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Steam News14 July 202511mo ago

Development Report: Progress on Version 1.7.0

We are currently working on Version 1.7.0. Because this update includes major additions and changes, it is taking extra time for licensing approval.

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What changed

2 fixes2 additions3 changes1 removal
  • Gameplay
  • Performance
  • Fixes
  • UI and audio
removedTGM Style Control Behavior Updated We’ve revised control inputs for all modes playable in TGM Style. 【【【Important 】】】 As a result, the following replays from versions earlier than 1.7.0 can no longer be viewed: ・All replays played in TGM Style ・Versus-mode replays ・SHIRANUI replays
addedPlanned Addition of New Game Rules in Marathon Mode (Currently under review by the licensor.)
changedResult Screen Flow Changed After gameplay ends, the way “RESULT” is displayed has been updated. ・Previously: “Game Over” appeared first, then the performance evaluation. ・From Ver.1.7.0 onward: “RESULT” is shown immediately after gameplay ends, followed by “Game Over.” ・The RESULT screen varies by game mode.
changedAdjusted the title-ranking system in NORMAL Mode (now easier to earn titles).
addedAdded title icons to NORMAL Mode.
fixedFixed an issue where, when entering the preview screen from 2P (right-side) gamepad or keyboard settings, the preview still used 1P’s settings.

TETRIS® THE GRAND MASTER 4 -ABSOLUTE EYE- changes

removedTGM Style Control Behavior Updated We’ve revised control inputs for all modes playable in TGM Style. 【【【Important 】】】 As a result, the following replays from versions earlier than 1.7.0 can no longer be viewed: ・All replays played in TGM Style ・Versus-mode replays ・SHIRANUI replays
addedPlanned Addition of New Game Rules in Marathon Mode (Currently under review by the licensor.)
changedResult Screen Flow Changed After gameplay ends, the way “RESULT” is displayed has been updated. ・Previously: “Game Over” appeared first, then the performance evaluation. ・From Ver.1.7.0 onward: “RESULT” is shown immediately after gameplay ends, followed by “Game Over.” ・The RESULT screen varies by game mode.
changedAdjusted the title-ranking system in NORMAL Mode (now easier to earn titles).
addedAdded title icons to NORMAL Mode.

We are currently working on Version 1.7.0. Because this update includes major additions and changes, it is taking extra time for licensing approval.

Main Changes:

  • TGM Style Control Behavior Updated We’ve revised control inputs for all modes playable in TGM Style. 【【【Important 】】】 As a result, the following replays from versions earlier than 1.7.0 can no longer be viewed: ・All replays played in TGM Style ・Versus-mode replays ・SHIRANUI replays

  • Planned Addition of New Game Rules in Marathon Mode (Currently under review by the licensor.)

  • Result Screen Flow Changed After gameplay ends, the way “RESULT” is displayed has been updated. ・Previously: “Game Over” appeared first, then the performance evaluation. ・From Ver.1.7.0 onward: “RESULT” is shown immediately after gameplay ends, followed by “Game Over.” ・The RESULT screen varies by game mode.

Other Changes & Fixes:

  • Adjusted the title-ranking system in NORMAL Mode (now easier to earn titles).

  • Added title icons to NORMAL Mode.

  • Fixed an issue where, when entering the preview screen from 2P (right-side) gamepad or keyboard settings, the preview still used 1P’s settings.

  • Updated some text in the Options menu.

  • Fixed a bug in “Race Replay” where, if you selected “Retry” from the pause menu mid-play, the BGM could restart at unexpected times.

Discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/3328480/discussions/0/597406028056775445/

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Steam News / 14 July 2025

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