PICO-8 is a fantasy console and virtual machine created by Lexaloffle Games in 2015. Emulating an intentionally limited 8-bit computer, it restricts software to a 128 x 128 pixel display with a fixed 16-color palette, 4-channel chiptune audio, and 32 KB cartridge sizes coded in Lua. It includes built-in tools for editing code, sprites, maps, and sound, allowing users to create, play, and share games directly within the program.
Created for Falling Block Jam 2026, Stack a Snack is a fast-paced arcade game where you control a gray bunny stacking falling pink cakes high on its head. Read more about Stack a Snack (PICO-8 Game)
Created in a single day as a custom screensaver for emulation handhelds, DVDodger tasks players with dodging the iconic bouncing DVD VIDEO logo. Read more about DVDodger (PICO-8 Game)
Created for the Pico-1K Jam 2026, 1KRUN is a minimalist retro racing game packed into just 1022 bytes of PICO-8 code. Read more about 1KRUN (PICO-8 Game)
Based on MisterWizard01's original CC4-licensed arcade SHMUP, this fresh Galaxis mod upgrades the game with revamped graphics, brand-new sound effects, and eye-popping particle systems. Read more about Galaxis Alpha (PICO-8 Game)
Detective flips the classic Tetris formula on its head by replacing traditional falling blocks with colour-coded suspect photos to solve active murder cases. Read more about Murder Tetris (PICO-8 Game)
Developed by Mike Jasnowski, Endless Dungeon is a new PICO-8 action RPG where you delve into dangerous depths to battle minions, dodge lethal traps, and collect hidden treasures. Read more about Endless Dungeon (PICO-8 Game)
Created in just four days for the Pico-1K Jam 2026, Mini-Pac packs a faithful recreation of the classic arcade maze into a tiny 1024-byte Pico-8 footprint. Read more about P1K-man (PICO-8 Game)