Tetris proves that the video game adaptation curse is dead and, in the process, provides an entertaining film about the video game’s place in history.
Apple TV+'s Tetris critical success further proves that the "video game adaptation curse" is dead. Coming off the heels of the massive hit series The Last of Us, Tetris truly helps end the tired phrase with a punch. Starring Blackbird and Rocketman actor Taron Egerton, Tetris follows the exciting true story of Henk Rogers, who helped popularize Tetris with his collaboration with Nintendo in the late 1980s.
SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The "video game adaptation curse" has largely been attributed to flops, such as Super Mario Bros and Mortal Kombat . However, in recent years, there has been a rise in compelling video game adaptations, such as the League of Legends adaptation of Arcane and Detective Pikachu.
Why The Tetris Movie Truly Ends The Video Game Adaptation Curse In recent years, there has been a rise in biographical films, such as Spencer and Bohemian Rhapsody. While these recent biopics typically follow huge celebrity figures, Tetris follows a less-known historical figure who had a significant impact on the cultural legacy of Tetris. With video game stigma fading with each passing year, Tetris picked a good time to revisit the public's interest in video games.
Those familiar with Nintendo's history will recognize Tetris' place in Nintendo's fame, but many people aren't acquainted with Tetris beyond its gameplay. Adding to the public knowledge of the cultural giant of Nintendo was a smart move for Tetris. Using a household name to discuss the significance of video games in the late 1980s was needed to place it in the cultural context.
Using 8-bit animation to divide up the scenes, Tetris succeeds in keeping the film grounded in a lighthearted tone, even if these transitions fade as the film becomes darker. Tetris is a fun ride providing insight into a crucial time in video game technology and history. Tetris is streaming on Apple TV+.
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