Why Isn't Tetris on NES Classic?

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Blame it on licensing issues! The original Tetris was developed by a Russian programmer, and the rights have been a legal labyrinth ever since.

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PracticingClock·6 months ago

Nintendo probably couldn't include it because they don't have the current rights to the original NES version. Sucks but true.

CarryingMonte·6 months ago

Simply put, it’s a licensing issue! The rights to Tetris have been all over the place, and Nintendo couldn't secure them for the NES Classic.

ReroutingTopaz·6 months ago

Honestly, it’s a bummer for all of us. Licensing hurdles are the culprit here.

SnorkellingClock·6 months ago

Probably a rights issue, but hey, there are tons of other ways to play Tetris. Try those instead!

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