Puyo Puyo CD Tsuu (1996). Play Free Online

Summary

I first heard about the TurboGrafx‑CD version of *Puyo Puyo Tsū* (often called *Puyo Puyo CD 2*) when digging through old release lists. What makes this port stand out is the full voice cast – every character is spoken by a professional voice actor, and each one even has a signature line that plays during chain reactions. The core puzzle mechanics stay true to the original, but the CD edition adds the “Offsetting” rule that lets you cancel incoming garbage, plus Point Puyo and hard “Steelie” pieces that change how combos score. The mode lineup mirrors the console version: Single, Double, and Endless, with a cut‑down Nazo Puyo quest tucked in as a bonus. All the added voice‑overs and cutscenes give the familiar game a fresh, more energetic feel without sacrificing its addictive strategy.

Storyline

Puyo Puyo CD Tsuu’s single‑player story mode drops you into the Dark Prince’s battle tower, where Arle Nadja must climb floor by floor. Each floor presents a roulette that lets Arle pick her opponents, and every battle contributes to an experience total that must be reached before the tower’s exit opens. Defeating all listed foes without hitting the required EXP triggers a final challenger; if Arle still falls short after that fight, she’s booted from the tower and the game ends. The Dark Prince’s scheme isn’t just about bragging rights—he’s trying to steal Arle’s heart and capture the magical Carbuncle. By beating characters on each level, Arle earns bonus points that both boost her score and count as the experience needed to advance.

Edited by Maya Carter