gbbasic / prototype

Prototype of the BASIC compiler for GB project.

GB BASIC

A BASIC compiler that generates compatible ROM for our favourite 8-bit handheld game console.

What Is GB BASIC?

Game Builder BASIC (GB BASIC) is a BASIC dialect and compiler that generates compatible ROM for our favourite 8-bit handheld game console.

How to Use?

Compiling the examples

• Execute "compile.bat"

Running the examples

• Use any GB emulator or hardware to run the generated ROMs under the "output" directory

Reading the code

• Use any code editor to open the programs under the "examples" directory

Project Status

This project is working in progress. This repository contains a prototype executable (Windows), a number of example programs, and other necessary assets.

Roadmap

• Implement asset pipelines to process real user assets
• Implement GUI-based editors to edit assets
• Implement built-in emulator to debug during developing
• Add a reference manual
• Add more examples
• Port the project to other operating systems