This project is a modern and enhanced version of the classic Tetris, built in Python using Pygame. It includes all essential gameplay features from the original game, plus refined visuals, a smart assist system, and a Cheat button that automatically places the piece in the optimal location.
- Standard 10x20 grid.
- All seven Tetrominoes (I, O, T, S, Z, J, L).
- Rotation, movement, soft drop, hard drop.
- Reliable Game Over detection.
- Scoring, levels, and cleared line tracking.
- Next piece preview.
- Full Hold system.
- Ghost piece showing final landing position.
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Shows a suggested optimal placement for the current piece.
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Uses a basic heuristic:
- prioritize lines cleared,
- then final drop height,
- then overall drop structure.
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Purely visual assistance (does not place the piece).
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Automatically places the current piece in the best evaluated position.
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Performs:
- rotation,
- horizontal movement,
- instant drop,
- immediate lock.
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Useful for relaxed play or strategic testing.
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Score, level, and lines cleared.
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Next piece display.
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Hold piece display.
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Interactive buttons:
- Restart
- Help
- Cheat
- Left / Right Arrow: move the piece
- Down Arrow: soft drop
- Space: hard drop
- Z / Up Arrow: rotate clockwise
- X: rotate counter‑clockwise
- C: Hold
- Esc / Q: quit
- Mouse: interact with Help, Cheat, and Restart buttons
This project requires:
- Python 3.10+ (compatible with Python 3.12)
- pygame 2.6+
Install pygame:
pip install pygameExecute the script:
python3 tetris_game.pyOr run it from your IDE (PyCharm recommended).
tetris_game.py— the main and only required source file.- No external assets needed.
If you want to extend the project further:
- Add chiptune music and sound effects.
- Add line‑clear animations.
- Custom themes and color palettes.
- Local two‑player mode.
- Advanced AI (like professional Tetris Bots).
- High score saving system.
Free to use, modify, and redistribute.
Developed by Chessito