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Scene & Code Newsroom
October 12, 2026
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Retro computing

The Web Browser: Gaming's New Frontier for Retro Emulation

Modern web technologies and dedicated mobile solutions are not just making classic games accessible; they're fundamentally reshaping digital preservation and inspiring creative coding.

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Scene & Code Newsroom
October 12, 2026
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Retro computing

The Atari 800XL Isn't Just Retro, It's a Revival for Creative Coders

Atari's reimagined 800XL, complete with HDMI and USB, transcends mere nostalgia, offering a robust platform for new generations to engage with 8-bit computing and creative programming.

Photo: winkelnkemper / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Creative coding

Shader Art is More Than Code: It's a Performance Revolution

Fragment shaders have transformed digital art from static images into dynamic, real-time performances, pushing creative coding into an engaging spectacle for audiences worldwide.

2 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Creative coding

Tiny Games, Big Lessons: Why Web Developers Embrace Constraints

From the humble Sokoban to the extreme 13KB limit of js13kGames, the pursuit of small-scale web games reveals profound insights into efficient coding and creative problem-solving.

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Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Graphics & GPUs

Beyond OpenGL: Why WebGPU Is Poised to Reshape Graphics Development

The evolution from OpenGL's ad-hoc flexibility to Vulkan's demanding low-level control and WebGPU's universal promise marks a pivotal shift in GPU harness, with creative coders eagerly exploring its potential.

3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Demoscene

Size Coding's Enduring Fascination: The Art of Extreme Compression

In an era of boundless storage, the demoscene's size-coding artists continue to push boundaries, crafting complex visual and auditory experiences within minuscule byte limits, proving ingenuity trumps gigabytes.

3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Creative coding

The Browser Became the Canvas: How Web Tech Reshaped the Demoscene

The demoscene, a computer art subculture built on technical prowess, found a vibrant new home in web browsers, embracing JavaScript, Canvas, and WebGL to explore novel avenues for interactive audiovisual art.

3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Chiptune & tracker music

The Kilobyte Symphony: How Tiny Files Make Big Demoscene Sounds

From the Amiga's tracker legacy to the ingenious softsynths of 4K intros, the demoscene reveals how severe constraints can spark unparalleled musical innovation and keep chiptune thriving.

3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Demoscene

The Demoscene: Digital Art's Unsung Vanguard Earns Global Stage

From its humble origins in 1980s software cracktros to gaining UNESCO cultural heritage status, the demoscene stands as a testament to digital creativity and technical artistry.

3 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Retro computing

Graphing Calculators: The Unlikely Canvas of a Digital Art Form

Beneath the unassuming facade of classroom tools, Texas Instruments calculators fostered a vibrant demoscene, transforming cold logic into a playground for digital artists.

2 min read English (US)
Scene & Code Newsroom
October 8, 2026
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Parties & events

Demoparty Titans: How Assembly and Revision Define the Scene

One has strategically broadened its appeal to embrace gaming and esports, while the other remains a dedicated bastion for pure digital artistry. Both Assembly and Revision exemplify the dynamic evolution of the demoscene.

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