the tetris® effect is a catchy term that players use to describe the way they are inspired by the game and see tetriminos in everyday situations. because tetris, like the real world, challenges players to make order out of chaos using a specific organization system, the game components translate easily into lifestyle interpretations. whether you're packing the trunk of your car, loading a dishwasher, or organizing your shelves, you're likely thinking about how each object will fit together strategically with minimal empty space. this is the tetris effect!