The world of Games and eSports is in mourning. The seven-time world champion of Tetris, American Jonas Neubauer died at the age of 39 after a “sudden medical emergency”. The death occurred on January 4, but was reported on the player’s profile on Twitter only last Friday.
Jonas Neubauer, seven-time world champion Tetris – Photo: Disclosure
– It is with a heavy mind that we bring the terrible news that Jonas died in accidental therapy. He was absolutely the best. We are devastated, overwhelmed with sadness and we miss her so much already. Information is followed when available – the statement states.
The community of the best-selling classic puzzle game in history has come to regret the death of Jonas Neubauer. The official profile of Tetris and the Classic Tetris World Championship (CTWC), the game’s world championship, are both considered to be the best Tetris players worldwide.
This is a tremendous loss in many ways. Jonas Neubauer was one of the greatest classic Tetris players of all time in skill, spirit and kindness.
Our hearts go out to her family and friends, and to the entire Classic Tetris community, as we all mourn her demise. https://t.co/iOJWFdBuv0
– This is a tremendous loss in many ways. Jonas Neubauer was one of the all-time best Tetris players of skill, soul and kindness. Our heart is with your family, friends and the entire community of classic Tetris, while we all mourn your demise.
We are heartbroken to share that 7-time CTWC champion, Jonas Neubauer died suddenly on 4 January.
We could never ask for more shampoos, role models and friends. Jonas, we miss you, we love you, and we thank you for always inspiring us to be the best. rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/CaaGgd4ZY3
– We are shocked to share that seven-time champion Jonas Neubauer of CTWC passed away suddenly on 4 January. We could not ask for a better champion, role model and friend. Jonas, we miss you, we love you and we thank you for inspiring us to always be the best. rest in peace.
Jonas Neubauer won seven Tetris world titles within an eight-year window (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016 and 2017). He picked up the trophy for the first time in the competition and was runner-up twice (2014 and 2018). Achieved the record for most titles (seven), finals (nine) and participation in the Tetris World Championship (ten).
