RetroBBS — Real-Time AI Chat Platform
A retro-themed communication suite. Won First Runner-Up at OSDHack ‘25.
Award
First Runner-Up, OSDHack ‘25 — recognised by FOSS United, .xyz, and CodeCrafters
Stack
JavaScript · Python · WebSockets
What it does
- Low-latency voice chat and real-time messaging via WebSockets
- Retro BBS aesthetic with a modern real-time backend
- Multiplayer gaming engine (Pong, Tank Wars) built directly into the chat interface
- Game state synchronized between all clients and the Python backend
Highlights
The multiplayer games running inside a chat interface was the standout feature — no separate app, no redirects. You’re mid-conversation and you just… start a game.
Links
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