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Tetris

1988 1 Players 91% Not Rated

The version of Tetris that was released in Japan for the Famicom is considerably different from the version of Tetris that was released for the NES around the rest of the world. Developed by Henk Roger's company Bullet Proof Software, it retains the unusual control scheme which makes it one of the least enjoyed conversions of Tetris for the hardware (including the unlicensed Tengen version). In addition to the controls, this version of Tetris is also unique for having "lives" that the player must run out of before the game comes to an end. The player is required to complete 25 lines before advancing to the next level.

Release date
December 22, 1988
Developer
Bullet-Proof Software
Publisher
Bullet-Proof Software
Players
1

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Tetris

The version of Tetris that was released in Japan for the Famicom is considerably different from the version of Tetris that was released for the NES around the rest of the world. Developed by Henk Roger's company Bullet Proof Software, it retains the unusual control scheme which makes it one of the least enjoyed conversions of Tetris for the hardware (including the unlicensed Tengen version). In addition to the controls, this version of Tetris is also unique for having "lives" that the player must run out of before the game comes to an end. The player is required to complete 25 lines before advancing to the next level.

Genres

PuzzleStrategy

Modes

Single Player

Studios and credits

Developer
Bullet-Proof Software
Publisher
Bullet-Proof Software

Regional releases

Release date

WorldwideDecember 22, 1988 · Not Rated

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