Is Tetris Unbeatable? The Thrilling Evolution of Techniques
The evolving techniques in Tetris, from vibrating the controller to surpassing level 29, leading to the game crashing at level 157.
Tetris, a classic video game known for its addictive gameplay, has long been deemed unbeatable due to its unforgiving speed and mechanics.
The game, originally designed to reach its maximum falling speed at level 29, presented an insurmountable challenge for players.
The reason for this is the programming known as Delayed Auto Shift (DAS).
DAS made it nearly impossible for players to move the blocks fast enough to avoid mistakes as they reached the highest levels of the game.
Thor Aekerland's Breakthrough
In the gaming community, Thor Aekerland became a notorious figure when he achieved an unprecedented feat in 2011.
Aekerland shattered the supposedly impenetrable barrier of level 29 by employing an unconventional method.
He discovered that by vibrating his fingers on the D-pad, he could bypass the limitations imposed by DAS and continue progressing through the levels.
The Evolution of Techniques
Following Aekerland's breakthrough, the gaming community began to experiment and innovate, seeking to push Tetris beyond its perceived limits.
In 2020, a player named Cheez introduced a technique known as 'hypertapping', which allowed for even faster movement of the blocks, creating new possibilities for reaching higher levels in the game.
