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- Tetris' tumultuous history reflects themes of emigration and capitalism.
- Leningrad's seed bank workers sacrificed lives to preserve vital seeds during WWII.
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The Legacy of Tetris
Tetris, the iconic game created by Alexey Pizitnov in 1984, became a global sensation despite its complicated history of ownership. Originally developed in the Soviet Union, Tetris faced legal disputes over distribution rights in the US. Pizitnov received little financial gain until the game's rights reverted to him in 1996. Despite its simplicity, Tetris holds the title of the best-selling video game of all time, embodying themes of emigration, capitalism, and the pursuit of creative expression.
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