My Arcade, a prominent retro gaming company, announced that their sponsored player, Willis Gibson, also known as Blue Scuti, achieved remarkable success at the Classic Tetris World Championship (CTWC) 2024 held in Pasadena, California from June 7–9, 2024. Willis Gibson emerged as a standout player, securing two prestigious awards. He was honored as the top-ranked player in the tournament’s qualifying round, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication. In addition, he received special recognition from the Tetris company for making history as the first player to reach level 157, also known as the “kill screen,” a point where the game becomes unplayable due to its original programming limitations. Gibson accomplished this historic achievement at the age of 13 on December 21, 2023, in less than 39 minutes, showcasing his extraordinary talent and strategic prowess.
“We are immensely proud of Willis Gibson for his outstanding performance and groundbreaking achievements,” said a spokesperson from My Arcade. “His dedication to the game and his ability to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Tetris is truly inspiring. We are honored to support him and look forward to seeing what he will accomplish in the future.”
The Classic Tetris World Championship is well-known for gathering the top Tetris players from all over the world. Willis Gibson’s accomplishments at this year’s championship reaffirm his standing as a prominent figure in the Tetris community and showcase the support and dedication from My Arcade.
