Install and Play Open Surge: Free Open‑Source 2D Platformer on Ubuntu
Open Surge is a free, open‑source 2D retro platform game inspired by Sonic that also serves as a game‑creation system, written in C with Allegro, and can be easily installed on Ubuntu 18.04+ via the Snap store with simple keyboard controls.
What is Open Surge?
Open Surge is a free, open‑source 2D retro platform game inspired by Sonic. It also includes a game‑creation system that lets users design their own levels. The project is written entirely in C using the Allegro game programming library.
Installation on Ubuntu
Open Surge is distributed as a Snap package that runs in a sandbox. Users of Ubuntu 18.04 or newer can install it directly from the Ubuntu Software Center or via the command line: sudo snap install open-surge After installation the game can be launched from the applications menu.
Controls
Arrow keys – Move
Space – Jump
Enter – Pause
Esc – Quit
Left Ctrl – Switch character
= – Take a snapshot
F12 – Open editor
Background
The original game was created by Brazilian computer scientist Alexandre Martins. Over time contributors worldwide have added art, music and other assets, turning the project into both a playable game and a flexible engine for creators.
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