The White House has removed a video game called “Build the Wall” from its official website after it drew comparisons to the iconic puzzle game Tetris.
The decision came just days after The Tetris Company publicly raised concerns over the unauthorized use of concepts and visual elements associated with its game.
The controversial game, in which players stack blocks to build a wall designed to “protect the border,” was featured in an arcade-style mini-game section on the administration’s official website.
The Tetris Company responded on X, stating that it had no involvement whatsoever in the creation of the game and that it takes intellectual property violations extremely seriously.
“At Tetris, we believe in the power of connecting and bringing people together, not dividing them,” the company said.
The White House did not respond to requests for comment and has not issued an official explanation for removing the game.
The move also prompted strong reactions from members of the public and political opponents. Democratic Senator Matt Lesser criticized the administration, arguing that it was spending time on video games while Americans were dealing with record heating oil prices and high living costs.
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