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Life & fun · August 24, 2016

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HTML5/WebGL/WebSocket MMO tanks – Server in C++

HTML5/WebGL/WebSocket MMO tanks – Server in C++ launched on August 24, 2016 with 21 votes, #1,690 of 3,856 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

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Fintank is an online multiplayer tank battle game built with HTML5 and WebGL technology, allowing play directly in web browsers. The game features real-time combat powered by WebSocket connections and a C++ server backend. Players control tanks in competitive matches against others online. Launched in 2016, it's designed for casual gamers looking for quick, browser-based action without requiring downloads or installations.

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