Tetris

Game Description

Tetris is a classic puzzle game invented by Russian programmer Alexey Pajitnov in 1984. The core gameplay involves controlling different shaped blocks (called Tetriminos) that fall from the top of the screen. Players need to rotate and move these blocks to arrange them into complete horizontal lines. When a line is completed, it disappears and the player scores points. As the game progresses, the blocks fall faster, increasing the difficulty. Tetris has become one of the most popular games in electronic gaming history due to its simple yet addictive gameplay.

How to Play

Tetris rules are simple and straightforward:

• Control seven different shaped blocks falling from the top of the screen
• Use arrow keys to move and rotate blocks for optimal arrangement
• When a complete row of blocks is formed, that row disappears and scores points
• As the game progresses, blocks fall faster
• The game ends when stacked blocks reach the top of the screen

Controls:

• Left/Right arrow keys: Move block horizontally
• Up arrow key: Rotate block
• Down arrow key: Accelerate block falling
• Space bar: Drop block instantly to the bottom (hard drop)
• P key: Pause game

Game Features

• Classic Tetris gaming experience
• Seven different block shapes, each presenting unique arrangement challenges
• Increasing game difficulty with level progression
• Score system and achievement tracking
• Simple to learn but difficult to master gameplay mechanics
• Classic game music and sound effects

Tips & Strategies

• Try to keep the playing field as flat as possible, avoiding "peaks" and "valleys"
• Reserve space for the I-shaped block (long bar), as it's key for clearing multiple rows
• Learn the rotation properties of each block to quickly determine optimal placement
• Use the "hard drop" (space bar) function to place blocks faster, but ensure correct positioning
• Plan multiple steps ahead, not just the currently falling block
• At faster game speeds, prioritize stability over scoring
• Practice advanced techniques like "T-spin" for advantages in high-level play