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Gemini 4 Carbon used to remake classic NetHack into 3D action RPG

A developer has recreated the classic 1987 roguelike game NetHack as a 3D action RPG using Google's Gemini 4 Carbon model. The project involved integrating Gemini 4 Carbon with the Antigravity development platform and Blender for 3D asset generation. This process allowed for the transformation of the original text-based game into a modern graphical experience. AI

IMPACT Showcases Gemini 4 Carbon's potential for game development and creative coding projects.

RANK_REASON Demonstration of an AI model's capability in a creative project.

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Gemini 4 Carbon used to remake classic NetHack into 3D action RPG

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  1. dev.to — MCP tag TIER_1 English(EN) · bebechien ·

    NetHack Remake with Gemini 4 Carbon

    <p>Hello everyone! Today, I’d like to share my experience testing out Gemini 4 Carbon. What did I build? I remade the classic 1987 retro roguelike game <a href="https://www.nethack.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">NetHack</a> into a modern 3D action RPG. The deep gameplay of the o…