How to Play
Tetris is a puzzle game where you stack falling pieces (called "tetrominoes") to form complete horizontal lines. When a line is filled, it clears and you earn points. The game ends when pieces stack all the way to the top.
Desktop Controls
Rotation
Numpad1/5/9 or X or ↑ — Rotate Clockwise
Numpad7/3 or Ctrl or Z — Rotate Counter-Clockwise
Movement
Numpad4 or ← — Move Left
Numpad6 or → — Move Right
Numpad2 or ↓ — Soft Drop (accelerate)
Numpad8 or Space or Left Click — Hard Drop (instant)
Special
Numpad0 or C or Shift — Hold Piece (save for later)
Esc — Pause/Resume Game
Mobile / Touch Controls
Swipe Controls
Swipe Left/Right — Move Piece
Swipe Down — Soft Drop
Tap Right — Rotate Clockwise
Tap Left — Rotate Counter-Clockwise
Tap Hold Canvas — Hold Piece
Pro Tips
- Use the numpad for faster rotation — it's more ergonomic for some players
- Hold pieces when you see a good setup for a big combo
- Keep your stack low and centered to maximize future moves
- Clear lines as they form — don't let them stack up