The challenge
Implement a friendly, reliable game loop without high-level data structures, built-in validation, or conventional UI abstractions.
PROJECT 09 / 2026
Tic-Tac-Toe x86
A classic game rebuilt close to the hardware to explore registers, byte arrays, branching, memory management, and terminal input and output.
09
Tic-Tac-Toe x86
TypeLow-level console game
Year2026
Stackx86 Assembly / MASM / Irvine32 / Game logic
CASE STUDY
From problem
to shipped work.
A quick, clear look at the thinking behind the project.
The solution
A MASM and Irvine32 program with modular procedures for rendering, turn changes, board validation, all eight win patterns, restarts, and exits.
The outcome
A compact x86 application that handles complete matches, invalid moves, ties, and in-session resets with a minimal memory footprint.