Teenager Makes History by Beating Tetris on NES
Willis Gibson, a 13-year-old from Oklahoma, United States, gained worldwide attention for becoming the first person to beat the original version of Tetris on NES.
Gibson successfully reached the final screen, a feat previously achieved only by artificial intelligence. His accomplishment not only made headlines but also sparked curiosity, leading to his name being mentioned globally.
Controversy Erupts Over Teen’s Tetris Triumph
Following Gibson’s victory, Jayne Secker, a 51-year-old journalist from BBC News, criticized the situation on live television, advising the young boy to step away from the screen and enjoy some fresh air, claiming that beating Tetris should not be a life goal.
These remarks stirred discomfort among gaming enthusiasts and industry professionals. Bhavina Bharkhada from UKIE expressed disappointment over the comment, highlighting the disparity in celebrating achievements in traditional games like chess compared to video games.
Response from Industry Experts
Jimmy Bowers from Sumo Digital also weighed in, expressing disbelief at the adult’s criticism towards the young gamer. The incident prompted discussions on social media about the perception of gaming and the treatment of young gamers.
It is the Year of Our Lord 2024 and @SkyNews is still telling people who play video games to go outside and get some fresh air, notably on the same day they’re praising a 16-year-old darts player pic.twitter.com/QoPpWGQ0fr
— Chris Scullion (@scully1888) January 4, 2024
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