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Tetris, the iconic puzzle game, was created by Soviet software engineer Alexey Pajitnov in 1984. While working at the Soviet Academy of Sciences, Pajitnov was inspired by a childhood puzzle game and began experimenting with creating a digital version. The game involved dropping differently shaped pieces (tetrominoes) onto a playing field, attempting to create complete lines.
Despite its simplicity, Tetris quickly became a sensation in the Soviet Union. However, due to the Cold War, it was difficult to introduce the game to the Western world. In 1988, Henk Rogers, a Dutch game designer, discovered Tetris at a trade show in Las Vegas and recognized its potential.
Rogers traveled to Moscow to secure the rights to Tetris, but negotiations were complex due to the political climate and licensing restrictions. After a series of challenges and legal battles, Rogers eventually obtained the rights and brought Tetris to the West. The game's release for the Nintendo Game Boy in 1989 was a major breakthrough, solidifying its status as a global phenomenon.
The story of Tetris is a fascinating tale of innovation, perseverance, and the power of a simple idea. It's a testament to the creativity of its creator, Alexey Pajitnov, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Henk Rogers, who helped bring the game to a worldwide audience.
There was made a movie inspired by the true story of how one man risked his life to outsmart the KGB and turn Tetris into a worldwide sensation.
Tetris is directed by Jon S. Baird and written by Noah Pink. The film’s Executive Producer is Iain MacKenzie. Producers include Matthew Vaughn, Gillian Berrie, Claudia Vaughn, Len Blavatnik, and Gregor Cameron. you can watch the preview on the link below:
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