Game Overview
JOY OF PROGRAMMING – Software Engineering Simulator is an immersive 3D programming puzzle game about automating and controlling realistic machines, robots, drones and more using real Python code. Build actual coding skills while playing, solve exciting bite-sized programming challenges and progress to unlock new programming features and improved machinery.
- Automate logistics to quickly transport items from A to B
- Write navigation code for cars
- Design graphical user-interfaces for a smart home dashboard
- Crack passwords with brute-force
- Program autonomous vehicles using range scanners, cameras, LiDAR and hit sensors
- Stabilize robots with basic control feedback like PIDs
- Apply computer vision to identify objects
- Use image processing to guide missiles to their intended target
- Solve classical algorithms and data-structures
- Optional tutorial levels, taking beginners step-by-step on their programming journey
- Create your own puzzles with the included level-editor
- Find collectible factsheets with interesting computer-science tidbits
- Earn stars by completing levels and use them to unlock new programming features
- Work towards achieving many different certificates for completing all levels in one category
Installation Instructions
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.com.
- Wait 15 seconds, then click on the “free download” button. Allow the file transfer to complete (note that speeds may be slower with the free plan; upgrading to UploadHaven Pro will increase speeds).
- Once the transfer is complete, right-click the .zip file and select “Extract to JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator” (To do this you must have 7-Zip, which you can get here).
- Open the folder that you just extracted and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy the game! If you encounter any missing DLL errors, check the Redist or _CommonRedist folder and install all necessary programs.
Download Links
Download the full version of the game using the links below.
🛠 Easy Setup Guide
- Check for missing DLL files: Navigate to the
_Redistor_CommonRedistfolder in the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and other dependencies. - Use 7-Zip to extract files: If you receive a “file corrupted” error, re-download and extract again.
- Run as Administrator: Right-click the game’s executable file and select “Run as Administrator” to avoid save issues.
💡 Helpful Tips
- Need installation help? Read our full FAQ & Troubleshooting Guide.
- Antivirus False Positives: Temporarily pause your antivirus software during extraction to prevent it from mistakenly blocking game files.
- Update GPU Drivers: For better performance, update your NVIDIA drivers or AMD drivers.
- Game won’t launch? Try compatibility mode or install missing DirectX updates.
- Still getting errors? Some games require updated Visual C++ Redistributables. Download the All-in-One VC Redist Package and install all versions.
❓ Need More Help?
Visit our FAQ page for solutions to frequently asked questions and common issues.
System Requirements
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11, x64 only
- Processor: Core i5 8400, Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GTX 1070
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 12 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD recommended
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