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<game>
  <title>Tetris Game</title>
  <slug>tetris-game</slug>
  <short-desc>Play the classic Tetris game directly in your browser! Arrange falling blocks, clear lines, and aim for the highest score.</short-desc>
  <categories>
    <category>Puzzle Game</category>
    <category>Arcade Game</category>
    <category>Classic Game</category>
  </categories>
  <keywords>tetris, html5 game, javascript game, puzzle game, block game, classic game, responsive game, online tetris, browser game, free game</keywords>
  <content>
# About Tetris Game

This is a web-based implementation of the classic and beloved puzzle game, Tetris. The objective is to manipulate falling blocks, known as tetrominoes, to create solid horizontal lines. When a line is completed, it disappears, and any blocks above it fall to fill the space. As you clear lines, you earn points, and the game's speed gradually increases, presenting a greater challenge.

The game features seven distinct tetromino shapes, each composed of four square blocks. Players must think strategically to rotate and position these pieces effectively to prevent the playing field from filling up. If the stack of tetrominoes reaches the top of the screen, the game is over. This version includes a score tracker, lines cleared count, and a preview of the next piece to aid in planning.

Built with HTML5 and JavaScript, this Tetris game is designed to be responsive, offering a smooth experience on both desktop and mobile browsers with intuitive on-screen controls and keyboard support.

## How to Play

1.  **Start the Game:** Click the "Start" button to begin.
2.  **Falling Pieces:** Tetrominoes will start falling from the top of the game board.
3.  **Control the Piece:**
    *   Move the falling piece left or right using the arrow keys or on-screen buttons.
    *   Rotate the piece using the up arrow key or the "Rotate" button.
    *   Use the down arrow key or "Drop" button for a "soft drop" to make the piece fall faster.
    *   Use the spacebar or "Hard Drop" button to instantly drop the piece to the bottom.
4.  **Clear Lines:** Arrange the tetrominoes to form complete horizontal lines without any gaps.
5.  **Scoring:**
    *   Completed lines will disappear, and you'll earn points.
    *   Clearing multiple lines at once (e.g., 2, 3, or 4 lines - a "Tetris") awards bonus points.
    *   Your score and the number of lines cleared are displayed.
6.  **Increasing Difficulty:** As you clear more lines, the falling speed of the tetrominoes will increase.
7.  **Game Over:** The game ends if the stack of tetrominoes reaches the top of the playing area. You can then choose to "Play Again".
8.  **Pause/Resume:** You can pause the game at any time using the "P" key or the "Pause" button, and resume when ready.

## Features

- **Classic Tetris Gameplay:** Experience the timeless challenge of fitting falling blocks and clearing lines.
- **Next Piece Preview:** Strategize your moves by seeing the upcoming tetromino in the "Next" panel.
- **Score and Line Tracking:** Monitor your progress with real-time updates to your score and total lines cleared.
- **Responsive Design:** Enjoy a seamless gaming experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices, with the game adapting to your screen size.
- **Dual Control Scheme:** Play using intuitive keyboard controls or convenient on-screen touch/click buttons.
- **Variable Speed:** The game difficulty increases dynamically as you clear more lines, making tetrominoes fall faster.
- **Pause/Resume Functionality:** Take a break whenever needed and resume your game right where you left off.
- **Hard & Soft Drop:** Choose to gently speed up a piece's descent (soft drop) or instantly place it (hard drop) for faster gameplay.

## Controls

**Keyboard:**
- `ArrowLeft`: Move piece left
- `ArrowRight`: Move piece right
- `ArrowUp`: Rotate piece
- `ArrowDown`: Soft drop (accelerate descent)
- `Spacebar`: Hard drop (instantly drop piece to the bottom)
- `P`: Pause / Resume game

**On-Screen Buttons:**
- `Start / Restart`: Begins a new game or restarts after a game over.
- `Pause / Resume`: Pauses or resumes the current game.
- `Left`: Moves the current piece to the left.
- `Right`: Moves the current piece to the right.
- `Rotate`: Rotates the current piece clockwise.
- `Drop`: Initiates a soft drop for the current piece.
- `Hard Drop`: Instantly drops the current piece to its lowest possible position.

## Tips & Strategies

- **Plan with the Next Piece:** Always keep an eye on the "Next Piece" display. This allows you to think one step ahead and find better placements for both the current and upcoming piece.
- **Build Flat, Not Tall:** Try to keep the top surface of your stacked blocks as level as possible. Avoid creating deep wells or single-column gaps, as these can be difficult to fill later.
- **Master Rotations and Drops:** Get comfortable with rotating pieces to fit into tight spots. Use soft drop to position pieces more quickly when you're confident, and reserve hard drop for moments when speed is critical or to lock in a piece definitively, especially as the game speeds up.
- **Aim for Tetrises:** Clearing four lines at once with an I-piece (a "Tetris") provides the highest score bonus. Try to build up four rows, leaving a single column open for the I-piece.
  </content>
  <faq>
    <question>How do I save my progress in the game?</question>
    <answer>This game is session-based. Your score and lines are tracked for the current game only and will reset if you close the browser or start a new game.</answer>
    
    <question>Can I play this game on mobile devices?</question>
    <answer>Yes, this game is fully compatible with mobile browsers and includes on-screen controls for touch input.</answer>
    
    <question>Is this game free to play?</question>
    <answer>Yes, the game is completely free to play in your browser.</answer>
  </faq>
  <specifications>
    <multiplayer>false</multiplayer>
  </specifications>
</game>

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