Learn BLITZMAX with Real Code Examples

Download BlitzMax compiler for your OS

Install and set environment variables

Test installation with sample programs

Set up graphics/sound libraries as needed

Configure IDE or text editor for BlitzMax

Download and install BlitzMax

Set PATH environment variable for bmk

Install libraries for graphics/sound if needed

Test sample scripts

Configure IDE or text editor for BlitzMax

BlitzMax.ini - compiler/runtime settings

src/ - source code

assets/ - images, sounds, music

lib/ - external libraries

docs/ - project documentation

bmk make - compile BlitzMax project

bmk run - execute compiled application

bmk clean - remove compiled files

Use MyModule - include module

bmk target=linux/windows/mac - set compilation target

Supports UTF-8 text rendering

Cross-platform file handling

No built-in localization system, relies on developer

Community resources in multiple languages

Compatible with international asset formats

Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, Linux

Community tutorials and documentation available

Lightweight and easy to set up

Friendly syntax for beginners

Works for small and medium-sized projects

2D graphics for interface

OpenGL for 3D rendering

Sprites and textures for game elements

Fonts and text rendering built-in

Custom GUI via graphics drawing routines

Variables store program state

Game loop updates and renders frames

Modules manage reusable logic

Assets loaded into memory for runtime use

Input events change game state

Arrays, lists, and variables

Modules encapsulate reusable code

Assets for graphics/sound stored in folders

Optional files for saving/loading game progress

Memory managed manually within runtime