Tiny PS1-like Renderer in 500 lines

In plain words

This is a compact graphics renderer written in 500 lines of code that mimics the visual style of PlayStation 1 games. It's designed for developers and hobbyists interested in retro 3D graphics or learning how rendering works. The project stands out for its extreme brevity while still achieving the characteristic low-polygon, textured aesthetic of early PS1-era games.

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