Tetris Forever: A Fun Game History Trip

Tetris Forever: A Fun Game History Trip

Tetris, a seemingly simple game, boasts a surprisingly wild history. Developed in the Soviet Union, its global journey involved copyright battles, secret meetings, and even visa stretching. This story, also the subject of a recent film, is best explored through Tetris Forever, a new retro game collection from Digital Eclipse.

A Unique Interactive Documentary

Digital Eclipse is known for its interactive documentaries. Instead of just presenting games and information, Tetris Forever places everything on a chronological timeline. This approach adds context, highlighting each game’s significance before you even play.

Exploring Tetris’ History

Tetris Forever uses videos, photos, and scans to tell the story. It starts with Alexey Pajitnov’s early life and the creation of Tetris. You can even play the earliest version, using ASCII symbols on an Electronika 60 computer. The narrative expands to include Henk Rogers, crucial in bringing Tetris to the world, and Tetsuya Mizuguchi, who explains its cultural impact.

A Great Collection of Games

Tetris Forever features 18 games, including rare releases. While the original Game Boy version is missing, numerous variants showcase the evolution of Tetris. Highlights include Magicaliss, a metal-themed puzzle variant, and a new game, Tetris Time Warp, which cleverly blends classic and modern gameplay.

A Must-Have for Tetris Fans

Finding a good modern Tetris experience can be difficult. Tetris Forever solves this, offering both a fantastic collection and an engaging look into video game history. It’s a worthwhile purchase for fans and history buffs alike.

Tetris Forever launches November 12th on PC, Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.