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Tetris Forever: A Time-Traveling Celebration of the Iconic Puzzle Game!

Get ready to dust off your Tetris skills! The legendary puzzle game is back with a bang in Tetris Forever, a brand new love letter to its global fanbase and incredible history. Developed by acclaimed retro gaming studio Digital Eclipse in partnership with The Tetris Company, Tetris Forever is more than just a game – it's a journey through time.

Like the amazing Atari 50 collection (also by Digital Eclipse), this is a collection of documentary clips, high resolution photographed artefacts, and games.

It looks to be the perfect appreciation of a gaming classic. Take a look:

Available now on PC and consoles, Tetris Forever is a unique experience that blends the classic gameplay we all know and love with fascinating historical insights. Here's what you can expect:

• Interactive Timelines: Take a deep dive into the history of Tetris across five interactive timelines. Each timeline features playable games from different eras, video featurettes, and digital artifacts, allowing you to truly experience how Tetris evolved.

• The Birth of a Legend: Experience the very first version of Tetris, meticulously recreated by Digital Eclipse based on Alexey Pajitnov's original creation for the Soviet "Electronika 60" computer.

• Exclusive Interviews: Get the inside scoop! Over 90 minutes of new interviews produced by Area 5 tell the captivating true story of Tetris, featuring key figures like Tetris creator Alexey Pajitnov and The Tetris Company CEO Maya Rogers.

• Multiplayer Mayhem: Rekindle old rivalries or create new ones with exciting multiplayer modes, including the cult classic Tetris Battle Gaiden.

• Tetris Time Warp: This all-new feature from Digital Eclipse throws you into a time-traveling battle royale! Up to four players compete through different Tetris eras, switching between gameplay styles to become the ultimate time-traveling Tetris master.

Tetris Forever isn't just a nostalgic trip – it's a celebration of the game's future. With all these features, you'll find:

• The Original Game: Play the very first version of Tetris that started it all.

• 15+ Playable Games: Explore different iterations of Tetris throughout history.

• A Brand New Challenge: Master the unique mechanics of Tetris Time Warp.

Ready to join the celebration? Tetris Forever is available now on PC via Steam and GOG, and on all major consoles – Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/PlayStation 5, and Xbox One/Xbox Series X|S.

For more information, visit the Digital Eclipse website or sign up for their newsletter.

Tetris Forever is the ultimate tribute to this iconic game, offering a journey through time and a glimpse into its future. Get ready to stack, clear, and repeat for hours on end - and watch out for that addictive theme tune…

If you’re a fan of Tetris, don’t forget to check out the Tetris: The Movie, on Apple TV.

Old School Rally gets Fall 2024 update

This is just a quick one - the barnstorming trailer for Old School Rally’s latest update for Fall 2024. Old School Rally is the Sega Rally-like game for PC that you can get on Steam.