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Retro game dev toolkit

Package classic algorithms like Conway's Life with modern build tools for retro platforms. Serve hobbyists reviving old computing environments.

Why now

Ongoing interest in vintage computing creates demand for accessible development toolchains.

Who for
Retro computing hobbyists
Business model
Premium content bundles
Effort
A few weeks

Retro developers waste time porting basic algorithms to obsolete platforms.

Create a collection of classic algorithms (Game of Life, Maze generation, etc.) pre-ported to DOS/Windows 3.x with modern build systems and documentation.

Monetize through premium content like video tutorials and expanded algorithm collections.

Start with a few well-documented examples before expanding the library.

Risk: Very niche audience - pair with educational content to broaden appeal.

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