Did you know that Baldi's Basics is actually a remake of a long-forgotten ZX Spectrum game? 

Back in the late 1980s, a mysterious educational game was developed for the ZX Spectrum by a unknown dev. It was a bizarre experiment that combined math drills with a surreal and unsettling atmosphere. The game, known simply as Mr. Baldimore's 3D Schoolhouse, was never officially released and only circulated in bootleg copies before being lost to time... Until now:

Through a lucky discovery and meticulous restoration, we are excited to share a glimpse into what once was—or rather, what it’s on its way to becoming again. While the full restoration is still a work in progress, this demo serves as an early look at Mr. Baldimore's 3D Schoolhouse, giving players a chance to experience the eerie charm and unsettling atmosphere of this forgotten classic.

This game is not what it seems...

"Oh no! School is out, but your friend has a problem: he left all his books in school! Collect all 7 and win. It won't be an easy though... Mr. Baldimore always challenges his students with tricky questions! Answer correctly and it will be a piece of cake".

Seemingly inspired by pseudo-3D games from the 80s like 3D Monster Maze (1981), 3D Maze of Gold (1982), Quetzalcoatl (1983) or 3-D Monster Chase (1984), Mr. Baldimore's 3D Schoolhouse is a really weird game, with no real educational value to be found. 

Controls

Use the WASD or arrow keys to move and look around. Touch items to pick them up or interact with them. Use the left mouse button to activate the currently selected item (when applicable).

Credits

Game found and restored by Late Night Tom

Best known for the remake made by Micah McGonigal (Basically Games)

Published 21 hours ago
StatusIn development
PlatformsHTML5
Release date 22 hours ago
Rating
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(1 total ratings)
AuthorLate Night Tom
GenreSurvival
Made withGDevelop
Tags3D, Baldi's Basics, Demake, Horror, Low-poly, Pixel Art, Retro, Surreal, ZX Spectrum
Average sessionA few minutes
LanguagesEnglish
InputsKeyboard, Mouse
AccessibilitySubtitles, High-contrast
LinksRemake, "Retro Dodo" article

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