An IRC channel for retro gamedev

Posted Fri 05 Jan, 2024.

I have been looking for IRC channels related to game development for a while, and I have found a few that are active, for example:

• #gamedev at Libera.
• #ludumdare at AfterNET.

Then there are channels related to more or less retro-computing, that will discuss development (like #dosgameclub on AfterNET), but that was a bit hit and miss, or very focused on one specific system.

Unfortunately all seems to be on Discord or Telegram. So I was accepting defeat until I thought that perhaps I could start an IRC channel. You can find more information here:

=> #retrogamedev IRC channel at Libera

My idea is about having a place to hang out and ask questions, share projects –work in progress specially–, and get inspired by fellow developers. Any system, from 8-bit to 64-bit –or whatever, as long as you consider it is retro enough; the PlayStation feels new but it is 30 years old this year!–.

It is about socialising and building community around a very niche type of development.

So if you are interested on the topic, don’t hesitate to join us!

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