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Tetris 99's New Crossover Event Celebrates Splatoon Raiders, Unlock A Special Theme

Nintendo has announced the 56th Maximus Cup, offering Tetris 99 players the opportunity to unlock a themed Splatoon Raiders event.

By · Published August 4, 2026 at 10:26 UTC · Updated August 4, 2026 at 17:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: nintendo.com · Nintendo Everything · GoNintendo · Nintendojo · Nintendo Life.

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The obvious questions

What is the event called?

It is the 56th Maximus Cup.

What is the theme of the new Tetris 99 event?

The theme is based on Splatoon Raiders.

How can players acquire the new theme?

Players must participate in the 56th Maximus Cup online event to unlock it.

The story so far

Active Tetris 99 players stand to gain exclusive in-game content through the upcoming 56th Maximus Cup. Participants in this online competition can unlock a special Splatoon Raiders theme by engaging with the event throughout the week.

This limited-time crossover event represents the latest collaboration for the long-running puzzle title. Nintendo Everything, GoNintendo, and Nintendo Life indicate the event is scheduled to launch shortly, continuing the series of Maximus Cup rotations that provide players with access to various collaborative themes.

Official details provided by Nintendo confirm the event is active and accessible via online play. While the mechanism for unlocking the Splatoon Raiders theme is tied to the 56th Maximus Cup, the specific duration of the event window beyond the current week has not been specified.

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