What it is
Glider 4.0 Unofficial Web Edition brings John Calhoun's classic Macintosh game to the browser. You pilot a paper glider through the rooms of a house, riding air currents while avoiding hazards. The port runs entirely in JavaScript and its source code is available on GitHub.
From the developer
In the developer’s own words, from dbohdan.github.io.
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Editor takes
“Control feel is the first thing I'd test here, and since the page needs JavaScript and I can't confirm the input details from the site text, I'd want to check the hitboxes myself before trusting the difficulty curve.”
“A browser port of a classic with a tight, focused scope is a sensible move, though the site text says little beyond the JavaScript requirement, so I can't judge how much the port adds on its own.”
How to play
The game runs in your browser and requires JavaScript to be enabled. No installation is needed.
Tips
- Pay attention to air currents — they can carry your glider in unexpected directions.
- Avoid heat sources and other hazards scattered around the house.
- Plan your path through each room before committing to a glide.
Questions
Is this an official version of Glider 4.0?
No. This is an unofficial web port of John Calhoun's original game, made available as a browser edition.
Where can I find the source code?
The source code is published on GitHub at https://github.com/dbohdan/glider.
Does the game require any plugins?
No plugins are needed — just a browser with JavaScript enabled.
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