on a personal level, I've always been into the idea of a fantasy computer and I think Picotron should be mixed with Inferno (operating system)
January 18, 2026 at 6:49 PM
on a personal level, I've always been into the idea of a fantasy computer and I think Picotron should be mixed with Inferno (operating system)
hey nice - got to use picotron specifics (say userdata)?
January 18, 2026 at 6:33 PM
hey nice - got to use picotron specifics (say userdata)?
Testing out "ghost ships" as a type of power-up. Massive increase in fire-power but pretty fragile!
Next, some non-grid enemies. Maybe bouncing segments like Matrix and also some #centipede inspired enemies.
#picotron #gamedev #gridrunner
Next, some non-grid enemies. Maybe bouncing segments like Matrix and also some #centipede inspired enemies.
#picotron #gamedev #gridrunner
January 18, 2026 at 4:42 AM
Testing out "ghost ships" as a type of power-up. Massive increase in fire-power but pretty fragile!
Next, some non-grid enemies. Maybe bouncing segments like Matrix and also some #centipede inspired enemies.
#picotron #gamedev #gridrunner
Next, some non-grid enemies. Maybe bouncing segments like Matrix and also some #centipede inspired enemies.
#picotron #gamedev #gridrunner
🌟 Spotlight: @fletchmakesstuff.com
A little devlog, just for you ✨
Learn how I made an MVP for a new game!
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#picotron #pico8 #devlog #gamedev
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/fletchmakesstuff.com/post/3mc67wip2ds24
#IndieSpotlight
A little devlog, just for you ✨
Learn how I made an MVP for a new game!
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#picotron #pico8 #devlog #gamedev
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/fletchmakesstuff.com/post/3mc67wip2ds24
#IndieSpotlight
January 17, 2026 at 10:40 PM
🌟 Spotlight: @fletchmakesstuff.com
A little devlog, just for you ✨
Learn how I made an MVP for a new game!
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#picotron #pico8 #devlog #gamedev
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/fletchmakesstuff.com/post/3mc67wip2ds24
#IndieSpotlight
A little devlog, just for you ✨
Learn how I made an MVP for a new game!
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#picotron #pico8 #devlog #gamedev
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/fletchmakesstuff.com/post/3mc67wip2ds24
#IndieSpotlight
Combat Chopper - my little #pico8 helicopter combat flight sim - has been ported to #picotron.
Play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
Play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
Combat Chopper
www.lexaloffle.com
January 17, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Combat Chopper - my little #pico8 helicopter combat flight sim - has been ported to #picotron.
Play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
Play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
Everything in the pico-8 version has been implemented now.
You can play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
I may (or may not) add some more features later on.
#picotron
You can play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
I may (or may not) add some more features later on.
#picotron
Combat Chopper
www.lexaloffle.com
January 17, 2026 at 10:31 AM
Everything in the pico-8 version has been implemented now.
You can play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
I may (or may not) add some more features later on.
#picotron
You can play it here:
www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?pid=182...
I may (or may not) add some more features later on.
#picotron
That's the main grid portion of my #picotron #gridrunner game in place, including full-size sprites that look suitably early 80s (to my eyes).
Have added some of the nicer touches of the iOS version like flashing pods and flashing/pausing trackers at the sides. Can't wait to add some sfx!
#gamedev
Have added some of the nicer touches of the iOS version like flashing pods and flashing/pausing trackers at the sides. Can't wait to add some sfx!
#gamedev
January 16, 2026 at 9:37 PM
That's the main grid portion of my #picotron #gridrunner game in place, including full-size sprites that look suitably early 80s (to my eyes).
Have added some of the nicer touches of the iOS version like flashing pods and flashing/pausing trackers at the sides. Can't wait to add some sfx!
#gamedev
Have added some of the nicer touches of the iOS version like flashing pods and flashing/pausing trackers at the sides. Can't wait to add some sfx!
#gamedev
Dashboard instruments are done.
I think it's now functionally equivalent to the pico8 original, except that there's no sound yet.
#picotron
I think it's now functionally equivalent to the pico8 original, except that there's no sound yet.
#picotron
January 16, 2026 at 2:40 AM
Dashboard instruments are done.
I think it's now functionally equivalent to the pico8 original, except that there's no sound yet.
#picotron
I think it's now functionally equivalent to the pico8 original, except that there's no sound yet.
#picotron
// #picotron 0.2.2b is up with a few small fixes: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
January 15, 2026 at 6:44 PM
// #picotron 0.2.2b is up with a few small fixes: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
Picotron 2.2.2 is out! Right when I'm considering finally making a game on it. Must be a sign :D #picotron www.
lexaloffle.com/picotron.php
lexaloffle.com/picotron.php
Picotron by Lexaloffle
lexaloffle.com
January 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Picotron 2.2.2 is out! Right when I'm considering finally making a game on it. Must be a sign :D #picotron www.
lexaloffle.com/picotron.php
lexaloffle.com/picotron.php
#picotron #gridrunner session before work. Firing and variable top-limit line (power-ups or different levels will vary this?).
My #pico8 version was limited to the grid but this one will have both grid and non-grid (free roaming?) enemies hence had to re-do bullet logic.
#gamedev #retrogaming #c64
My #pico8 version was limited to the grid but this one will have both grid and non-grid (free roaming?) enemies hence had to re-do bullet logic.
#gamedev #retrogaming #c64
January 14, 2026 at 7:15 PM
#picotron #gridrunner session before work. Firing and variable top-limit line (power-ups or different levels will vary this?).
My #pico8 version was limited to the grid but this one will have both grid and non-grid (free roaming?) enemies hence had to re-do bullet logic.
#gamedev #retrogaming #c64
My #pico8 version was limited to the grid but this one will have both grid and non-grid (free roaming?) enemies hence had to re-do bullet logic.
#gamedev #retrogaming #c64
Native Window Exports is awesome, I need to try picotron again! ✨
January 14, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Native Window Exports is awesome, I need to try picotron again! ✨
Hello #PortfolioDay!
I'm Fletch, I make stuff, and I primarily focus on fantasy retro games with #pico8, #picotron, and #playdate!
I'm Fletch, I make stuff, and I primarily focus on fantasy retro games with #pico8, #picotron, and #playdate!
January 14, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Hello #PortfolioDay!
I'm Fletch, I make stuff, and I primarily focus on fantasy retro games with #pico8, #picotron, and #playdate!
I'm Fletch, I make stuff, and I primarily focus on fantasy retro games with #pico8, #picotron, and #playdate!
Picotron now has Splore! This is a built in game browser that lets you easily download and run games from the forum - and view their source code 💾
#picotron 0.2.2 is up on lexaloffle and humble: picotron.net
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
January 14, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Picotron now has Splore! This is a built in game browser that lets you easily download and run games from the forum - and view their source code 💾
#picotron 0.2.2 is up on lexaloffle and humble: picotron.net
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
January 14, 2026 at 10:50 AM
#picotron 0.2.2 is up on lexaloffle and humble: picotron.net
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
- Splore (ctrl-1 to toggle fullscreen!)
- Native Window Exports
- Search Across Files
- File chooser() / Generalised Drag & Drop
- Updated Manual with more sections & examples
Changelog: www.lexaloffle.com/dl/docs/pico...
Gradually scaling up my #picotron #gridrunner to look more like an early 1980s arcade game. Still many place holders and tiny sprites in there at the but I like the aspect ratio.
#gamedev #retrogaming #arcade
#gamedev #retrogaming #arcade
January 13, 2026 at 8:42 AM
Gradually scaling up my #picotron #gridrunner to look more like an early 1980s arcade game. Still many place holders and tiny sprites in there at the but I like the aspect ratio.
#gamedev #retrogaming #arcade
#gamedev #retrogaming #arcade
🌟 Spotlight: @damiensturdy.bsky.social
No idea what we're going to call this but I've been building this Picotron game with the kids for the last week. 4 characters, 4 abilities. Kids p...
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/damiensturdy.bsky.social/post/3mbzpluz44k2u
#IndieSpotlight
No idea what we're going to call this but I've been building this Picotron game with the kids for the last week. 4 characters, 4 abilities. Kids p...
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/damiensturdy.bsky.social/post/3mbzpluz44k2u
#IndieSpotlight
January 12, 2026 at 8:20 PM
🌟 Spotlight: @damiensturdy.bsky.social
No idea what we're going to call this but I've been building this Picotron game with the kids for the last week. 4 characters, 4 abilities. Kids p...
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/damiensturdy.bsky.social/post/3mbzpluz44k2u
#IndieSpotlight
No idea what we're going to call this but I've been building this Picotron game with the kids for the last week. 4 characters, 4 abilities. Kids p...
👉 https://bsky.app/profile/damiensturdy.bsky.social/post/3mbzpluz44k2u
#IndieSpotlight
let me know if you run into issues with Picotron /silly 😂
January 12, 2026 at 4:38 PM
let me know if you run into issues with Picotron /silly 😂
Thinking about something like a system that only boots to picotron (which would be fun anyway) but may end up feeling artificially constrained.
Sitting down together sounds great too of course but want something they can feel like they really 'own'.
Sitting down together sounds great too of course but want something they can feel like they really 'own'.
January 12, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Thinking about something like a system that only boots to picotron (which would be fun anyway) but may end up feeling artificially constrained.
Sitting down together sounds great too of course but want something they can feel like they really 'own'.
Sitting down together sounds great too of course but want something they can feel like they really 'own'.
In a bit of a dev slump at the mo so have started porting my #pico8 #gridrunner to #picotron. See if I can build on it. Got the basics over in a single session. Uses cellular automata. No idea if the original did but seems likely since it was so fast!
#gamedev
#gamedev
January 12, 2026 at 7:54 AM
In a bit of a dev slump at the mo so have started porting my #pico8 #gridrunner to #picotron. See if I can build on it. Got the basics over in a single session. Uses cellular automata. No idea if the original did but seems likely since it was so fast!
#gamedev
#gamedev
Yesterday was down a rabbit hole where I wanted a Dynabook-like device, running a living environment like Squeak/Smalltalk + Interlisp with a look and feel like Picotron. Want this to exist.
#picotron #dynabook #interlisp
#picotron #dynabook #interlisp
January 11, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Yesterday was down a rabbit hole where I wanted a Dynabook-like device, running a living environment like Squeak/Smalltalk + Interlisp with a look and feel like Picotron. Want this to exist.
#picotron #dynabook #interlisp
#picotron #dynabook #interlisp