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Tetris for Beginners: How to Get Started

Updated: Mar 20

Tetris is a classic puzzle game that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for decades. In recent years, the game has seen a resurgence in popularity thanks to multiplayer games like Tetris 99.


Tetris 99
Tetris 99

Master the basic controls

The basic controls in Tetris are:

  • Move the blocks: Use the left and right arrow keys to move the blocks left and right, and the up and down arrow keys to control their descent speed.

  • Rotate the blocks: Use the Z and X keys to rotate the blocks.

  • Hard drop: Press the spacebar to make a block fall quickly to the bottom.

Get familiar with DAS and ARR

DAS (Delayed Auto Shift) and ARR (Auto Repeat Rate) are two important concepts in Tetris:

  • DAS: When you hold down the left or right arrow key, the block will automatically move left or right until it reaches the edge.

  • ARR: When you hold down a rotation key, the block will automatically rotate until it stops.

Familiarizing yourself with DAS and ARR can help you control the blocks more effectively and increase your line clearing speed.


Practice T-Spins

A T-Spin is a very effective way to clear lines in Tetris. A T-Spin can clear two lines and send four lines of garbage to your opponent.

Practicing T-Spins can help you improve your line clearing efficiency and gain an advantage in competition.




Watch and learn

In addition to learning the basics, watching and learning from experienced players is another great way to improve your Tetris skills.

You can watch videos of high-level Tetris competitions to learn their techniques and strategies.

You can also participate in online competition to gain experience in a real-world setting.


Tetris is a simple and easy-to-learn game, but it can be difficult to master. By mastering some basic techniques, you can quickly get started and improve your skills.

With continued practice and experience, you can become a Tetris master yourself.

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