DOS Defender
A real-mode DOS game for Ludum Dare #31, playable in DOSBox with joystick support.
What is DOS Defender?
DOS Defender is a real-mode DOS game developed for the Ludum Dare #31 game jam in 2014. It's a compact 10kB executable that runs in DOSBox emulation environments, requiring minimal system resources and no external assets. The game demonstrates efficient low-level programming techniques for retro gaming platforms.
Retro gaming enthusiasts, low-level programmers interested in DOS development, and game jam participants studying efficient game programming techniques.
It showcases extreme code optimization for DOS platforms, treating the environment as an embedded system while delivering a complete gaming experience with joystick support and no dependencies.
Overview
DOS Defender (Ludum Dare #31)
Use Cases
Best For
- Studying real-mode DOS game development techniques
- Learning GCC optimization for embedded-like systems
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