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Family Basic v3

Family BASIC is a programming tool for the Family Computer. Using the included keyboard and instructional booklet, users can learn to program their own video games, complete with customized visuals and audio…

21 February 1985

Family Basic v3 is a simulator developed by Hudson Soft, released 21 February 1985 on Family Computer.

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What Family Basic v3 is

Family Basic v3 is a simulator game developed by Hudson Soft and released in 1985. It is available on Family Computer only.

The premise, in the publisher's words

Family BASIC is a programming tool for the Family Computer. Using the included keyboard and instructional booklet, users can learn to program their own video games, complete with customized visuals and audio. Family BASIC V3 is an updated release with better memory capabilities and 4 premade mini games of various genres: "Heart", "Penpen Maze", "Mario World", and "Star Killer".
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How it plays

It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are educational. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.

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When did Family Basic v3 come out?
Family Basic v3 was released on 21 February 1985 for Family Computer.

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