Electronic Arts Inc. has released the source code for Command & Conquer Red Alert under the GPL V3 license below, with additional terms at the bottom.
This ZIP file is the full repository snapshot and includes source code for Command & Conquer Red Alert. This release provides support to the Steam Workshop for the game.
Command and Conquer: Red Alert is a classic real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by Electronic Arts, with its source code available on GitHub for archival and preservation purposes. This repository offers tools to assist with compiling and running the game on modern platforms. It supports Steam Workshop integration, and while not currently accepting contributions, the repository serves as an open-source preservation project for the game. Developers interested in restoring the game or adapting it for new environments will find helpful dependencies and build tools outlined in the repository.
Features
- Open-source repository for Command & Conquer: Red Alert.
- Steam Workshop support integration for easy modding.
- Requires specific libraries like DirectX 5 SDK and Greenleaf Communications Library.
- Includes source code written in C++, Assembly, and C.
- Dependencies for compilation such as Watcom C/C++ and Borland Turbo Assembler.
- Game binaries require the original game to run (available via EA App or Steam).
- Repository archived for preservation, not for active support or contributions.
- Licensed under GPL v3, with additional terms for use and redistribution.
Project Samples
License
GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)Follow Command & Conquer Red Alert
User Reviews
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So awesome that EA has open sourced the code for such a classic game!