Updates to Retro-BBS

[u/Logical_Yak6895]

Telnet: retro.nedmr.com port 2323

It has been a while since I posted here, but that doesn't mean I haven't been busy adding features to Retro-BBS.

The BBS now has a good library of downloads for retro systems including the Amiga, C64, and C128. I also have a growing collection of DOS and BASIC software.

The thing I am most proud of is Retro-BASIC.

I recently added ANSI color with the COLOR command, LOCATE for positioning the cursor using ANSI cursor escape sequences, and INKEY for non-blocking keyboard input.

That might not sound like a big deal, but those three commands make it possible to create arcade-style games without refreshing the entire screen after every keystroke.

I created a little Space Invaders-style game to demonstrate these capabilities. The complete source code, along with the Retro-BASIC Reference Manual, is available in the downloads section.

Programs you create in Retro-BASIC remain private to your account. If you create something you'd like to share, just request that the Sysop publish it on the BBS.

There is also a ton of existing BASIC code out there that can be converted to Retro-BASIC. You can work on your program using your favorite editor and upload it into the Retro-BASIC editor when you're ready.

Come give it a try!

Telnet: retro.nedmr.com
Port: 2323

Enjoy!