8 Most Popular Gaming Platforms For Programmers
Tags: programming, beginners, gamedev
Published: 2022-08-22 06:20:00

Gamers have the mindset that they want to gamify everything. Why not gamify learning to code if you are a gamer and programmer 👀? There are numerous platforms for learning programming by creating games or playing games. So, in this article, I'm going to share eight platforms that I've tried and know.

## Let's get started

## 1. [CodinGame](https://www.codingame.com/)

![CodinGame](https://i.imgur.com/Lo9XTfG.png)

CodinGame was my favorite gaming-programming platform. You will fall in love with programming by doing the challenges, building games, multiplayer games, and a lot more.

**Features:**

- Supports all languages.
- Multiplayer games
- International contests
- Lots of games: Clash Of Code, Code Vs Zombies, Code Of The Rings, Power of Thor, and so on.
- and more...

## 2. [TwilioQuest](https://www.twilio.com/quest)

![TwilioQuest](https://i.imgur.com/jzuBJc2.png)

[Update](https://www.twilio.com/quest): TwilioQuest is no longer continued

If you're just starting with programming, I recommend trying out TwilioQuest. TwilioQuest is a 2D game in which you gain experience by completing quests.

**Features:**

- A nice soundtrack that drags your attention towards the game.
- Learn different tools and programming languages.

## 3. [Battlesnake](https://play.battlesnake.com/)

![Battlesnake](https://i.imgur.com/uPkJUvu.png)

Battlesnake is a multiplayer snake game. This game will help you improve your skills in programming, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data structures & algorithms. Create algorithms to help your snake grow and survive in the face of fierce competition.

**Features:**

- Multiplayer games
- Leagues and challenges - Never get bored

## 4. [Screeps](https://screeps.com/)

![Screeps](https://i.imgur.com/N1pA5H0.png)

Screeps will help you improve your programming (JavaScript) and AI skills. Create your colony and begin mining resources, constructing units, and conquering territory.

**Features:**

- Multiplayer game
- You can use libraries
- Programmable world

## 5. [CodeCombat](https://codecombat.com/)

![CodeCombat](https://i.imgur.com/f7r4mWK.png)

Learn Python and JavaScript by playing games. Guide your character towards the end by writing code.

## 6. [WarriorJS](https://warriorjs.com/)

![WarriorJS](https://i.imgur.com/20FbNjg.png)

WarriorJS allows you to put your skills to use. Create algorithms to climb the tower and reach the JavaScript sword. Of course, it's not that simple.

## 7. [CryptoZombies](https://cryptozombies.io/)

![CryptoZombies](https://i.imgur.com/w2ozzrc.png)

CryptoZombies is the best platform to master Solidity. Learn Solidity and smart contracts development by building your zombie army.

## 8. [Flex Box adventure](https://codingfantasy.com/games/flexboxadventure/play)

![Flex Box adventure](https://i.imgur.com/4qtfrNp.png)

Are you struggling to understand CSS Flexbox? Say no more. Flex Box adventure is a CSS game to learn Flexbox. By completing all 24 levels you will become the "Master of CSS Flexbox 🥷".

## More from the comments

- [checkio](https://checkio.org)
- [Bitburner](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1812820/Bitburner/)
- [Yare](https://yare.io/)

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