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The repository lists ASCII games that users can play in Unix terminal environments.
About Awesome-ttygames
Awesome-ttygames is a GitHub repository that lists ASCII games designed to be played in Unix terminal environments. Each entry names a game and gives a short description, with links to a project page and, in many cases, a Wikipedia article. Entries cover a range of game types, including clones of classic arcade and puzzle games, roguelikes, and turn-based strategy games.
Some entries also list a server where the game can be played over telnet or ssh, or a web-based version. The list is maintained through contributions. Changes are made by editing a central YAML file and submitting them as a pull request. Not every entry includes a play option or a screencast.
Key features
- Alphabetical list of ASCII games for Unix terminal environments
- Short description of each game with a link to its project page
- Wikipedia links for many games, including clones of well-known titles
- Some entries list a server for playing over telnet or ssh
- Some entries link to screencasts or web-based versions of games
- Central games.yaml file with a template for adding new entries
Best for: Linux or macOS users who want to find terminal-based ASCII games to play or try.
Good for
- Entries are sorted alphabetically and follow a consistent template.
- Many entries link to original project pages or Wikipedia articles for further reading.
- Contributors can add or correct entries through pull requests.
Watch out for
- Not every entry includes a play server, screencast, or web version.
- Play servers are hosted by third parties, and the source does not state whether they remain available.
- Some listed games require a password to access the play server, as noted in the entry for anonymine.
Awesome-ttygames at a glance
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux & Mac Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Awesome-ttygames FAQ
How are games added to the list?
Contributors edit the games.yaml file, following the provided template, and submit the change as a pull request.
What information does each entry contain?
Each entry has a name, a URL for the main page, a free-text description, an optional screencast link, and an optional play field giving a server hostname for telnet or ssh access.
Can some games be played without installing them locally?
Some entries list a server where the game can be played over telnet or ssh, such as ssh [email protected] for 2048-SSH.
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