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Tetris is a series of puzzle video games released on a variety of consoles. The original game was developed by game designer Alexey Pajitnov in 1984 while living in Moscow, and it spawned many variations, ports, and clones. The name Tetris is derived from the Russian word for "four". The Tetris brand is currently owned by Tetris Holding and licensed through The Tetris Company.

The first console variant of Tetris was developed and published by Bullet Proof Software for the Famicom and released in Japan on December 22, 1988. Nintendo's first Tetris title, which was Tetris for the Game Boy, was released worldwide a few months later and it has since been credited as the Game Boy's killer app.

When playing Tetris games, tetriminos of different shapes and colors will fall from above and will drop to the bottom. The objective is to construct a horizontal line without any gaps, which will result in the line being cleared. As the game's level number increases, the blocks will fall faster and become harder to manipulate.

Gameplay

The gameplay of Tetris games involves seven differently shaped and colored blocks that fall from the top of the board. As they fall, the player can create lines which will result in the line disappearing. The primary objective in Tetris games is to not allow the blocks to raise above the board (classified as "topping out"), which will result in a game over.

The blocks included in the game include I, J, L, O, S, T, and Z. The only block that is capable of clearing four lines is the I block. The J and L blocks can clear three lines, and in some games players can turn the blocks in a way that will fit it into a tight space. The colors of the blocks change with each new variation.

When the blocks are falling, players are allowed to turn it so that it can fit in a particular place. However, while players do this the block itself will continue to fall down. In some versions of the game, players are allowed to keep spinning the block even if it happens to be touching another block, though this will usually only last for a short time if playing in multiplayer mode (for example, in Tetris DS players only be allowed to do this for a few spins until it connects). Some critics have said that it breaks the game, seeing as when players play on the hardest level they can continue to spin the block until they find the perfect place for it.

To make a block fall faster, players can press down on the d-pad, though to make it immediately connect with a piece below, players just have to press up on it. In some games, a ghost of the block will be shown below to show the player where it's falling, though this option can usually be turned off for the more advanced players who wish for a greater challenge.

The main goal of most Tetris games is to get a high score. This can be done by continuously clearing lines. Getting a Tetris (clearing four lines) will give players the most points, though performing special moves such as T-Spins in some games can also give players more points. The scoring system changes slightly with each new game released.

The Blocks

Each of the seven blocks are present in every Tetris game, and their designs vary depending on which game they appear in. The tactics of each block usually remain with each new game, with new twists (such as the T-Spin) being added in some games. The L block has managed to win GameFAQ's 2007 character battle.

I Block
	The I block is the only block that is capable of getting rid of four lines, resulting in a Tetris. In Tetris DS' multiplayer mode, the Starman would give the player an unlimited amount of I blocks for a short time.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
red	red	red	cyan	cyan	red	red
J Block
	The J block is among the three blocks that is capable of making three lines disappear.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
white	magenta	blue	blue-violet	blue	yellow	orange
L Block
	The L piece is among the three pieces that can destroy three lines in the original game, though this would change in future variations where most of them could actually do so. It won the GameFAQs' 2007 character battle.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
magenta	yellow	orange	magenta	orange	magenta	magenta
O Block
	The O piece is a perfect square. It can get rid of two lines.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
blue	cyan	yellow	light grey	yellow	blue	blue
S Block
	The S piece was one of the four original pieces that couldn't clear three lines, though this was changed in future games.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
green	blue	magenta	green	green	cyan	green
T Block
	The T Block can fit in almost every space that the S and Z blocks can fit into. It is the only block in which the color of it has been different from each other in the major variations.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
brown	grey	cyan	yellow	purple	green	olive
Z Block
	The Z block is similar to the S block though is reversed. Just like the S Block, it is one of the four original pieces that couldn't clear three lines, though this would change in future variations.
Original	Microsoft	Sega	New Tetris	Tetris Worlds Tetris DS	Atari	Soviet Mind Game
cyan	green	green	red	red	orange	cyan

Music

All music tracks are based on Russian songs.

Game Boy Type A - The most recognizable track, widely known as the Tetris Theme.
NES Type A - A track based on Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy from the Nutcracker Ballet.

Games

Title	Region(s)	Platform(s)	Publisher(s)	Release date
Tetris	Japan	Famicom	BPS	1988-12-22December 22, 1988
Tetris	Japan	Game Boy	Nintendo	1989-06-14June 14, 1989
	North America			1989-08August 1989
	Europe			1990-09-28September 28, 1990
Tetris	North America	NES	Nintendo	1989-11November 1989
Tetris	Europe	NES	Nintendo	1990-02-23February 23, 1990
Tetris 2 + Bombliss	Japan	Famicom	BPS	1991-12-13December 13, 1991
Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss	Japan	Super Famicom	BPS	1992-12-18December 18, 1992
Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss	Japan	Super Famicom (Satellaview)	BPS	19951995
Tetris 2	Japan	Famicom	Nintendo	1993-09-21September 21, 1993
	North America	NES	Nintendo	1993-10October 1993
	North America	Game Boy	Nintendo	1993-12December 1993
	Japan			1994-06-14June 14, 1994
	Europe			1994-10-27October 27, 1994
	Japan	Super Famicom	BPS	1994-07-08July 8, 1994
	North America	SNES	Nintendo	1994-08August 1994
	Europe	SNES	Nintendo	19951995
Tetris Battle Gaiden	Japan	Super Famicom	BPS	1993-12-24December 24, 1993
Super Tetris 3	Japan	Super Famicom	BPS	1994-12-16December 16, 1994
Tetris & Dr. Mario	North America	SNES	Nintendo	1994-12December 1994
Tetris & Dr. Mario	Europe	SNES	Nintendo	1995-07-25July 25, 1995
Super Bombliss	Japan	Super Famicom	BPS	1995-03-17March 17, 1995
Tetris Blast	Japan	Game Boy	BPS	1995-03-17March 17, 1995
	North America		Nintendo	1996-01January 1996
	Europe			19961996
	Australia			19961996
V-Tetris	Japan	Virtual Boy	BPS	1995-08-25August 25, 1995
3D Tetris	North America	Virtual Boy	Nintendo	1996-03-22March 22, 1996
Tetris Attack	North America	SNES	Nintendo	1996-08August 1996
	North America	Game Boy		1996-08August 1996
	Europe	SNES		1996-11-28November 28, 1996
	Europe	Game Boy		1996-11-28November 28, 1996
Tetris Plus	Japan	Game Boy	Jaleco	1996-12-27December 27, 1996
	North America		Jaleco	1997-08August 1997
	Europe		Nintendo	19971997
Tetrisphere	North America	Nintendo 64	Nintendo	1997-08-11August 11, 1997
	Europe			1998-02February 1998
	Australia			19981998
Tetris DX	Japan	Game Boy Color	Nintendo	1998-10-21October 21, 1998
	North America			1998-11-18November 18, 1998
	Europe			1999-07-01July 1, 1999
Tetris 64	Japan	Nintendo 64	SETA	1998-11-13November 13, 1998
Magical Tetris Challenge	Japan	Nintendo 64	Capcom	1998-11-20November 20, 1998
	North America		Capcom	1999-01-14January 14, 1999
	Europe		Activision	1999-09September 1999
	Japan	Game Boy Color	Capcom	1999-11-21November 21, 1999
	North America		Capcom	2000-02February 2000
	Europe		Activision	2000-03-24March 24, 2000
The New Tetris	North America	Nintendo 64	Nintendo	1999-07-31July 31, 1999
The New Tetris	Europe	Nintendo 64	Nintendo	1999-10-15October 15, 1999
Tetris Worlds	North America	Game Boy Advance	THQ	2001-09-05September 5, 2001
	Europe		THQ	2001-12-07December 7, 2001
	Japan		Success	2002-04-26April 26, 2002
	North America	Nintendo GameCube	THQ	2002-06-23June 23, 2002
	Europe		THQ	2002-09-27September 27, 2002
	Japan		Success	2002-12-20December 20, 2002
Pokémon Shock Tetris	Japan	Pokémon Mini	The Pokémon Company	2002-03-21March 21, 2002
Pokémon Shock Tetris	Europe	Pokémon Mini	Nintendo	20022002
Minna no Soft Series: Tetris Advance	Japan	Game Boy Advance	Success	2003-11-28November 28, 2003
Tetris DS	North America	Nintendo DS	Nintendo	2006-03-20March 20, 2006
	Australia			2006-04-13April 13, 2006
	Europe			2006-04-21April 21, 2006
	Japan			2006-04-27April 27, 2006
	Korea			2007-07-07July 7, 2007
Tetris Party	Japan	Wii (WiiWare)	Tetris Online	2008-10-14October 14, 2008
	North America			2008-10-20October 20, 2008
	Europe			2008-10-24October 24, 2008
Tetris Party Deluxe	North America	Nintendo DS	Majesco	2010-05-25May 25, 2010
	North America	Wii	Majesco	2010-05-25May 25, 2010
	Japan	Nintendo DS	Hudson	2010-08-05August 5, 2010
	Japan	Wii	Hudson	2010-08-05August 5, 2010
	Europe	Nintendo DS	Nintendo	2010-09-03September 3, 2010
	Europe	Wii		2010-09-03September 3, 2010
	Australia	Wii		2010-10-14October 14, 2010
Tetris Party Live	North America	Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)	Tetris Online	2010-11-22November 22, 2010
Tetris Party Live	Europe	Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)	Tetris Online	2010-12-03December 3, 2010
Tetris Axis	North America	Nintendo 3DS	Nintendo	2011-10-02October 2, 2011
	Japan		Bandai Namco Games	2011-10-20October 20, 2011
	Europe		Tetris Online	2011-10-21October 21, 2011
	Australia		Tetris Online	2011-10-27October 27, 2011
Puyo Puyo Tetris	Japan	Nintendo 3DS	Sega	2014-02-06February 6, 2014
	Japan	Wii U		2014-02-06February 6, 2014
	Japan	Nintendo Switch		2017-03-03March 3, 2017
	North America	Nintendo Switch		2017-04-25April 25, 2017
	Europe	Nintendo Switch		2017-04-28April 28, 2017
	Australia	Nintendo Switch		2017-04-28April 28, 2017
	Korea	Nintendo Switch		2017-12-01December 1, 2017
	China	Nintendo Switch		2017-12-01December 1, 2017
Tetris Ultimate	Australia	Nintendo 3DS	Ubisoft	2014-11-06November 6, 2014
	North America			2014-11-11November 11, 2014
	Europe			2014-11-14November 14, 2014
Tetris 99	North America	Nintendo Switch (eShop)	Nintendo	2019-02-13February 13, 2019
	Japan			2019-02-14February 14, 2019
	Europe
	Australia

Cancelled games

Tetris Attack (64DD, 1999, would appears when the player plays The New Tetris with the add-on connected)
Tetris Wars (Cancelled)

Clones/Spin-offs

Many clones and spin-offs of the game were made either by Alexey himself or other compnies.

Nintendo Entertainment System

Hatris

Game Boy

Hatris
Wordtris
Pac-Attack

Super Nintendo Entertainment System

Wordtris
Pac-Attack

Reception

The game was phenomenally successful, and has spawned numerous variants on multiple consoles. Tournaments have even been established.

Trivia

In Nintendo's Tetris for the NES, a secret ending will feature Donkey Kong, Peach, Mario, Luigi, Pit, Bowser, Link, and Samus.
Nintendo Power V10 contained a 16-page strategy guide with helpful tips for playing Tetris.

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Brawl - In this Wii title, the music for games A and B were featured and would be played on the Luigi's Mansion stage.
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U - In the 3DS version, Type A appears without an associated stage. In the Wii U version, Type A returns to the Luigi's Mansion Stage, but Type B is moved to Wuhu Island.

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-'''''Tetris''''' is a puzzle video game released on a variety of consoles. It spawned a multitude of variations, ports, and clones. The original game was developed by game designer Alexey Pajitnov in 1984 while living in Moscow. The name Tetris is derived from the Russian word for "four".
+'''''Tetris''''' is a series of puzzle video games released on a variety of consoles. The original game was developed by game designer Alexey Pajitnov in 1984 while living in Moscow, and it spawned many variations, ports, and clones. The name Tetris is derived from the Russian word for "four". The ''Tetris'' brand is currently owned by Tetris Holding and licensed through The Tetris Company.
-The first console variant of the game was developed and published by [[BPS|Bullet Proof Software]] for the [[Famicom]] and released in Japan on December 22, 1988. [[Nintendo]]'s first ''Tetris'' title, which was [[Tetris (Game Boy)|''Tetris'' for the Game Boy]], was released worldwide a few months later and it has since been credited as the Game Boy's killer app.
+The first console variant of ''Tetris'' was developed and published by [[BPS|Bullet Proof Software]] for the [[Famicom]] and released in Japan on December 22, 1988. [[Nintendo]]'s first ''Tetris'' title, which was [[Tetris (Game Boy)|''Tetris'' for the Game Boy]], was released worldwide a few months later and it has since been credited as the Game Boy's killer app.
-When playing the game, tetriminos of different shapes and colors will fall from above and will drop to the bottom. The objective is to construct a horizontal line without any gaps, which will result in the line being cleared and the player earning points. As the game's level number increases, the blocks will fall faster and become harder to manipulate.
+When playing ''Tetris'' games, tetriminos of different shapes and colors will fall from above and will drop to the bottom. The objective is to construct a horizontal line without any gaps, which will result in the line being cleared. As the game's level number increases, the blocks will fall faster and become harder to manipulate.
-Interestingly, if one were to divide the block into four pieces, each of the sets would be identical. This is demonstrated in many of the game's variations where there are four separate blocks in each tetriminos.
 ==Gameplay==
-The gameplay of ''Tetris'' involves seven differently shaped and colored blocks that fall from the top of the board. As they fall, you are asked not to leave any gaps so that you are able to clear the lines. You're able to clear a line once one, horizontal line is filled with blocks, which will cause it to disappear. The primary objective is to not allow the blocks to raise above the board (classified as "topping out"), which will result in a game over.
+The gameplay of ''Tetris'' games involves seven differently shaped and colored blocks that fall from the top of the board. As they fall, the player can create lines which will result in the line disappearing. The primary objective in ''Tetris'' games is to not allow the blocks to raise above the board (classified as "topping out"), which will result in a game over.
-The blocks included in the game include I, J, L, O, S, T, and Z. The only block that is capable of ridding of four full lines is the I block, though in the original title only I, J, and L could deplete three (though this has been altered in recent games where you're capable of turning the blocks in such a fashion where they'll fit into an empty place to clear the three lines). The colors of the blocks change with each new variation.
+The blocks included in the game include I, J, L, O, S, T, and Z. The only block that is capable of clearing four lines is the I block. The J and L blocks can clear three lines, and in some games players can turn the blocks in a way that will fit it into a tight space. The colors of the blocks change with each new variation.
-When the blocks are falling, you're allowed to turn it so that it can fit in a particular place. However, while you do this the block itself will continue to fall down. In some versions of the game, you're allowed to keep spinning the block even if it happens to be touching another block, though this will usually only last for a short time if playing in multiplayer mode (for example, in ''[[Tetris DS]]'' you'll only be allowed to do this for a few spins until it connects). Some critics have said that it breaks the game, seeing as when you're playing on the hardest level you can continue to spin the block until you find the perfect place for it.
+When the blocks are falling, players are allowed to turn it so that it can fit in a particular place. However, while players do this the block itself will continue to fall down. In some versions of the game, players are allowed to keep spinning the block even if it happens to be touching another block, though this will usually only last for a short time if playing in multiplayer mode (for example, in ''[[Tetris DS]]'' players only be allowed to do this for a few spins until it connects). Some critics have said that it breaks the game, seeing as when players play on the hardest level they can continue to spin the block until they find the perfect place for it.
-To make a block fall faster, you're allowed to press down on the d-pad, though to make it immediately connect with a piece below, you just have to press up on it. In some games, a ghost of the block will be shown below to show the player where it's falling, though this option can usually be turned off for the more advanced players who wish for a greater challenge.
+To make a block fall faster, players can press down on the d-pad, though to make it immediately connect with a piece below, players just have to press up on it. In some games, a ghost of the block will be shown below to show the player where it's falling, though this option can usually be turned off for the more advanced players who wish for a greater challenge.
-The main goal of the game is to get a high score. There is no way to beat ''Tetris'', as in the end you'll ultimately lose. The more lines cleared, the higher the score you'll get. Getting a Tetris (clearing four lines) will earn you the most points, though performing special moves such as T-Spins will also give you a hefty amount of points as well. The scoring system changes slightly with each new game released.
+The main goal of most ''Tetris'' games is to get a high score. This can be done by continuously clearing lines. Getting a Tetris (clearing four lines) will give players the most points, though performing special moves such as T-Spins in some games can also give players more points. The scoring system changes slightly with each new game released.
 ===The Blocks===
-The blocks have become popular among most gamers. The L block itself managed to win Gamefaq's 2007 character battle. Each of the seven blocks are present in every ''Tetris'' game, though the colors of them change slightly. The tactics of each block usually remain with each new game, with new twists (such as the T-Spin) being added in later games.
+Each of the seven blocks are present in every ''Tetris'' game, and their designs vary depending on which game they appear in. The tactics of each block usually remain with each new game, with new twists (such as the T-Spin) being added in some games. The L block has managed to win GameFAQ's 2007 character battle.
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-|colspan=6|The I block is unarguably the most helpful of the seven blocks. The I block is the only block that is capable of getting rid of four lines, resulting in a Tetris. In ''Tetris DS''' multiplayer mode, the Starman would give you an unlimited amount of I blocks for a short time.
+|colspan=6|The I block is the only block that is capable of getting rid of four lines, resulting in a Tetris. In ''Tetris DS''' multiplayer mode, the Starman would give the player an unlimited amount of I blocks for a short time.
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-| colspan="6" |The J block is often times refered to as the reverse L block, though in the original game's manual it was called simply the J piece. It is among the three blocks that were capable of making three lines disappear
+| colspan="6" |The J block is among the three blocks that is capable of making three lines disappear.
 |-
 |<center>Original</center>||<center>Microsoft</center>||<center>Sega</center>||<center>''New Tetris''</center>||<center>''Tetris Worlds''<br />''Tetris DS''</center>||<center>Atari</center>||<center>''Soviet Mind Game''</center>
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-|colspan=6|The L piece is among the three pieces that can destroy three lines in the original game, though as mentioned before this would change in future variations where most of them could actually do so. It won the Gamefaqs' 2007 character battle, surprisingly.
+|colspan=6|The L piece is among the three pieces that can destroy three lines in the original game, though this would change in future variations where most of them could actually do so. It won the GameFAQs' 2007 character battle.
 |-
 |<center>Original</center>||<center>Microsoft</center>||<center>Sega</center>||<center>''New Tetris''</center>||<center>''Tetris Worlds''<br />''Tetris DS''</center>||<center>Atari</center>||<center>''Soviet Mind Game''</center>
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-|colspan=6|The O piece is a perfect square. It's perfect for getting rid of two lines though can also prove to be a hassel when there are no flat places to put the piece, often requiring to to make an unfortunate gap.
+|colspan=6|The O piece is a perfect square. It can get rid of two lines.
 |-
 |<center>Original</center>||<center>Microsoft</center>||<center>Sega</center>||<center>''New Tetris''</center>||<center>''Tetris Worlds''<br />''Tetris DS''</center>||<center>Atari</center>||<center>''Soviet Mind Game''</center>
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-|colspan=6|The T Block can be very helpful - it can fit in almost every space that the S and Z blocks can fit into and you'll almost never have a problem with it. Notably it is the only block in which the color of it has been different from each other in the major variations.
+|colspan=6|The T Block can fit in almost every space that the S and Z blocks can fit into. It is the only block in which the color of it has been different from each other in the major variations.
 |-
 |<center>Original</center>||<center>Microsoft</center>||<center>Sega</center>||<center>''New Tetris''</center>||<center>''Tetris Worlds''<br />''Tetris DS''</center>||<center>Atari</center>||<center>''Soviet Mind Game''</center>
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 ==Music==
-All music tracks are based on popular Russian songs.
+All music tracks are based on Russian songs.
 *Game Boy Type A - The most recognizable track, widely known as the Tetris Theme.
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 ==Trivia==
-*In the NES version, a secret ending will feature [[Donkey Kong (character)|Donkey Kong]], [[Princess Peach|Peach]], [[Mario]], [[Luigi]], [[Pit]], [[Bowser]], [[Link]], and [[Samus]].
+*In Nintendo's ''Tetris'' for the NES, a secret ending will feature [[Donkey Kong (character)|Donkey Kong]], [[Princess Peach|Peach]], [[Mario]], [[Luigi]], [[Pit]], [[Bowser]], [[Link]], and [[Samus]].
 *''[[Nintendo Power V10]]'' contained a 16-page [[An Adventure in Tetris World|strategy guide]] with helpful tips for playing ''Tetris''.
 ==Other appearances==
 *''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' - In this [[Wii]] title, the music for games A and B were featured and would be played on the [[Luigi's Mansion (Super Smash Bros. Brawl)|Luigi's Mansion stage]].
-*[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]]  - In the ''3DS'' version, Type A appears without an associated stage. In the Wii U version, Type A returns to the Luigi's Mansion Stage but Type B is moved to [[Wuhu Island (Super Smash Bros.)|Wuhu Island]].
+*[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U'']] - In the ''3DS'' version, Type A appears without an associated stage. In the Wii U version, Type A returns to the Luigi's Mansion Stage, but Type B is moved to [[Wuhu Island (Super Smash Bros.)|Wuhu Island]].
 ==See also==
 *[[Tetris (series)|''Tetris'' (series)]]
 *[[Tetris (Game Boy)|''Tetris'' (Game Boy)]]
-[[Category:Major Nintendo games]]
+[[Category:Video game series]]
-[[Category:Game Boy games]]
-[[Category:Nintendo Entertainment System games]]