AI vibe-coded operating system is so bad it can't even run Doom — Vib-OS can't connect to the internet, browser app is an image viewer
Source: Tom’s Hardware
A new vibe‑coded operating system was found to be a woeful attempt at building a PC operating system. This revelation comes via TechTuber Tirimid, who put an AI‑coded OS through his regular set of nine quality checks. Unfortunately, Vib‑OS v2.2.1 – Multi‑Architecture OS with Full GUI was difficult to set up and was stuffed with a mix of serious and odd bugs. Even some of its headline features, like running Doom, simply didn’t work, as shown in the video below.
Testing Method
Tirimid tested the system using QEMU on Linux x86 (the OS claims compatibility with this environment). The test followed his standard nine‑point checklist, which includes installation, basic functionality, and the presence of advertised features.
Findings
Installation & Boot
- Installation was cumbersome and required several hours of troubleshooting before the OS finally booted.
- The desktop loads with a familiar layout: a File Manager, a Terminal link, a central apps bar, and status icons for network and time.
Core Functionality Issues
| Issue | Details |
|---|---|
| Internet connectivity | The OS cannot connect to the internet. |
| File Manager | “New Folder” button and context‑menu actions do nothing. |
| Notepad | Fails to load or save files and does not recognize arrow‑key input. |
| Python support | No Python interpreter is present despite claims in the repository. |
| Games | Pre‑installed games either do not appear or fail to run correctly. |
| Calculator | Works only with keyboard input; on‑screen keypad fails, and decimal input is broken. |
| Clock app | Time does not update unless the window is clicked, and it differs from the status‑bar time. |
| “Browser” app | Functions only as an image viewer, not a web browser. |
Doom Port
The README advertises a “Classic Doom running natively with full graphics, input, and sound support.” However, clicking the Doom icon in the launcher does nothing, and the port does not launch.
Other Pre‑installed Apps
- Snake runs but suffers from severe screen‑update and pacing issues. It earned a single tick on the checklist simply because it launched.
- The Terminal has extremely limited command support; even basic file deletion is impossible.
Conclusion
Vib‑OS v2.2.1 remains far from a usable desktop environment. It struggles with fundamental tasks such as internet access, file management, and basic application functionality. The promised Doom port and other advertised features are non‑functional, and the OS exhibits numerous stability and usability problems. Significant development work is required before Vib‑OS can be considered a competent operating system.