A new milestone in gaming and live entertainment was set in Dubai as the world’s first playable Tetris game in the sky became a reality during the Red Bull Tetris World Final. The event unfolded in front of the Dubai Frame, turning the night sky into a live arena for one of the most recognisable games ever created.
A global final unlike anything before
The World Final brought together national winners from around the world who had qualified through earlier rounds and head to head matches. The decisive stage took place on 13 December, where the sky itself became the playing field.
More than 2,000 drones were used to form a fully playable Tetris grid, allowing competitors to play the game live as the blocks appeared above the city. This marked the first time Tetris had been transformed into an open air, large scale interactive experience.
The final match saw Fehmi Atalar of Turkey compete against Leo Soloranzo of Peru. Each player had five minutes to complete a solo game, with the drone grid responding in real time. Soloranzo delivered a strong performance, but Atalar followed with a composed run, finishing with a score of 168,566 points to become the first Red Bull Tetris World Champion.
A landmark moment for competitive gaming
The event drew large crowds who watched as Tetris blocks stacked and cleared high above Dubai, blending competitive gameplay with a striking visual display. Alongside the matches, the weekend featured music and fan focused activities, creating a festival style atmosphere around the final.
The playable Tetris sky game stands as a first of its kind achievement, pushing the boundaries of how classic games can be experienced and setting a new reference point for live competitive entertainment on a global stage.
