Comment by msephton
2 years ago
Decker is superficially similar to HyperCard because it's primarily 1-bit, but it's different enough to require a totally new learning curve. It's quite difficult to use, requires learning "Lil" a new and unique language, and is missing many HyperCard/MacPaint affordances you might be looking for if you're expecting HyperCard.
The upshot is that HyperCard artists can't switch and continue to use HyperCard in a browser thanks to Infinite Mac.
So close, yet so far.
Similar, but different.
If the language is the most important thing for you, https://livecode.com/ has a very HyperTalk-like language and runs on modern hardware.
It's not. There's isn't a single most important thing. HyperCard was an almost perfect blend of many things. That's why it's easy to spot when they're missing, like some omissions or differences in Decker.
"Sign up for your demo" .. missed opportunity.
They've done that for years, as well as some very dark patterns, and perplexing dishonest marketing. I tend to avoid them.
It's not everything it was, but HyperCard in a browser is available at https://hypercardsimulator.com
With a browser I can use the original HyperCard via Infinite Mac website. I mention this in my comment. It's insanely great.