Red Bull Launches Global Tetris Tournament With Final in Dubai

To mark the self-declared World Tetris Day, Red Bull has launched qualifications for its own innovative global Tetris tournament, in cooperation with The Tetris Company. The final is set to take place in Dubai in December, featuring live Tetris in the sky with around 2,000 drones.

The final tournament is scheduled for 11 to 13 December in Dubai, with numerous qualifying rounds taking place beforehand. Participation is open to players from 55 countries and will be conducted via smartphone on the RedBullTetris website. Depending on the country, national qualifying tournaments will determine who advances to the grand final in Dubai.

The final itself is unique: it won’t be played on smartphones, but as the first official live, playable Tetris game in the sky. It will be brought to life by 2,000 synchronised drones against the backdrop of the Dubai Frame.

It’s no coincidence that the tournament begins on 6 June — the first playable version of Tetris was released on an Elektronika 60 computer on 6 June 1984. For the tournament, Red Bull is partnering with The Tetris Company, the exclusive licence holder for Tetris.

"Tetris has been connecting people around the world for over 40 years, creating cross-generational experiences through timeless gameplay. Partnering with Red Bull to host a global tournament is an exciting new chapter — one that celebrates the energy, creativity, and community that defines both brands. At Tetris, we are passionate about constantly evolving the gaming experience — this tournament is a significant step in sharing the joy of Tetris with the world," said Maya Rogers, President and CEO of The Tetris Company.

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