Dev uses Claude AI to write a ‘functional NES emulator’ — you can test it now, playing Donkey Kong in your browser
Developer Rodrigo Delduca utilized Claude AI to generate Lua scripts that, combined with his Carimbo 2D game engine, resulted in a functional NES emulator. Users can test the emulator online, playing retro games like Donkey Kong in their browser. The emulator's source scripts are available on Delduca's GitHub, showcasing separate scripts for various components like the NES CPU and PPU. While the AI-coded emulator may run slow depending on the system and browser, it demonstrates the potential for AI in emulator development. Carimbo, the engine behind the emulator, is a versatile 2D game engine scriptable in Lua and compatible with multiple platforms.
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