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Show HN: RetroTick – Run classic Windows EXEs in the browser

lqs_ Friday, February 27, 2026

RetroTick parses PE/NE/MZ binaries, emulates an x86 CPU, and stubs enough Win32/Win16/DOS APIs to run classics like FreeCell, Minesweeper, Solitaire and QBasic, entirely in the browser. Built with Preact + Vite + TypeScript.

Demo: https://retrotick.com

GitHub: https://github.com/lqs/retrotick

Summary
RetroTick is a website that offers a comprehensive collection of classic video games, emulators, and resources for retro gaming enthusiasts. It provides a user-friendly platform for players to discover, download, and play a wide variety of nostalgic games from various consoles and platforms.
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