Have you been on your phone this past week? Play any games on it? I bet you played ‘Block Blast’ at least once last week. Why? What’s the craze behind it?

     Block Blast is a mobile game that gained traction and popularity this past year. Even though the game was initially released in 2022, through its surge of popularity in 2024, it is a part of every teenager’s life. 

     The game itself is similar to ‘Tetris” in the aspect that where you are supposed to connect blocks. But instead of dropping them in place, you just click where you want to place them. This game is very easy to grasp, which can make it even more addicting. Fellow Tahoma student Eliana Rickard says, “It’s satisfying, and it’s not that hard to pick up, so literally anyone can play it.”

         Why do people like it so much?

     Block Blast is enjoyed by many due to its easy game play. Audrey Ogle likes this game because it helps her take her mind off things. “I like that I can do Block Blast while doing other things. Earlier today, I was completing my homework while playing Block Blast. . . I love being on it while still engaged in the real world.”

     People like Block Blast because it can be a way to relax and wind down. It can also be a way to keep their minds off things while times are stressful. It can be a good way to multitask while working on homework.

     Eliana likes Block Blast because “It’s really satisfying when all the blocks go together, and you clear the whole board.” She finds this game satisfying in its gameplay and dynamics.

        How did it even gain popularity?

     Teens everywhere and anywhere were playing this game on their phones, I-pads, and even computers. Even though it is statistically unclear how Block Blast became so famous. Tahoma student Audrey Ogle has her suspicions, “I think the people finally found what they needed. The people finally came to their senses. They were like ‘You know there is something we really need’ that would be Block Blast.”

     Players seem to enjoy its easy game nature and simple playing style. Eliana thinks that it is very satisfying “when all the blocks go together, and you clear the whole board.” I can agree, it is very satisfying to clear the whole board. 

     The bright colors and graphics of the game can also be to blame. The brightly colored blocks and satisfying graphics can keep people hooked for hours. Due to this, the game went mainstream online. This way, even more people began to play this game and got hooked. 

     Block Blast may just be an average popular game. But it is easy and satisfying to play. Everyone should give it a try. After reading this article, maybe you will try Block Blast for yourself.