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Meet the 13-Year-Old Tetris Prodigy Who Broke the Game

Tetris - Video Games - Willis Gibson

Find out how a US teenager achieved the 'impossible' in Tetris and what lessons this victory holds for human performance!

A 13-year-old gamer from Oklahoma, Willis Gibson, has achieved the unimaginable in the world of video games by becoming the first human to beat the classic game Tetris. Previously thought to be an unbeatable game that only bots and AI could conquer, Gibson reached an impressive score of 999999, causing the game to freeze at its 'kill screen.' His accomplishment showcases the extreme limits of human performance and hints at how these limits can be pushed further. Gibson, also known as Blue Scuti online, shared his remarkable feat on YouTube, sparking awe and admiration in the gaming community. Sky News even suggested he 'go outside,' but the young gamer's achievement remains a testament to his dedication and skill.

Aside from Gibson's historic win, Tetris remains an iconic game nearly 40 years after its release. Its enduring popularity and challenging gameplay have captivated generations of players worldwide. The game's simple yet addictive mechanics continue to entertain and challenge gamers of all ages. On the flip side, the incident also shed light on the prevailing attitude towards gaming achievements, with some commentators downplaying Gibson's remarkable feat. Despite this, his victory stands as a testament to the human spirit of perseverance and determination in the face of challenges.

In a world where technology reigns supreme, Gibson's analog victory serves as a reminder of the joy and excitement that classic games like Tetris can bring. The story of a 13-year-old defying the odds and making gaming history is a refreshing break from the digital age's fast-paced advancements. As Tetris remains a symbol of gaming excellence, Gibson's name will forever be etched in the annals of video game lore, inspiring future generations of gamers to push the boundaries of what is considered possible in the gaming world.

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A 13-year-old in Oklahoma may have just become the 1st person to ... (NPR)

In certain video games, usually the game beats the player and not the other way around. But last month, 13-year-old Willis Gibson of Oklahoma became the ...

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Tetris: How a US teenager achieved the 'impossible' and what his ... (BBC News)

A mind-boggling achievement in a classic video game reveals wider lessons about the extreme limits of human performance โ€“ and how we can extend them.

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Oklahoma 13-year-old believed to be first person ever to beat Tetris (The Guardian)

Previously only bots and AI had got game to its 'kill screen' but Willis Gibson managed to get game to freeze with score 999999.

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Gamer, 13, becomes first to beat the 'unbeatable' Tetris โ€“ by breaking it (The Sydney Morning Herald)

San Francisco: The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson, who has become the first player to officially โ€œbeatโ€ the ...

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US teen claims to be first to beat Tetris video game (9News)

Willis Gibson is believed to be the first human gamer to reach level 157 of the classic video game nearly 40 years after its release.

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Who just became the first person known to beat Tetris? (GovTech)

Willis Gibson, known as Blue Scuti online, posted a YouTube video of his feat. He got the game to freeze with an impressive score of 999999, at which point he ...

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Thirteen-year-old becomes first player to beat Tetris (Reuters)

A 13-year-old American is the first person to ever beat Tetris, forcing the more than three-decade-old classic Nintendo video game into a "kill screen."

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US teenager becomes first human to beat Tetris with game-ending ... (FRANCE 24)

A US teenager has beaten classic computer game Tetris, forcing it into a game-ending glitch in a feat previously achieved only by artificial intelligence.

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Tetris: Sky News presenter tells teenager to "go outside" (BBC News)

Sky's Jayne Secker caused upset when she said 13-year-old Willis Gibson should "get some fresh air".

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American Teenager Becomes First Human to Beat Video Game Tetris (VOA Learning English)

A 13-year-old American has become the first person to beat the popular video game Tetris. Willis Gibson reached the end of the game by forcing it to stop ...

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Boy, 13, is believed to be the first to 'beat' Tetris (The Seattle Times)

He is the first person to advance so far in the original Nintendo version of the game that the game froze, achieving a feat previously credited only to AI.

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Sky News presenter tells teenage Tetris champ to 'go outside' (ReadWrite)

A Sky News presenter has appeared to sneer at the accomplishment of a 13-year-old Tetris record breaker, Willis Gibson.

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13-year-old beats unbeatable Tetris game, triggers famed 'kill ... (KTVL)

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