event neatly bridges both communities.
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