Tetris is one of the most popular puzzle games ever created, a simple premise that was executed in the most addictive way possible, and resulted in many puzzle game fans starting a gaming addiction that lasts a lifetime.
But where did that block dropping game with the Russian theme begin, and how is it that a thirty year old game is still so darn addictive? What does piracy and PTSD have to do with Tetris, and can the game actually be beat in marathon mode?
These pressing Tetris related questions and more are answered in the Gamma Squad article Ten Fascinating Facts About Tetris On Its Thirtieth Anniversary.