Amit Patel on Creating Solar Realms Elite, the BBS Door Game That Captivated a Generation

Interview with Amit Patel, Creator of "Solar Realms Elite"

In 1990, Amit Patel created Solar Realms Elite, a BBS door game that became a classic. In this interview, Patel discusses his early programming experiences, from TRS-80 to Commodore 64, and how he learned by experimenting with games like those in David Ahl's 'Computer Basic Games.' He shares insights into SRE's innovative ANSI interface, its unique game design, and how his curiosity-driven approach to programming shaped the game. Patel also reflects on the BBS era, his brother's role as sysop, and why he preferred OS/2 over Windows.