You Can Now Make PS2 Games in JavaScript
21 hours ago
- #JavaScript
- #Game Development
- #PS2
- PS2 games can be developed in JavaScript using the AthenaEnv project.
- AthenaEnv is an environment that provides a JavaScript API for PS2 game development, embedding a modified version of QuickJS.
- Key features of AthenaEnv include rendering, asset loading, input handling, file handling, and sound playback.
- To run a game developed with AthenaEnv, you need PCSX2 emulator with 'Enable host filesystem' option checked.
- Games can be distributed as a single .iso file by including necessary files like athena.elf, athena.ini, and source code.
- A 'Hello World' example demonstrates loading assets, setting up a game loop, handling input, and rendering text.
- Sprite animation and mirroring are achievable with AthenaEnv's API.
- AthenaEnv currently focuses on 2D game development, with 3D capabilities planned for future versions.
- Resources and community support are available through GitHub repositories and a Discord server.