Retro coding for iPhone and iPad

Learn programming by making tiny pixel worlds.

Pixel BASIC lets you type BASIC code, run it instantly, and watch your ideas turn into text, colors, and simple graphics.

Pixel BASIC running a color graphics program on iPhone
Classic

Line-numbered BASIC for a familiar retro feel.

Modern

A friendlier mode for beginners learning the same ideas.

Graphics

Draw with commands like GRAPHICS, COLOR, PLOT, and DRAWTO.

Built for experimenting

A small coding studio you can carry anywhere.

Write BASIC

Use a focused code editor with syntax highlighting and a clean console-style output area.

Run Instantly

Tap Run to execute your program, test loops, print text, and see what each line does.

Import and Export

Bring in BASIC text files, edit them on device, and export your source whenever you want.

Make Pixel Graphics

Use Atari-inspired drawing commands to create color bars, simple mazes, stars, and game ideas.

Screenshots

Classic code, modern touch screens.

Pixel BASIC modern mode on iPhone
Modern BASIC mode
Pixel BASIC graphics preview on iPad
iPad graphics preview
A Pong BASIC text file open in Pixel BASIC
Import BASIC text files

For learners, makers, and retro fans

Start with PRINT. End with your first game idea.

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