Released by Spectrum HoloByte for DOS in 1992, Tetris Classic brings the iconic puzzle game to PC with upgraded VGA graphics, its signature Russian-themed aesthetic, and support for local multiplayer. Players must arrange falling tetrominoes to clear continuous horizontal lines, managing increasing speeds to prevent the blocks from stacking to the top of the screen.
How to play
The objective is to survive as long as possible by clearing lines to rack up a high score. The game is played using the keyboard arrow keys to move the falling blocks left or right, the Up arrow or Numpad keys to rotate them, and the Down arrow or Spacebar to drop them quickly into place.
Tips
- Keep the stack as flat as possible. Avoid creating deep, narrow gaps that can only be filled by the straight “I” piece.
- Build your stack while leaving a single open column on one side, allowing you to score a “Tetris” by clearing four lines at once for maximum points.
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