During the recent State of Play showcase, Sony kicked things off with a mesmerizing trailer that evoked the essence of the Tetris Effect. This was made possible by Tetsuya Mizuguchi, the visionary behind the Tetris Effect, who announced the upcoming release of a new Lumines game.

If you’ve ventured into Tetris Effect and haven’t yet felt the allure of Lumines, then Lumines Arise will serve as your perfect introduction. Expect a captivating experience with falling blocks, surreal visual environments, and a breathtaking electronic soundtrack that will draw you into a state of relaxation and focus.

As detailed on the Steam page, Lumines Arise will boast “over 30 stages of synesthetic sensory wonderlands,” taking players through lush jungles, bustling Tokyo streets, and even the enchanting vastness of outer space.

While playing, you’ll encounter a new ‘Burst’ mechanic reminiscent of the Tetris Effect’s ‘Zone’ state: as you clear blocks, you’ll be able to charge a meter that temporarily halts square clearing, allowing you to create hefty formations before the timer runs out.

Additionally, players can customize their Lumines avatars with a variety of unlockable head shapes, including a whimsical option I particularly love – an egg encased in a grinning square.

Lumines Arise is set to release sometime in 2025.