The PICO-8 Codebase is a collection of public projects and knowledge base for the PICO-8 virtual machine and game engine. PICO-8, developed by Lexaloffle Games, is a fantasy console designed for making, sharing, and playing tiny games and other computer programs.
- Virtual Machine and Game Engine: PICO-8 provides a retro-style environment for game development, complete with built-in tools for creating sprites, maps, and sound.
- Simplified Lua Programming: The console uses a simplified version of the Lua programming language, making it accessible for beginners and efficient for experienced developers.
- Creative Constraints: PICO-8's limitations, such as a fixed 16-color palette and a 128x128 display resolution, encourage creativity and small, expressive designs.
- Cross-Platform Export: Games developed on PICO-8 can be exported to various platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry Pi, and web browsers.
This codebase includes various projects and contributions to the PICO-8 community, showcasing the versatility and potential of this fantasy console. The repository serves as a valuable resource for developers looking to explore and create with PICO-8.
- Educational version of PICO-8 (free, limited export capacity, runs in browser).
- Full version of PICO-8 (low price, lifetime license and update, runs everywhere*).
*) Linux, macOS, Pocket CHIP, Powkiddy RGB 30,Raspberry Pi, Windows.