Hey guys. I've recently really gotten into Tetris, mainly TDS, but I'm working on getting mygame better with working on setting up T-Spins faster and faster and working on learning the game as best I can. Online I can't seem to get above 6500... Hence the research into new strategies besides tetris(es?)-only and hoping for the best. Which lead me to the Wiki then here. So I guess I'm just stopping by to say hi.
I picked up LockJaw last night... Still getting used to the controls. Might be a reason to dig out my USB SNES controller...
Hi and welcome! I'd recommend mastering the fundamental basics of a tetris before moving on to t-spins. One reason is that you will need to learn how to clear garbage using the least amount of time (especially messy garbage). 1. Aim for the bottom row. Stay as low as possible but high enough to send tetrises. 2. Try not to overstack. Aim for tetrises but do not let them hinder you from clearing garbage. 3. Know where a piece will land, it's spawn location, and movements necessary to place the piece. Make it a mental instinct. 4. Keep a rhythm while placing pieces. Increase your speed to over 60 tpm.
Cool, thanks for the info. I'll get to work on some of those things right away. Any idea as to the best way to time my tpm?
LOCKJAW displays your average tpm (tetrominoes per minute) when the game ends and records it in the file "lj-scores.txt". If you want something to force you to build with a minimum tpm, try LJ's Rhythm gimmick.
