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About the Author
Henk B. Rogers, a pioneering force in the video game industry, is celebrated for launching Japan’s first role-playing game, “The Black Onyx,” and for turning Tetris into a global phenomenon. His fearless business ventures, including his groundbreaking deal with the Soviet Union, and his advocacy for renewable energy through the Blue Planet Alliance, make Rogers a standout figure. His contributions have garnered international recognition and continue to impact the gaming industry and sustainability efforts worldwide.
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The Tetris Revolution: Henk B. Rogers' Bold Quest to Turn a Soviet Puzzle into a Global Gaming Icon
Discover the riveting journey of Henk B. Rogers, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed Tetris from a humble Soviet puzzle game into an international sensation. From programming his first hit game in Japan, to defying geopolitical boundaries in the Soviet Union, Rogers’ relentless pursuit of innovation led to the creation of the Tetris Company and cemented his place in gaming history. Follow his thrilling story of high-stakes negotiations, unyielding determination, and a passion for sustainable energy that reshaped his life beyond video games.
Readers will find themselves captivated by the story of Tetris, a game that became an unlikely cultural phenomenon. Rogers’ determination to bring Tetris to the world, coupled with his personal mission to combat climate change, makes this book both an exciting read and an inspiring call to action. Fans of video games, history, and environmental advocacy alike will be hooked from start to finish.
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Henk B. Rogers’ The Perfect Game: Tetris – From Russia With Love is a gripping memoir and historical account of the high-stakes battle to secure the global rights to Tetris, the iconic Soviet-born puzzle game. Blending autobiography with corporate intrigue, Rogers—a key figure in Tetris’ commercialization—offers an insider’s perspective on the game’s journey from Cold War-era Russia to worldwide phenomenon. The book excels as both a business thriller and a tribute to gaming history, though it occasionally prioritizes personal narrative over broader cultural analysis. —Sarah Jensen, NetGalley reviewer
Many years ago I got a Gameboy with Tetris as a gift. I wasn’t a gamer before, but one taste of playing Tetris and I’m still a gamer over thirty years later so I was excited to read about the game that started a lifelong hobby. I loved Alexxey’s memories and was glad they were part of the story. I really loved the story of how Tetris came to fruition and it made me want to play the original game again. In fact, I can hear the song playing in my head right now. If you loved Tetris like I did, you will love the story of how you got the opportunity to play it.—NetGalley reviewer
I really enjoyed the way Henk B. Rogers wrote this memoir, it had that element that I was hoping for and enjoyed in this type of book. I was engaged with the stories being told and had that humor that I was looking for. I enjoyed the use of Tetris and how it worked in the book. I thought Henk B. Rogers wrote this perfectly and am glad I got to read this. —Net Galley reviewer
