lexys-labyrinth/README.md
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Lexy's Labyrinth

This is a web implementation of a puzzle game that bears a striking similarity to Chip's Challenge and its sequel, but is legally distinct, and also free!

Documentation is underway on the wiki.

Play online

Give it a try, I guess! https://c.eev.ee/lexys-labyrinth/

Current status

  • Full support for Chip's Challenge 1
  • Full support for Chip's Challenge 2... barring a few obscure bugs
  • Completely original tileset, sound effects, and music
  • Support for MS Chip's Challenge DAT/CCL files, Steam Chip's Challenge C2G/C2M files, and ZIP files
  • Can load one of its built-in level packs, the original levels, or anything you've got lying around
  • Support for recording and playing back demos (replays) from Steam-format levels
  • Lets you rewind your mistakes, up to 30 seconds back
  • Lets you take the pressure off by switching from real-time to turn-based mode, where nothing moves until you do
  • Contains a completely usable level editor with support for every tile in Chip's Challenge 2
  • Works on touchscreens too
  • Has compatibility settings for opting into behavior (or bugs) from particular implementations
  • Debug mode (click the logo in the lower left)

Planned features

  • Load levels directly from the BBC set list
  • Mouse support

Noble aspirations

  • New exclusive puzzle elements?? Embrace extend extinguish baby

Special thanks

  • The incredible nerds who put together the Chip Wiki and also reside on the Bit Busters Discord, including:
    • ruben for documenting the CC2 PRNG
    • The Architect for documenting the CC2 C2G parser
  • Everyone who worked on Chip's Challenge Level Pack 1, the default set of levels
  • Tile World for being an incredible reference on Lynx mechanics
  • Everyone who contributed music — see js/soundtrack.js for a list!

Not associated with or blessed by Chuck Sommerville, Niffler, or AOP.