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13-Year-Old Makes History by Beating Tetris: The Unbeatable Game

Achievement - Gaming - Tetris - Video Games - Willis Gibson

A 13-year-old gamer from Oklahoma shocks the world by becoming the first human to conquer the classic Nintendo game Tetris, reaching a level previously thought unattainable. Find out how Willis Gibson achieved this milestone and why it's a game-changer in the gaming world!

A 13-year-old gamer from Oklahoma has made history by becoming the first human to beat the iconic video game Tetris. Willis Gibson achieved the seemingly impossible task of reaching the 'kill screen' of Tetris on the Nintendo Entertainment System, a level only previously attained by bots and AI. This mind-boggling feat not only showcases Gibson's exceptional gaming skills but also sheds light on the extreme limits of human performance and the potential to push beyond them.

Gibson's accomplishment in conquering Tetris has sparked awe and admiration, as he managed to freeze the game with a perfect score of 999999, a milestone never before reached by a human player since the game's release in 1989. The news of this teenage prodigy's triumph has reverberated worldwide, highlighting the enduring appeal and challenge of classic video games like Tetris. Gibson's victory serves as a testament to the dedication and skill required to achieve such a remarkable feat in the gaming world.

As Tetris enthusiasts marvel at Gibson's unparalleled success, the gaming community is abuzz with excitement and admiration for the 13-year-old's groundbreaking achievement. This monumental moment in gaming history not only showcases the persistence and talent of young gamers but also demonstrates the endless possibilities that exist within the realm of video games. Willis Gibson's victory has cemented his legacy as the first human to conquer the 'unbeatable' Tetris, inspiring players around the world to push the boundaries of what is considered achievable in the gaming universe.

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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 – 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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13-year-old may be 1st person to 'beat' Tetris — here's how that's ... (Globalnews.ca)

A teenage boy from Oklahoma claims to be the first human in history to reach the kill screen of classic game Tetris on the Nintendo Entertainment System.

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Un adolescent américain devient le premier joueur à battre Tetris (La Presse)

Après avoir obsédé des générations de joueurs pendant 40 ans, le jeu vidéo Tetris a finalement été battu par un adolescent américain, un exploit jusqu'ici ...

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Un ado bat un record important à Tetris | CFLO (CFLO)

Un joueur pro de 13 ans a réussi à jouer à Tetris jusqu'à ce que le jeu plante. Un exploit jamais réalisé par un humain depuis la sortie du jeu en 1989.

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13-year-old gamer becomes the first to beat the 'unbeatable' Tetris ... (CityNews)

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson, who has become the first player to officially “beat” ...

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Oklahoma teenager finally defeats the unbeatable game: Tetris (CTV News)

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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Un jeune américain de 13 ans est le premier à battre le jeu vidéo ... (Le Nouvelliste)

Le jeu vidéo Tetris, caractérisé par des blocs qui tombent, a trouvé son égal chez Willis Gibson, un Américain de 13 ans, qui est devenu le premier joueur à ...

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Un adolescent américain vient à bout du jeu vidéo « Tetris » pour la ... (Le Monde)

Willis Gibson est devenu le premier humain à battre ce jeu de puzzle hautement addictif, qui n'a pas vraiment de fin : lorsque la machine n'arrive plus à ...

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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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Un adolescent américain devient le premier à battre Tetris au NES (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

Près de 35 ans après son lancement, le jeu vidéo Tetris de la console Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) a finalement été vaincu… par Willis « Blue Scuti ...

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Un jeune américain de 13 ans est le premier à battre le jeu vidéo ... (Le Droit)

Le jeu vidéo Tetris, caractérisé par des blocs qui tombent, a trouvé son égal chez Willis Gibson, un Américain de 13 ans, qui est devenu le premier joueur à ...

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Un jeune de 13 ans est le premier à battre le jeu vidéo Tetris (Noovo Info)

Le jeu vidéo Tetris, caractérisé par des blocs qui tombent, a trouvé son égal chez Willis Gibson, un Américain de 13 ans, qui est devenu le premier joueur à ...

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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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13-year-old gamer becomes the first to beat the 'unbeatable' Tetris ... (CityNews Toronto)

The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson, who has become the first player to officially “beat” the original Nintendo ...

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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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13-year-old beats - and breaks - previously 'unbeatable' Tetris game (Vernon Morning Star)

'I can't feel my fingers': Willis Gibson first to ever to trigger a kill screen on iconic video game.

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13-year-old gamer becomes the first to beat the 'unbeatable' Tetris ... (CityNews Montreal)

The falling-block video game Tetris has met its match in 13-year-old Willis Gibson, who has become the first player to officially “beat” the original Nintendo ...

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Teen's Tetris victory will help Tetris Canada grow: founder (Tbnewswatch.com)

Sean Brady, who lives in Thunder Bay, said he was amazed watching Gibson, a 13-year-old from Oklahoma, beat Tetris on the original Nintendo. Gibson made it to ...

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

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