Tetris

Tetris ends with the story of how the once-confiscated and disputed rights to the game finally found their way into the hands of the creators and the modern company that manages it today. In the film’s climax, after years of legal battles, bribery, and espionage, Henk Rogers manages to secure a legitimate deal with the Soviet organization Elorg, which was in charge of selling the game’s rights internationally. This deal, made in 1989, marked a turning point—although it was not perfect, it finally gave the game a recognized ownership outside the USSR. However, the true originator of the game, Alexey Pajitnov, never received any profit from the sales due to the USSR’s strict property laws and the corruption involving officials like Valentin Trifonov.

The film shows how Henk and Pajitnov, despite the political chaos and espionage surrounding them, eventually reunite years later in America. In 1996, they establish The Tetris Company, restoring the rights to the game and ensuring its ongoing success. The film’s climax underscores the resilience of the game’s creators against government corruption and corporate greed, highlighting that even amidst Cold War tensions, the passion and ingenuity behind Tetris ultimately prevailed. It ends with a nod to the game’s lasting legacy, as real photographs of Pajitnov and Rogers show them still working together, symbolizing the victory of innovation and friendship over political and financial turmoil. The story is a tribute to how a simple yet addictive game became a global phenomenon through perseverance and belief in its value.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:59