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Life & fun · March 3, 2023

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Classic FPS Wolfenstein 3D brought in the browser via Emscripten

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Classic FPS Wolfenstein 3D is a browser-based version of the original first-person shooter, compiled using Emscripten technology to run in web browsers. It recreates the 1992 game that pioneered the FPS genre, allowing players to experience the foundational gameplay in a modern web environment. The project is available on GitHub for those interested in how retro games can be adapted for contemporary platforms. It's designed for fans of classic gaming and those curious about early first-person shooter mechanics.

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