🎮W4ME Station Brings WASM-4 Games to Java ME Phones
Java ME phones get a second life with WASM-4 games
TL;DR
W4ME Station brings WASM-4 games to Java ME phones, running in under 300KB. No JIT or network connection needed for the bundled library.
W4ME Station just dropped a runtime that runs WASM-4 games on Java ME phones, no JIT required and with no need for internet access post-installation. This is huge for anyone nostalgic for old-school gaming but also looking to explore modern web tech on retro devices. The project's base build weighs in at under 300KB, making it tiny enough to run on most older handsets. With thirteen bundled cartridges including classics like Sokoban and Wasm Wars, this could be the perfect way to breathe new life into old hardware.
Key Points
Runs on CLDC 1.1 / MIDP 2.0 devices with no network connection required after installation
Includes thirteen cartridges like Sokoban and Wasm Wars in a single 275 KB JAR file
Both release variants (with/without JSR-75) stay below the 300 KB mark
Development requires Linux with just, Podman, and Distrobox installed
Cartridges can be installed via HTTP(S), file:// URL, or JSR-75 browser on supported devices
Why It Matters
If you're a fan of WASM-4 games but also have old Java ME phones lying around, W4ME Station is your ticket to retro gaming with modern tech. The base build works on any MIDP 2.0 device without the optional FileConnection API, making it accessible across a wide range of devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this matter?
If you're a fan of WASM-4 games but also have old Java ME phones lying around, W4ME Station is your ticket to retro gaming with modern tech. The base build works on any MIDP 2.0 device without the optional FileConnection API, making it accessible across a wide range of devices.
What happened?
W4ME Station brings WASM-4 games to Java ME phones, running in under 300KB. No JIT or network connection needed for the bundled library.
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