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Object Oriented Programming in PICO-8 based On Metatables
A comprehensive guide to object-based programming in the Lexaloffle virtual console
Jan 22
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José Pérez
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Creating Super Mario Maker Demake #1 - Level Editor Toolbar, Mouse and Camera
Creating the core elements to playtest the experience as soon as possible
Dec 14, 2025
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José Pérez
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Creating Super Mario Maker Demake #0 - Introduction to PICO-8
Create your first tiny PICO-8 videogame through workshops applying methodology and technical learning
Nov 15, 2025
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José Pérez
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Create Your Gamedev Environment for PICO-8 in 7 minutes
After this article the perception of game development experience on PICO-8 will change for you, forever.
Nov 27, 2025
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José Pérez
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Shortcast #1 - You Don't Know Unless You Try
Success is rarely achieved without failure and humble beginnings.
Mar 31
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José Pérez
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Write your dreams in a cartridge
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José Pérez
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When Personality and Aesthetics Have a Child: Jet Set Radio
Twenty-five years later, the defiance of Sega’s 'Shibuya Punk' remains the gold standard for cohesive aesthetics
Mar 5
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Pixel Art Learning By References
Strong pixel art references through my experience shaping pixels
Feb 21
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Quick Physics on PICO-8: Ropes
It could be a really intense topic, so I've decided to simplify with our beloved engine
Feb 8
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The Aim Of Playing: Why Do We Create Games
Player emotions and developer's labor are just sides of the same coin
Jan 29
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Best Handheld Consoles for Pico-8 Gamedev
Creating another experience through the platform itself
Jan 15
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