Ski Free
A JavaScript port of the classic 1991 PC game SkiFree, playable in browsers and on mobile devices.
What is Ski Free?
Skifree.js is a JavaScript recreation of the 1991 PC game SkiFree, allowing players to ski down endless slopes, avoid trees and monsters, and track high scores directly in web browsers. It solves the problem of preserving and accessing classic games on modern platforms without emulators or downloads. The project faithfully replicates the original gameplay mechanics while adding mobile touch controls and web compatibility.
Web developers interested in game development, retro gaming enthusiasts, and hobbyists looking to study JavaScript game implementations. It's also suitable for anyone wanting to play SkiFree easily in a browser.
Developers choose Skifree.js because it's a complete, open-source port of a nostalgic classic with no dependencies beyond a browser. Its accurate physics, monster AI, and mobile support make it both a fun game and a practical learning resource for 2D web game development.
Overview
:ski: The classic PC Game SkiFree, but in JS.
Use Cases
Best For
- Learning JavaScript game development with canvas
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