Learn more about the game designer responsible for bringing Tetris to the masses

Learn How Tetris Came West With Henk Rogers' New Memoir

Learn more about the game designer responsible for bringing Tetris to the masses

This hardcover book spans 350 pages and is a comprehensive look at how Rogers impacted the gaming industry. Whether it's programming his first big game in Japan, creating the Tetris Company, or negotiating with other creators and brands, there's never a dull moment. You'll also get a glimpse at how he's pushing for the use of renewable energy and the many international awards he's accrued over the years.

Of course, Tetris is a big focus of the book, so there's no shortage of wild stories for you to unravel. This includes tense negotiations with a Soviet Union company before finding a way to market the puzzle game to the masses. It's an easy recommendation for Tetris fans and anyone interested in history or climate change, as Rogers is a passionate advocate of sustainability.

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Rogers wasn't the only person responsible for Tetris' popularity, and you can dive further into its surprisingly deep history with two other books--The Tetris Effect and Tetris: The Games People Play. Both take a closer look at Alexey Pajitnov, the original creator of Tetris, and the winding road it took to bring the puzzle game to a wider audience.

Consider filling up your bookcase with other gaming stories, as there are a bunch of great options up for grabs. Whether you want to learn more about CliffyB and the creation of Gears of War, how Reggie helped guide Nintendo of America during his tenure as president, or explore the complex history of Doom, you'll find plenty of great options at Amazon.

Best of all, many of these are currently on sale for great low prices.