TETRIS® THE GRAND MASTER 4 -ABSOLUTE EYE- News

We have updated to Ver.1.7.1.

Changes:

• Adjusted the result screen presentation for ASUKA (Easy)
  
• Enabled advancing the result screen with the confirm button
  
• Updated Credit Roll 2
  
• Added a setting to toggle the display or hiding of replay data from past versions.
  

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed an issue on the result screen where the pinch time SE could sometimes play
  
• Text corrections and adjustments
  

Discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/3328480/discussions/0/603036615015743113/

We have updated to Ver.1.7.0.

Notice:

• All replay data for TGMstyle versions below Ver.1.7.0, as well as all versusmode replay data, can no longer be played back.
  

Changes:

• The BGM system has been revamped.
  
• The method for evaluating titles in NORMAL mode has been changed.
  
• Title icon display in NORMAL mode is now supported.
  
• To see icons on the modeselection screen, you must earn the title again after updating to Ver.1.7.0.
  
• In marathon mode, you can now choose SPRINT or ULTRA.
  
• New rankings have been added for SPRINT and ULTRA.
  
• Some text on the options screen has been revised.
  
• All TGMstyle behaviors except for KONOHA have been overhauled.
  As a result of these changes, the following replay data from versions below Ver.1.7.0 can no longer be played:
  NORMAL and TGMstyle ASUKA / ASUKA (Easy) / ASUKA (Hard) / MASTER, SHIRANUI, and versus battles.
  
• Adjustments were made to SHIRANUI and versusbattle modes.
  
• In practice mode, when skipping levels in ASUKA (Hard), the foxcount correction range has been expanded (from 1000 onward).
  
• The results screen shown after game end has been redesigned.
  
• Certain endofgame effects in NORMAL and ASUKA have been tweaked.
  
• In score rankings and practice launched from replays, categories have been separated by control typeexcluding versus battles.
  Switch controls with START on gamepad or F1 on keyboard.
  

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed an issue where, if you entered the preview screen from the 2P (rightside) gamepad or keyboard settings, it previewed using the 1P settings.
  
• Fixed a problem in Replay&Race where, if you selected Retry from the pause menu, the BGM could play at unintended times.
  

Discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/3328480/discussions/0/603036300513311217/

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/

This event features a daring challenge based on Marathon Mode, crafted by Hirashima-P.
Accept the gauntlet and compete!

・Judging Criteria：
　Standard Style: Score priority
　TGM Style: Line-clear count priority

・How to Participate：

　Download the replay files
　https://app.box.com/s/ihqgvzvcacltcav7t646r67ncx42hqnj
　Download event #03.zip and extract, producing:

　ultra_20250703_162502.bin

　ultra_20250703_163419.bin

　Copy the files to:

　C:\Users\[Your PC User Name]\AppData\Local\tgm4\savedata\[Your Steam ID]\replay_data\
　(They may be placed in any subfolder under replay_data.)

　Launch the game and take the challenge!

　Menu: PRACTICE → Event Mode → Race Replay (or Play Under Same Conditions)

　Standard Style: select ULTRA 2025/07/03 16:25

　TGM Style: select ULTRA 2025/07/03 16:34

・Streaming & Posting (Entry)
　Why not stream your attempt live or post a recorded video?
　Note: To prevent cheating, these runs cannot be re-recorded into new replay files.

・Awards & Prizes
　Winners will be selected separately for each style.
　Winning player names will be featured in the new “Credit Roll #2” in-game.

・Event Details
　Period: July 4, 2025, 14:45 ～ July 11, 2025, 23:59 (JST)

　Eligibility: Owners of TGM4 (excluding those disqualified under the tgm_series license)

・Submission:
　Post your video on any publicly accessible platform (YouTube, Twitch, etc.) and include #tgm4 #hira_p_evnt03 in the title.

・Additional Notes
　If your streamer/submitter name contains inappropriate content, you may be asked to change it.

　The administration reserves the right to revoke awards at its discretion?please participate with understanding.

　The event may be cancelled at the sole discretion of Mihara in case of unforeseen issues. Thank you for your understanding.

We have released Version 1.6.1.

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed an issue where the KONOHA (Easy) leaderboard was not sorting as intended.
  
• Resolved a problem in Practice mode that prevented level settings from being applied correctly for players without the ASUKA MASTER title.
  
• Corrected an issue in NORMAL mode where Tetrominoes in the bonus game (post Level 999) were not appearing as stealth pieces.
  

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/3328480/discussions/0/603034778380309409/