The Classic Tetris World Championship is the largest live event in the Tetris community, as well as one of the most prestigious in Retro Gaming. The best players all over the world come to test their skills against one another to vie for the title of Classic Tetris Champion.
Now in it’s 16th year, the tournament field gets stronger and stronger as the 2024 reigning world champion, Alex T, looks to defend his title against former champions such as 2-time world champion Dogplayingtetris, 2023 world champion Fractal along with mega stars such as the original game crasher Blue Scuti, and multi-time regional champion Meme.
By far and away, this will be the greatest world championship tournament in Classic Tetris history!
WHERE?
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101
Purchase tickets for admission to the expo here: TICKETS | MAP
MAKE SURE TO SELECT THE TETRIS ADD-ON BEFORE CHECKING OUT! This will allow players and spectators early entry to the expo to participate/spectate in our Tetris area only.
WHEN?
Friday June 6, 2025 10am – 5:30pm | Qualifying Sessions 1-3
Saturday June 7, 2025 9:30am – 8pm | Qualifying Session 4 & Tournament Play
Sunday June 8, 2025 10am-5pm | Grand Finals
HOW TO REGISTER?
Registration will be open from May 1st-30th. Entry is $50 (plus applicable taxes and fees) for a 2-hour qualifying session of your choice. Please choose 2 options (1 preferred time slot and 1 secondary slot). Stations are limited, so if a time slot is full, your secondary choice will be your official qualifying time. Final confirmation will be made prior to the event.
Click REGISTER NOW to enter
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES
A detailed description can be found here RULES
JOIN THE DISCORD
To stay up to date on any news regarding the event, join our community Discord server CTWC and be sure to grab a “CTWC” role to be notified regularly!