TETRIS GLOSSARY

Surface

Also called Skyline · Stack profile · Bumpiness

The heights and shapes at the top of your stack. A useful surface accepts several upcoming pieces; a completely flat surface is not always the best fit for the actual queue.

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FOLLOW THE TOP OF THE STACK

Outlined cells trace the top of each occupied column. Deep differences can restrict your next placements.

Surface

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