What is Tetris?
play.tetris.com is the official place to play Tetris online from The Tetris Company, the brand behind the game Alexey Pajitnov designed in 1985. It runs straight in your browser with no download.
The rules are the ones everyone knows. Tetriminos fall from the top of the well, you move and rotate them to complete horizontal lines, and full lines disappear for points. The game speeds up as you level up, and it ends when the stack reaches the top.
Main Features
- Official Tetris gameplay in the browser
- Keyboard controls to move, rotate, soft drop and hard drop
- Hold piece and next piece preview
- Levels that get faster as you clear lines
- Score tracking for chasing personal bests
- Works on desktop and mobile browsers
How to Get Started with Tetris
- Open play.tetris.com in your browser.
- Press Play Now to start a game.
- Use the arrow keys to move and rotate pieces, and the space bar to drop them.
- Clear several lines at once for bigger scores.
Tetris Pricing
Tetris on play.tetris.com is free to play and supported by ads. No account is needed.
Who Should Use It?
- Anyone who wants a quick round of a classic
- Puzzle fans practising speed and stacking
- Retro gamers who grew up with Tetris
- People looking for a safe, official version online
Tetris Alternatives
- Retro Games: classic arcade games in your browser
- RetroGames: play old console games online
- Lichess: free online chess
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetris free?
Yes. The official browser version at play.tetris.com is free to play, with ads.
Is play.tetris.com the official Tetris?
Yes. The site is run under licence from The Tetris Company, which owns the Tetris brand.
What are the controls in Tetris?
On a computer you use the arrow keys to move and rotate, the down arrow for a soft drop and the space bar for a hard drop.