Build a living machine brain that learns over time. Reach 1000 points within 15 loops to win!
Neural Forge is a strategic builder game where you create a network of machines that learn and evolve. Each machine acts like a brain cell. Connected together, they "think" and produce SCORE points.
- Reach 1000 SCORE within 15 loops to achieve machine consciousness
- Strategically place and connect machines to optimize your neural network
- Balance resource management with network complexity
- Select a machine from library
- Click on grid to place it
- Machines automatically connect nearby
- Press EVOLVE LOOP to end round
- Your machines produce resources and SCORE
- Repeat until you reach 1000 SCORE!
| Machine | Icon | Cost | Role | Best Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENSOR | 📡 | 15 🔩 | Starts signal (like eyes) | Beginning of network |
| PROCESSOR | 🧠 | 25 🔩 | Thinks and calculates | Middle of network |
| MEMORY | 💾 | 30 🔩 | Remembers past loops | After 5+ machines |
| ACTUATOR | 🦾 | 20 🔩 | PRODUCES SCORE! | End of network |
| CONNECTOR | 🔗 | 10 🔩 | Links far apart machines | When network grows |
| MUTATOR | 🧬 | 40 🔩 | Evolves connections | Late game |
| Loops | Strategy | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 | 2 SENSORS + 2 PROCESSORS + 1 ACTUATOR | Build foundation |
| 4-7 | Add 2 ACTUATORS + 1 MEMORY | Double production |
| 8-12 | Add CONNECTORS + MUTATOR | Boost learning |
| 13-15 | Maximize ACTUATORS | Reach 1000 SCORE! |
| Action | How |
|---|---|
| Select machine | Click on machine card |
| Place machine | Left click on grid |
| Remove machine | Right click on grid |
| Move camera | Click + drag on grid |
| End loop | Click EVOLVE LOOP |
| Auto-build | Click AUTO-BUILD |
| Reset game | Click RESET |
- Visit live demo
- Click HELP to read instructions
- Start building your neural network!
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/raghul-tech/Neural-Forge.git
cd Neural-Forge
# Simply open index.html in your browser
# Double-click index.html or right-click → Open with browserNote: This is a pure HTML/CSS/JavaScript game - no server required! Just open index.html directly.
Neural-Forge/
├── index.html # Main game page
├── style.css # Game styling & animations
|── js
| ├── game.js # Core game logic
| ├── neural-net.js # Neural network AI
| ├── sounds.js # Sound effects
|── img
| ├── img1.png # Game Layout
| ├── img2.png # Game Play area
├── README.md # This file
|── CHANGELOG.md # Version history
|── CONTRIBUTING.md # Contribution guidelines
|── wavedash.toml # WaveDash configuration
└── LICENSE # MIT License
- Pure JavaScript - No external frameworks
- HTML5 Canvas - Smooth grid-based rendering
- CSS3 - Modern UI with neon animations
- Web Audio API - Dynamic sound effects
- Neural Network - Machines that learn and adapt
- Camera Panning - Drag to move around large grid
- Resource Management - Strategic spending
- Auto-save - Progress persists across sessions
- Win/Loss States - Persistent game results
- Cyberpunk aesthetic with neon cyan/gold colors
- Smooth animations and visual feedback
- Responsive layout for all screen sizes
- Mini-map shows your position in the world
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 35x25 World | Large grid you can pan around |
| 6 Machine Types | Each with unique role |
| 15 Loops | Limited rounds to reach goal |
| Learning System | Machines adapt over time |
| Auto-build AI | Computer helps with placement |
| Sound Effects | Audio feedback for actions |
| Confetti | Celebration on victory! |
| Persistent Saves | Game state survives refresh |
This game is submitted to the following Gamedev.js Jam 2026 challenges:
| Challenge | Status |
|---|---|
| 🟢 Open Source by GitHub | ✅ Code on GitHub with MIT license |
| 🟢 YouTube Playables | ✅ Works in 2 minutes, mobile friendly |
| 🟢 Deploy to Wavedash | ✅ Leaderboard & analytics integrated |
| Stat | What It Means |
|---|---|
| SCORE | Your progress toward 1000 goal 🏆 |
| RESOURCES | Currency to buy machines 🔩 |
| LOOP | Current round (max 15) |
| INTELLIGENCE | How smart your network has become |
| MACHINES | Number of machines placed |
| CONNECTIONS | Links between machines |
| LEARNING RATE | How fast machines adapt |
- Start simple - Just build SENSOR → PROCESSOR → ACTUATOR first
- Actuators win games - They're the only machines that produce SCORE
- Keep machines close - They auto-connect within 2 spaces
- Use AUTO-BUILD - The AI helps when you're stuck
- Read the HELP menu - Full strategy guide inside the game
| Browser | Support |
|---|---|
| Chrome 60+ | ✅ Full |
| Firefox 55+ | ✅ Full |
| Safari 12+ | ✅ Full |
| Edge 79+ | ✅ Full |
| Mobile browsers | ✅ Touch support |
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0 | April 2026 | Initial release for Gamedev.js Jam 2026 |
- Gamedev.js Jam 2026 - For the amazing event and theme "Machines"
- Wavedash - For leaderboard and analytics platform
- Open Source Community - For inspiration and tools
- All playtesters - For valuable feedback
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
You are free to:
- ✅ Use this code commercially
- ✅ Modify and distribute
- ✅ Use privately
- ❌ Hold liable (use at your own risk)
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Play Online | GitHub Pages |
| Itch.io Entry | raghul-tech.itch.io |
| GitHub Repo | github.com/raghul-tech/neural-forge |
| Wavedash | wavedash.com/games/neural-forge |
Created with ❤️ for Gamedev.js Jam 2026
Theme: "Machines"
Year: 2026
Duration: 13 days
- GitHub: @raghul-tech
- Itch.io: raghul-tech.itch.io
- Email: raghul.tech.app@gmail.com
If you enjoy Neural Forge, please:
- ⭐ Star the GitHub repository
- 🎮 Rate on Itch.io
- 📢 Share with friends
Build your machine brain. Reach 1000 score. Win the jam. 🏆
Made for Gamedev.js Jam 2026 - Theme: "MACHINES"