Rooms that bring players together.
Create private rooms with a code or let public matchmaking find another player.
Build online games.
For your GBA.
Your homebrew, connected. Bring players together on real Game Boy Advance hardware with CanoFlash and its C SDK.
Kickstarter prelaunch
Now in prelaunch. Follow the campaign to get notified at launch.
Each player needs a console and a configured CanoFlash.Explore the lobby example
Made for game makers
The connection is just the beginning.
Your game. Your rules.
Exchange positions, actions and game state. You decide how the match plays.
The network, handled by CanoFlash.
The device handles Wi-Fi, TLS and the connection to the relay. Your game uses the C API.
Start with something that works
Your first connection starts here.
KICKSTARTER / PRELAUNCH
Be there from the start.
Follow the campaign and get notified when CanoFlash launches. You can also leave your email for launch updates.
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Before you press start.
Does it make any GBA game playable online?
Online play works in games that integrate the CanoFlash SDK. It does not automatically turn the Link multiplayer of existing games into internet multiplayer.
What do I need to develop a game?
The SDK and devkitARM. The Butano examples also need Butano and Python. You can compile without hardware; online testing needs a configured CanoFlash and a console per player.
Is the SDK free to use?
Yes. The SDK source is available under the MIT licence. Hardware is separate; follow the Kickstarter prelaunch for its availability.
Can I still load ROMs and manage saves?
Yes. ROM loading, repositories and save management remain device features. Find their requirements and instructions on the device page.
How many players can join?
The protocol supports up to eight seats, subject to the relay limit. The lobby example offers two to four. See the compatibility guide for current hardware validation and limits.
Built for homebrew