Alexey Pajitnov

Alexey Pajitnov is a Russian computer scientist and game designer, best known as the creator of Tetris, the world-renowned puzzle game that has sold over 520 million copies. Conceived while Pajitnov was working on artificial intelligence at a Soviet institute, Tetris quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Despite its success, Pajitnov initially received no financial benefit from the game until he partnered with Henk Rogers to establish the Tetris Company in 1996. His contributions to the gaming industry have been profound, influencing countless developers and shaping the landscape of video gaming.