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Most video games available for purchase are intended to be completed, with titles like Grand Theft Auto and Call of Duty featuring a conclusion that signals the end of the gaming experience for players.
The classic 1988 video game Tetris for the original Nintendo defied the common trend, as no gamer worldwide managed to beat it—until now.
Last month, Willis Gibson from Oklahoma made gaming history while streaming the classic game.
While many 13-year-olds typically engage in playing popular titles like FIFA, NBA, or NFL, Gibson has a distinct fondness for the classic game of Tetris.
His dedication pays off, considering he excels at playing Tetris and showcases impressive skills.
During his online streaming of the game last month, the teenager accomplished a ‘True Killerscreen’ in a mere 38 minutes. The blocks fell at such a rapid pace that it resulted in the game crashing.
Remarkably, achieving a ‘True Killerscreen’ was previously a feat accomplished only by AI, making Gibson’s achievement even more exceptional.
The teen is pretty good at Tetris. Credit: YouTube/aGameScout
For decades, dating back to the release of Tetris over 30 years ago, gamers held the belief that level 30 spelled doom for their screens, a notion that gained traction after Thor Aackerlund demonstrated the ‘hypertapping’ technique in 2010.
Yet, Gibson has shattered that record by reaching level 157 and witnessing the game implode.
He initiated his Tetris journey at the age of 11, dedicating himself to practice for three to five hours each day.
Subsequently, Gibson has ventured into competitive gaming tournaments for Tetris, securing a third-place finish in one held in October.
The 13-year-old has become the first person to beat Tetris. Credit: YouTube/aGameScout
In an interview with StillWater News Press, Gibson expressed, “My initial goal for the tournament was to secure a spot within the top 16, but I exceeded my expectations.”
Encountering everyone I had connected with online was truly enjoyable. My predominant feeling was excitement about being present, and I didn’t experience much nervousness.
When discussing his proficiency in Tetris, Gibson elaborated, saying, “I utilize the small D-pad on the controller, pressing it down to navigate left or right.”
Rather than individually tapping each piece, the technique involves lightly hovering your finger over the button to avoid unintentional left or right inputs. Then, you smoothly roll your fingers on the back of the controller, with each finger generating a specific input.
In the same interview, the teen said he has no plans to stop playing Tetris anytime soon – and who would blame him, he has just beaten the game after all!
