Video game history falls into place in Tetris Forever

A screenshot from the video game Tetris Forever. Image: Digital Eclipse

For such a simple game, Tetris has a wild history. Developed in the mid-1980s by Alexey Pajitnov in the Soviet Union, Tetris’ global expansion involved a complex web of software copyright, clandestine meetings, handshake deals, and someone stretching a tourist visa to the very limits. It’s a story that inspired a feature film — but it might be best explored in Tetris Forever, the latest retro game collection from Digital Eclipse.

The studio has made a name for itself with its interactive documentary format. The idea is that, instead of just presenting a bunch of games and suppleme...

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