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13-Year-Old Breaks Unbeatable Tetris Record, Sky News Presenter Criticized

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Find out how a 13-year-old shattered the unbeatable Tetris 'kill screen' record and why a Sky News presenter faced backlash for their comments on the achievement!

In a monumental feat of gaming history, 13-year-old Willis Gibson, known as blue scuti, has become the first human ever to beat the seemingly unbeatable Tetris. Making it to level 157, Gibson forced the classic Nintendo puzzle game into a 'kill screen,' a glitch point that crashes the game. This achievement shattered previous records and brought the spotlight onto the young maverick. However, his accomplishment was met with criticism from a Sky News presenter who seemingly belittled his achievement during a live broadcast.

The timeless game of Tetris, celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, has long been considered a challenge even for AI. Gibson's success in reaching the elusive 'kill screen' has marked a turning point in the game's history, showcasing the skill and determination of a teenage gamer. Despite the accolades, the controversy surrounding a news anchor's dismissive remarks has sparked a debate on how such accomplishments are perceived in the media.

As the story of the teenage Tetris whiz continues to circulate, it sheds light on the evolving landscape of gaming and the younger generation's impact on classic games. Gibson's breakthrough serves as a reminder of the endless possibilities within the realm of gaming, inspiring a new wave of enthusiasts to push the boundaries of what was once thought impossible.

In a world where digital achievements are gaining recognition on global platforms, the resilience and talent displayed by Willis Gibson stand as a testament to the power of dedication and passion in the gaming community. As the Tetris legacy continues to thrive, the young gamer's victory will be remembered as a defining moment in the game's history, sparking discussions on skill, determination, and the true essence of gaming.

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Gamer, 13, becomes first to beat 'unbeatable' Tetris (BreakingNews.ie)

Willis Gibson – aka blue scuti – made it to a 'kill screen', a point where the Tetris code glitches, crashing the game.

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US teenager (13) becomes first player to beat Tetris (The Irish Times)

Willis Gibson forced the classic Nintendo puzzle-pieces video game into a 'kill screen' after he reached level 157.

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US boy, 13, becomes first human to beat Tetris (Gript)

Willis Gibson broke world records for forcing the addictive puzzle game into a “kill screen” – something only ever previously achieved by AI. The American boy, ...

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13-year-old Tetris maverick shatters unbeatable 'kill screen' (Daily Sabah)

A 13-year-old American has made history by being the first person to conquer Tetris, propelling the classic Nintendo video game, which has been around for.

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Sky News presenter criticised for telling teenage Tetris champ to 'go ... (Video Games Chronicle)

A Sky News presenter has attracted criticism for appearing to belittle a 13-year-old Tetris record breaker during a live broadcast.

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Teen becomes first person to beat Tetris in game's 40-year history (cleveland.com)

13-year-old Willis Gibson of Oklahoma is believed to be the first person to ever defeat the falling-block video game Tetris, which was first released in ...

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13-year-old boy becomes first person ever to beat Tetris video game ... (ITV News)

Many had long considered Tetris unbeatable, but on December 21, Willis managed to trigger a kill screen on Level 157. | ITV National News.

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Sky News presenter tells teenage Tetris champ to 'go outside' (ReadWrite)

A Sky News presenter has appeared to sneer at the accomplishment of a 13-year-old Tetris record breaker, Willis Gibson.

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British TV Host Tells Teenage Tetris Whiz To 'Go Outside' (Kotaku)

A Sky News anchor appeared on camera to mock Blue Scuti's phenomenal 'kill screen' achievement.

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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 Boy Completes Tetris (Newstalk)

The original Tetris game will turn 40 this year, but only yesterday did a human manage to complete it. And it was a 13 year old boy in Oklahoma, employing.

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