Creative BASIC

BASIC for getting started.

An interpretive language for hobbyists, students, and anyone wetting their feet — with a friendly IDE and precompiled components.

Learn, experiment, build

Creative BASIC is syntax-compatible with the original IBasic Standard language. Run programs from the IDE, create Windows programs and games, and extend the environment with components.

  • Built-in editor, debugger, and GUI/dialog designer
  • DirectX sprites, screens, scrolling maps; Direct3D scenes
  • 250+ commands; DLL and Windows API access
  • UDTs, console support, bitmap/JPEG/GIF, wave audio
  • Rich edit, list view, toolbar, embedded browser

Donationware (since July 2010). Current version 1.15 — historically offered around $9.95 USD.

Creative BASIC IDE screenshot