These are also arranged from four cubes, but now are in three dimensions - that is, some of the blocks are in a different plane than others. Finally, the "extended" block set can have up to five cubes in three dimensions.
It takes a real spatial genius to complete a level using these blocks. The dimensions of the pit into which the cubes drop can also be varied to further influence the difficulty.
The wider and higher the pit, the easier it is to place blocks. From a special screen you choose the block set, one of three defined pit setups or set custom pit dimensions. The ability to set up configurations makes this game endlessly challenging. If you master one layout, simply make a small change and try again. It's amazing how much difference a single block-width change in the dimensions of the pit makes.
You can even play against another player, keeping both pits visible on the screen at the same time. Whoever completes the selected number of levels first is the winner, although you automatically lose if you fill the pit with your blocks. Playing Blockout takes a little getting used to. Each of the three buttons on the control pad rotate the groups of blocks in one of the dimensions, while the pad itself positions the block in the pit.
When a block appears, it is shown in wire frame, so that you can see through it to the blocks below. Blocks that are already placed are solid and drawn in bright colors, and each level is a different color. Lines on the walls of the pit are helpful in positioning the block, but are easy to ignore in the heat of the game.
You'll also need to get used to rotating the blocks around the right axis to get the piece to fit. If you are certain you have the blocks positioned right, you can press the START button to cause the block to fall quickly into position and gain more points. If you need it, there is also a practice mode where the blocks do not fall, so you can take all the time you need to position them and get used to controlling the rotation.
The graphics are a little fuzzy and do not begin to tax the abilities of the Genesis, while the soundtrack is a hard-driving rock beat that is very well-done but gets tiring after a while. The real draw in Blockout is not the so-so graphics or the decent sound, but, like Tetris, the excellent playability. Overall, Blockout is well-crafted and very playable. You will find yourself coming back again and again attempting to better your last score.
But be warned - if you thought Tetris was tough and addicting, wait until you try Blockout. The flat setting is similar to Tetris since none of the block has depth; only by rotating the blocks will they have that perspective. Each Blockout will get you a huge bonus! This game takes a new look, literally, at one of the most recent success stories. A seperate high score is kept for each configuration for fairness. Support for multiple graphics modes is also well done, making Blockout playable on almost any machine.
My only complaint with Blockout is that there's no way to see empty spaces underneath the top layer. This is a hard problem to solve visually, so I'm not really blaming the designers who did a great job. I guess I'm just lamenting my own memory's inability to keep track of 4 or 5 stacks of blocks. Tetris fans, eat your heart out with this great variant that is much better than Welltris , the "official" 3D Tetris. Screenshots from MobyGames. Alexd 0 point. Regards Master of Science in Engineering Physics.
Magnus 0 point. I made a Youtube on how to play it. Mr Vampire 0 point Commodore 64 version. Played this a bit back in the day. As in Tetris, the goal is to stack blocks. The longer you play, the faster the blocks will fall. Every time you complete a row, the row will be erased and the blocks lying on top of it will descend one level. The game is over when the stack reaches the top of the shaft.
Since Blockout is three-dimensional, controlling the blocks is more difficult. With your left hand you can rotate the blocks in three directions and with your right hand you can place the blocks by moving them to the desired place with the arrow keys.
By pressing Space, you can drop the blocks to the bottom of the shaft. While beginners play the game with 2D parts and the challenge lies in the increasing speed, advanced players challenge themselves with complex three-dimensional pieces, which greatly increases the difficulty.
In any case, Blockout is very addictive. It can be considered an educational game, as it greatly improves spatial orientation skills. Try it. Available on PC. Description Block Puzzle Tetris is world-famous Tetris style game! Show More. Published by Play Fun Games Free. Approximate size Age rating For all ages. This app can Access your Internet connection.
Permissions info. Installation Get this app while signed in to your Microsoft account and install on up to ten Windows 10 devices. Language supported English United States.
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