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QBasic Gorillas (Repeeled)

QBasic Gorillas (Repeeled)

by TonyAlicea10·Jul 16, 2026·2 points·2 comments
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AI Analysis

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Nostalgic QBasic Gorillas port proves vanilla JS can still deliver fun browser games.

Strengths
  • •Faithful recreation of classic QBasic gameplay with modern browser compatibility.
  • •Uses Fable and Opus libraries demonstrating practical vanilla JS game development approach.
  • •Hotseat multiplayer and AI opponent modes provide complete gaming experience.
Weaknesses
  • •Limited audience appeal beyond nostalgia seekers and retro gaming enthusiasts.
  • •No significant technical innovation beyond proving vanilla JS viability for games.
Category
Gaming
Target Audience

Retro gaming enthusiasts and JavaScript developers

Similar To

JS-DOS · Classic Reload · Internet Archive's MS-DOS Games

Post Description

I've found the most engaging way to practice techniques for AI-assisted development and test models is to build fun side projects in vanilla JS.

I spent many hours playing (and studying and editing) QBasic Gorillas, and this is a vanilla JS implementation using Fable and Opus.

Play 1-on-1 hotseat or against the computer. A bit of extra camera snazz as well.

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