The game uses a fixed playfield viewed from the side. Falling pieces are moved and rotated while they descend, with completed horizontal lines being removed to create room. The main objective is to survive as long as possible and score by clearing lines efficiently.

Play proceeds as a sequence of falling pieces. The stack grows when pieces are placed without clearing lines, while faster play increases the need for quick decisions. The exact scoring and mode details can vary by release or configuration, so only the core falling-block rules are documented here.

Keep the playing surface as flat as possible and avoid creating isolated holes that cannot be filled easily. Prefer placements that preserve several future options instead of focusing only on the immediate line clear.

As the stack rises, prioritize survival over elaborate setups. Watch the next piece when the interface provides that information, leave room for long pieces when possible, and rotate pieces before they reach the bottom rather than attempting rushed corrections.