Tetris 1989
Why it still holds upIts single simple rule is why it still plays well: it is easy to understand, and it gets harder as the speed rises.
1980s puzzle games that still hold up
The moments that stop you until you work it out
Games
Tetris 1989
Why it still holds upIts single simple rule is why it still plays well: it is easy to understand, and it gets harder as the speed rises.
Shanghai 1986
Why it still holds upMatching tiles one pair at a time is a puzzle that still fits a few minutes today.
King's Valley 1985
Why it still holds upMummies that follow patterns you can learn still make each room a route to plan today.
Adventures of Lolo 1989
Why it still holds upPuzzle rooms that reward careful thinking are as satisfying now as ever.
Blockout 1989
Why it still holds upTurning blocks in three dimensions is a puzzle that is still worth a try.
Tetris 1985
Why it still holds upPieces that keep falling faster, with only lines to save you, still make every game a race against the stack today.
Boulder Dash 1984
Why it still holds upEvery move loosens rocks and frees creatures, so a cave still changes while you work it out.