Misc - Pong for TI-84 (ti-basic)

Introduction

In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the process of creating a simple Pong game for the TI-84 calculator using TI-BASIC. Pong is a classic arcade game that involves two paddles and a ball. The objective is to bounce the ball back and forth between the paddles, scoring points when the opponent misses the ball.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have a TI-84 calculator and the cable to connect it to your computer. You’ll also need TI Connect CE software to transfer programs to the calculator.

Getting Started

ClrHome
Disp "","   Welcome to","      Pong!
Pause 
8->B
4->A
4->C
4->D
randInt(0,1->E
randInt(0,1->F
0->Z
0->Y
Repeat B=1 or B=16
	ClrHome
	Output(A,B,"o
	Output(C,1,"!
	Output(D,16,"!
	getKey
	If Ans=73 and C>1
	C-1->C
	If Ans=93 and C<8
	C+1->C
	If Ans=25 and D>1
	D-1->D
	If Ans=34 and D<8
	D+1->D
	If A=1
	0->E
	If A=8
	1->E
	If E=1
	A-1->A
	If E=0
	A+1->A
	If F=1
	B-1->B
	If F=0
	B+1->B
	If A=C and B=2
	0->F
	If A=D and B=15
	1->F
	Y+randInt(3,5->Y
	Z+randInt(3,5->Z
End
If B=1
Then
	Disp "Right wins!
	Y->Z
Else
	Disp "Left wins!
End
Pause 
prgmSCORE

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve successfully created a basic Pong game for the TI-84 calculator. Feel free to customize and enhance the game with additional features, such as sound effects or advanced gameplay mechanics.