PC-BASIC Alternatives

PC-BASIC is described as 'Free, cross-platform interpreter for GW-BASIC, Advanced BASIC (BASICA), PCjr Cartridge Basic and Tandy 1000 GWBASIC. It interprets these BASIC dialects with a high degree of accuracy, aiming for bug-for-bug compatibility' and is an app. There are five alternatives to PC-BASIC for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and iPhone apps. The best PC-BASIC alternative is LowRes NX, which is free. Other great apps like PC-BASIC are 8bitworkshop, BASIC8, CHROMA-60 and SmileBasic.

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  1. LowRes NX icon
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    LowRes NX is a simulated retro game console which can be programmed in the classic BASIC language. Make your own retro games on a virtual game console. Create sprites, tile maps, sound and music with the included tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  2. BASIC8 icon
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    BASIC8 is an integrated Fantasy Computer. Create, share and play disks in a modern BASIC dialect. Use built-in tools like sprite, tile and map editor to develop games fast while having fun with retro aesthetics.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Steam
     
  3. CHROMA-60 icon
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    CHROMA-60 is a Fantasy Computer programmed in assembly language for an emulated 8-bit CPU and has a scanline based renderer that supports raster effects and allows for very colorful images despite the 1-bit display.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. This is a programming software, "SmileBASIC", that allows you to create and play games with Nintendo Switch! The programming language is "SmileBASIC" which is the most suitable language for creating games.

    12 SmileBasic alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Nintendo Switch
     
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