Gaming history has officially been written in the skies above Dubai. The inaugural Red Bull Tetris World Final has crowned its very first champion, with Fehmi Atalar from Türkiye emerging victorious after an unforgettable, high-stakes showdown against national champions from 60 countries.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dubai Frame, the event delivered something never seen before: a fully playable game of Tetris brought to life in the night sky. Using more than 2,000 drones, Red Bull transformed the iconic puzzle game into a live, real-world spectacle visible from miles away.
From Global Qualifiers to a Desert Showdown
The road to the World Final was anything but simple. National champions from across the globe first battled through seeding rounds to determine their match placements. From there, the competition intensified with brutal 1v1 duels held at the stunning desert venue of Terra Solis.
Those matches ultimately paved the way for the grand finale on December 13, where the Dubai Frame itself became the world’s largest Tetris screen. A jaw-dropping drone show by Lumasky—powered by record-breaking technology—marked the first time a classic video game had been rendered live in the sky.
An Unforgettable Final Match
The climactic final saw Fehmi Atalar face off against Leonardo Solórzano from Peru in a tense head-to-head battle. The opening match decided who would take the first turn on the Frame, with Fehmi securing the advantage—but opting to play second to study his opponent’s approach.
Each finalist was given five minutes to play a solo, drone-powered Tetris match, with thousands of drones lighting up the Dubai Frame to create a live, interactive game board.
Leonardo delivered a composed and methodical performance, showcasing precise T-Spin strategies and building momentum throughout his run. His final score of 57,164 points set a formidable benchmark.
Fehmi’s Historic Run
Fehmi began his final match cautiously, an unexpected approach that kept the crowd guessing. But once he found his rhythm, the Turkish player shifted into another gear entirely. Two-thirds of the way through the match, he had already overtaken Leonardo’s score—and he wasn’t done.
Playing right down to the final seconds, Fehmi racked up an astonishing 168,566 points, securing his place in history as the first-ever Red Bull Tetris World Champion.
Speaking after his victory, Fehmi said:
“I said after the semi-finals that if I win it will be a huge achievement for my country and myself. It feels surreal. Over these five years of Tetris experience, this was the best moment. I played like a machine, and even though things could have been cleaner, I achieved a flawless run. I didn’t miss a single point.”
More Than Just Tetris
The World Final weekend delivered far more than competitive gaming. Professional BASE athletes Dani Roman and Darren Burke stunned audiences by leaping 150 metres from the top of the Dubai Frame, landing safely on stage in a heart-stopping display of precision and bravery.
Music also took centre stage as artist El Waili teamed up with the Firdaus Orchestra to reimagine the iconic Tetris soundtrack. The performance blended futuristic electronic beats with sweeping orchestral arrangements, celebrating both the legacy and evolution of one of gaming’s most recognisable soundtracks.
With immersive fan experiences rounding out the weekend, the Red Bull Tetris World Final proved to be a landmark moment—not just for competitive Tetris, but for live gaming events as a whole.
To learn more about Red Bull Tetris and the World Final in Dubai, visit RedBull.com/Tetris.
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