Tetris

Tetris

Intro

Experience the legendary and timeless puzzle game that has captivated players for decades across the globe. In this clean and modern version of Tetris, your goal is to strategically rotate and place a sequence of falling blocks, known as tetrominoes, to create solid, unbroken horizontal lines. When you complete a line, it disappears, freeing up valuable space on the board and earning you points. As you clear more lines, the game's speed increases, pushing your planning and reflexes to the absolute limit!

How to control

The controls are designed to be straightforward and responsive. On a desktop, use the Left and Right arrow keys to move the falling tetrominoes horizontally. Press the Up arrow key to rotate the pieces clockwise. To make a piece fall faster, press and hold the Down arrow key for a "soft drop." For an instant placement, press the Spacebar to "hard drop" the piece to the bottom. On mobile devices, simply swipe left or right to move, tap the screen to rotate, and swipe down for a hard drop.

Tips

  • Build a Flat Surface: One of the most fundamental strategies is to keep the top of your stack as flat and even as possible. Avoid creating deep, single-block-wide holes that are difficult or impossible to fill, unless you are intentionally setting up for a Tetris.
  • Prepare for a Tetris: The term "Tetris" refers to clearing four lines at once using the long, straight "I" block. This move yields the highest number of points for a single placement. To set this up, try building your stack with a single empty column on one side of the board, waiting for that valuable I-block to arrive.
  • Know Your Next Piece: Always keep an eye on the "Next" piece display. Knowing what tetromino is coming next is crucial for effective planning and allows you to use your current piece to prepare the board for the next one, leading to better placements.
  • Don't Rush at the Start: Especially at the lower, slower levels, you have more time to think than you realize. Use this time to make sure you are placing each piece in the absolute best spot. A single misplaced block early on can lead to a messy board that becomes very difficult to recover from at higher speeds.