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+# McRogueFace Game-to-API Bridge
+
+A general-purpose API layer that exposes any McRogueFace game to external clients (LLMs, accessibility tools, Twitch integrations, testing harnesses).
+
+## Quick Start
+
+```python
+# In your game script
+import sys
+sys.path.insert(0, '../src/scripts')
+from api import start_server
+
+# Start the API server
+server = start_server(8765)
+```
+
+The API will be available at `http://localhost:8765`.
+
+## API Endpoints
+
+### GET /health
+Health check endpoint.
+
+```bash
+curl http://localhost:8765/health
+```
+
+### GET /scene
+Returns the current scene graph with all UI elements.
+
+```bash
+curl http://localhost:8765/scene
+```
+
+Response includes:
+- Scene name
+- Viewport dimensions
+- All UI elements with type, bounds, visibility, interactivity
+- Nested children
+- Type-specific properties (text for Caption, grid_size for Grid, etc.)
+
+### GET /affordances
+Returns only interactive elements with semantic labels.
+
+```bash
+curl http://localhost:8765/affordances
+```
+
+Response includes:
+- List of clickable elements with:
+  - `id`: Unique affordance ID (for click_affordance)
+  - `label`: Human-readable label (button text or element name)
+  - `type`: Affordance type (button, text_button, icon_button, interactive_grid)
+  - `bounds`: Position and size
+  - `actions`: Available actions (click, hover, grid_cell_click)
+  - `hint`: Developer label if different from display label
+- Default keyboard hints
+
+### GET /screenshot
+Returns a screenshot of the current game state.
+
+```bash
+# Binary PNG
+curl http://localhost:8765/screenshot -o screenshot.png
+
+# Base64 JSON
+curl "http://localhost:8765/screenshot?format=base64"
+```
+
+### GET /metadata
+Returns game metadata for LLM context.
+
+```bash
+curl http://localhost:8765/metadata
+```
+
+### POST /input
+Inject keyboard or mouse input.
+
+```bash
+# Click at coordinates
+curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d '{"action":"click","x":150,"y":100}' \
+  http://localhost:8765/input
+
+# Click affordance by label (fuzzy match)
+curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d '{"action":"click_affordance","label":"Play"}' \
+  http://localhost:8765/input
+
+# Press a key
+curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d '{"action":"key","key":"W"}' \
+  http://localhost:8765/input
+
+# Type text
+curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d '{"action":"type","text":"Hello"}' \
+  http://localhost:8765/input
+
+# Key combination
+curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
+  -d '{"action":"hotkey","keys":["ctrl","s"]}' \
+  http://localhost:8765/input
+```
+
+### GET /wait
+Long-poll endpoint that returns when scene state changes.
+
+```bash
+curl "http://localhost:8765/wait?timeout=30&scene_hash=abc123"
+```
+
+## Customizing Game Metadata
+
+Games can provide rich metadata for external clients:
+
+```python
+from api.metadata import (
+    set_game_info,
+    set_controls,
+    set_keyboard_hints,
+    set_custom_hints,
+)
+
+set_game_info(
+    name="My Game",
+    version="1.0.0",
+    description="A puzzle roguelike"
+)
+
+set_controls({
+    "movement": "W/A/S/D",
+    "attack": "Space",
+})
+
+set_keyboard_hints([
+    {"key": "W", "action": "Move up"},
+    {"key": "Space", "action": "Attack"},
+])
+
+set_custom_hints("""
+Strategy tips:
+- Always check corners
+- Save potions for boss fights
+""")
+```
+
+## Affordance Detection
+
+The API automatically detects interactive elements:
+
+1. **Buttons**: Frame with on_click + Caption child
+2. **Icon Buttons**: Frame with on_click + Sprite child
+3. **Interactive Grids**: Grid with on_cell_click
+4. **Text Buttons**: Caption with on_click
+
+Labels are extracted from:
+1. Caption text inside the element
+2. Element's `name` property (developer hint)
+
+Set meaningful `name` properties on your interactive elements for best results:
+
+```python
+button = mcrfpy.Frame(...)
+button.name = "attack_button"  # Will show in affordances
+```
+
+## Use Cases
+
+- **LLM Co-Play**: AI analyzes game state via /scene and /affordances, sends moves via /input
+- **Accessibility**: Screen readers can get semantic labels from /affordances
+- **Twitch Plays**: Aggregate chat votes and inject via /input
+- **Automated Testing**: Query state, inject inputs, verify outcomes
+
+## Architecture
+
+```
+┌─────────────────────────────────┐
+│     McRogueFace Game Loop       │
+│  (Main Thread - renders game)   │
+└────────────────┬────────────────┘
+                 │
+┌────────────────┴────────────────┐
+│   API Server (Background Thread)│
+│  - Introspects scene graph      │
+│  - Injects input via automation │
+└────────────────┬────────────────┘
+                 │ HTTP :8765
+                 ▼
+┌─────────────────────────────────┐
+│       External Clients          │
+│  (LLMs, tests, accessibility)   │
+└─────────────────────────────────┘
+```
+
+The API server runs in a daemon thread and uses `mcrfpy.lock()` for thread-safe access to the scene graph.
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/__init__.py b/src/scripts/api/__init__.py
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+"""McRogueFace Game-to-API Bridge
+
+Exposes any McRogueFace game to external clients (LLMs, accessibility tools,
+Twitch integrations, testing harnesses) via a background HTTP server.
+
+Usage:
+    # In game script or via --exec
+    import api
+    api.start_server(port=8765)
+
+    # Or auto-starts on import if run via --exec
+"""
+
+from .server import GameAPIServer
+
+__version__ = "0.1.0"
+__all__ = ["start_server", "stop_server", "get_server"]
+
+_server = None
+
+
+def start_server(port: int = 8765) -> GameAPIServer:
+    """Start the API server on the specified port.
+
+    Args:
+        port: HTTP port to listen on (default: 8765)
+
+    Returns:
+        The GameAPIServer instance
+    """
+    global _server
+    if _server is None:
+        _server = GameAPIServer(port)
+        _server.start()
+    return _server
+
+
+def stop_server() -> None:
+    """Stop the API server if running."""
+    global _server
+    if _server is not None:
+        _server.stop()
+        _server = None
+
+
+def get_server() -> GameAPIServer:
+    """Get the current server instance, or None if not running."""
+    return _server
+
+
+# Auto-start when imported via --exec
+# Check if we're being imported as main script
+import sys
+if __name__ == "__main__" or (hasattr(sys, '_called_from_exec') and sys._called_from_exec):
+    start_server()
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/affordances.py b/src/scripts/api/affordances.py
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+"""Affordance detection for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Analyzes the UI hierarchy to extract semantic meaning and identify
+interactive elements with their labels and action types.
+"""
+
+from typing import Dict, Any, List, Optional, Tuple
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+
+# Global affordance ID counter (reset per extraction)
+_affordance_id = 0
+
+
+def get_element_type(element) -> str:
+    """Get the type name of a UI element."""
+    return type(element).__name__
+
+
+def get_bounds(element) -> Dict[str, float]:
+    """Extract bounding box from an element."""
+    try:
+        if hasattr(element, 'get_bounds'):
+            x, y, w, h = element.get_bounds()
+            return {"x": x, "y": y, "w": w, "h": h}
+        elif hasattr(element, 'x') and hasattr(element, 'y'):
+            x = float(element.x) if element.x is not None else 0
+            y = float(element.y) if element.y is not None else 0
+            w = float(getattr(element, 'w', 0) or 0)
+            h = float(getattr(element, 'h', 0) or 0)
+            return {"x": x, "y": y, "w": w, "h": h}
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+    return {"x": 0, "y": 0, "w": 0, "h": 0}
+
+
+def find_label_in_children(element) -> Optional[str]:
+    """Search children for Caption text to use as label."""
+    if not hasattr(element, 'children'):
+        return None
+
+    try:
+        for child in element.children:
+            child_type = get_element_type(child)
+            if child_type == "Caption":
+                text = str(getattr(child, 'text', ''))
+                if text.strip():
+                    return text.strip()
+            # Recurse into child frames
+            if child_type == "Frame":
+                label = find_label_in_children(child)
+                if label:
+                    return label
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+
+    return None
+
+
+def find_icon_in_children(element) -> Optional[int]:
+    """Search children for Sprite to identify icon buttons."""
+    if not hasattr(element, 'children'):
+        return None
+
+    try:
+        for child in element.children:
+            child_type = get_element_type(child)
+            if child_type == "Sprite":
+                return int(getattr(child, 'sprite_index', 0))
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+
+    return None
+
+
+def find_label(element) -> Optional[str]:
+    """Find the best label for an interactive element.
+
+    Priority:
+    1. Caption child text (most user-visible)
+    2. Element name property (developer hint)
+    3. Nearby caption text (for icon buttons)
+
+    Returns the most user-friendly label for display/matching.
+    """
+    element_type = get_element_type(element)
+
+    # For Caption elements, use their text directly
+    if element_type == "Caption":
+        text = str(getattr(element, 'text', ''))
+        if text.strip():
+            return text.strip()
+
+    # Search children for Caption first (most visible to user)
+    label = find_label_in_children(element)
+    if label:
+        return label
+
+    # Fall back to element name (developer hint)
+    name = getattr(element, 'name', None)
+    if name and str(name).strip():
+        return str(name).strip()
+
+    # For Sprite buttons, mention it's an icon
+    if element_type == "Sprite":
+        sprite_index = int(getattr(element, 'sprite_index', 0))
+        return f"Icon button (sprite #{sprite_index})"
+
+    return None
+
+
+def classify_affordance(element) -> str:
+    """Classify what type of affordance this element represents."""
+    element_type = get_element_type(element)
+
+    if element_type == "Grid":
+        if getattr(element, 'on_cell_click', None):
+            return "interactive_grid"
+        return "grid"
+
+    if element_type == "Caption":
+        if getattr(element, 'on_click', None):
+            return "text_button"
+        return "label"
+
+    if element_type == "Sprite":
+        if getattr(element, 'on_click', None):
+            return "icon_button"
+        return "icon"
+
+    if element_type == "Frame":
+        has_click = getattr(element, 'on_click', None) is not None
+
+        # Frame with click + caption child = button
+        if has_click:
+            label = find_label_in_children(element)
+            icon = find_icon_in_children(element)
+            if label and icon is not None:
+                return "button"  # Has both text and icon
+            elif label:
+                return "text_button"
+            elif icon is not None:
+                return "icon_button"
+            return "clickable_area"
+
+        # Frame without click but with children = container
+        if hasattr(element, 'children'):
+            try:
+                if len(list(element.children)) > 0:
+                    return "container"
+            except Exception:
+                pass
+
+        return "panel"
+
+    return "unknown"
+
+
+def get_accepted_actions(element, affordance_type: str) -> List[str]:
+    """Determine what actions an affordance accepts."""
+    actions = []
+
+    if getattr(element, 'on_click', None):
+        actions.append("click")
+
+    if getattr(element, 'on_enter', None) or getattr(element, 'on_exit', None):
+        actions.append("hover")
+
+    if affordance_type == "interactive_grid":
+        actions.append("grid_cell_click")
+        if getattr(element, 'on_cell_enter', None):
+            actions.append("grid_cell_hover")
+
+    return actions if actions else ["none"]
+
+
+def extract_affordance(element, parent_bounds: Optional[Dict] = None) -> Optional[Dict[str, Any]]:
+    """Extract affordance information from a single element.
+
+    Args:
+        element: UI element to analyze
+        parent_bounds: Parent's bounds for relative positioning
+
+    Returns:
+        Affordance dict or None if not interactive
+    """
+    global _affordance_id
+
+    element_type = get_element_type(element)
+    has_click = getattr(element, 'on_click', None) is not None
+    has_cell_click = getattr(element, 'on_cell_click', None) is not None
+    has_hover = (getattr(element, 'on_enter', None) is not None or
+                 getattr(element, 'on_exit', None) is not None)
+
+    # Skip non-interactive elements (unless they're grids with cell callbacks)
+    if not (has_click or has_cell_click or has_hover):
+        return None
+
+    bounds = get_bounds(element)
+    label = find_label(element)
+    affordance_type = classify_affordance(element)
+    actions = get_accepted_actions(element, affordance_type)
+
+    _affordance_id += 1
+
+    affordance = {
+        "id": _affordance_id,
+        "type": affordance_type,
+        "element_type": element_type,
+        "label": label,
+        "bounds": bounds,
+        "actions": actions,
+    }
+
+    # Add grid-specific info
+    if element_type == "Grid":
+        grid_size = getattr(element, 'grid_size', None)
+        if grid_size:
+            try:
+                grid_w = int(grid_size.x) if hasattr(grid_size, 'x') else int(grid_size[0])
+                grid_h = int(grid_size.y) if hasattr(grid_size, 'y') else int(grid_size[1])
+                affordance["grid_size"] = {"w": grid_w, "h": grid_h}
+            except Exception:
+                pass
+
+        # Count entities
+        try:
+            entity_count = len(list(element.entities))
+            affordance["entity_count"] = entity_count
+        except Exception:
+            pass
+
+    # Add hint if name was used
+    name = getattr(element, 'name', None)
+    if name and str(name).strip():
+        affordance["hint"] = f"Developer label: {name}"
+
+    return affordance
+
+
+def extract_affordances_recursive(element, affordances: List[Dict], depth: int = 0, max_depth: int = 10) -> None:
+    """Recursively extract affordances from element and children.
+
+    Args:
+        element: Current element to process
+        affordances: List to append affordances to
+        depth: Current recursion depth
+        max_depth: Maximum depth to recurse
+    """
+    if depth > max_depth:
+        return
+
+    # Extract affordance for this element
+    affordance = extract_affordance(element)
+    if affordance:
+        affordances.append(affordance)
+
+    # Process children
+    if hasattr(element, 'children'):
+        try:
+            for child in element.children:
+                extract_affordances_recursive(child, affordances, depth + 1, max_depth)
+        except Exception:
+            pass
+
+
+def extract_affordances() -> List[Dict[str, Any]]:
+    """Extract all interactive affordances from the current scene.
+
+    Returns:
+        List of affordance dictionaries
+    """
+    global _affordance_id
+    _affordance_id = 0  # Reset counter
+
+    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+    affordances = []
+
+    try:
+        if scene:
+            for element in scene.children:
+                extract_affordances_recursive(element, affordances)
+    except Exception as e:
+        pass
+
+    return affordances
+
+
+def extract_keyboard_hints() -> List[Dict[str, str]]:
+    """Extract keyboard control hints.
+
+    This is a placeholder that returns common roguelike controls.
+    Games can override this via the metadata endpoint.
+
+    Returns:
+        List of keyboard hint dictionaries
+    """
+    # Default roguelike controls - games should customize via metadata
+    return [
+        {"key": "W/A/S/D", "action": "Move"},
+        {"key": "Arrow keys", "action": "Move (alternative)"},
+        {"key": "ESCAPE", "action": "Menu/Cancel"},
+        {"key": "SPACE", "action": "Confirm/Interact"},
+        {"key": "1-9", "action": "Use inventory item"},
+    ]
+
+
+def find_affordance_by_id(affordance_id: int) -> Optional[Dict[str, Any]]:
+    """Find an affordance by its ID.
+
+    Args:
+        affordance_id: The ID to search for
+
+    Returns:
+        The affordance dict or None
+    """
+    affordances = extract_affordances()
+    for aff in affordances:
+        if aff.get("id") == affordance_id:
+            return aff
+    return None
+
+
+def find_affordance_by_label(label: str, fuzzy: bool = True) -> Optional[Dict[str, Any]]:
+    """Find an affordance by its label.
+
+    Args:
+        label: The label to search for
+        fuzzy: If True, do case-insensitive substring matching
+
+    Returns:
+        The affordance dict or None
+    """
+    affordances = extract_affordances()
+    label_lower = label.lower()
+
+    for aff in affordances:
+        aff_label = aff.get("label")
+        if aff_label is None:
+            continue
+
+        if fuzzy:
+            if label_lower in aff_label.lower():
+                return aff
+        else:
+            if aff_label == label:
+                return aff
+
+    return None
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/example_integration.py b/src/scripts/api/example_integration.py
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+"""Example: Integrating a McRogueFace game with the API bridge.
+
+This file shows how a game script can integrate with the API to provide
+rich metadata and semantic hints for external clients.
+"""
+
+# Import the API module
+import sys
+sys.path.insert(0, '../src/scripts')
+
+from api import start_server
+from api.metadata import (
+    set_game_info,
+    set_controls,
+    set_keyboard_hints,
+    set_custom_hints,
+    register_scene,
+)
+
+
+def setup_api_for_crypt_of_sokoban():
+    """Example setup for the Crypt of Sokoban game."""
+
+    # Set basic game info
+    set_game_info(
+        name="Crypt of Sokoban",
+        version="0.1.0",
+        description="A puzzle roguelike combining Sokoban mechanics with dungeon exploration. Push boulders, avoid enemies, and descend deeper into the crypt.",
+        author="7DRL 2025"
+    )
+
+    # Set control descriptions
+    set_controls({
+        "movement": "W/A/S/D keys",
+        "wait": "Period (.) to skip turn",
+        "zap": "Z to use equipped item's active ability",
+        "use_item_1": "Numpad 1 to use first inventory slot",
+        "use_item_2": "Numpad 2 to use second inventory slot",
+        "use_item_3": "Numpad 3 to use third inventory slot",
+        "pull_boulder": "X to pull adjacent boulder toward you",
+        "debug_descend": "P to descend (debug)",
+    })
+
+    # Set keyboard hints for LLM context
+    set_keyboard_hints([
+        {"key": "W", "action": "Move up"},
+        {"key": "A", "action": "Move left"},
+        {"key": "S", "action": "Move down"},
+        {"key": "D", "action": "Move right"},
+        {"key": ".", "action": "Wait (skip turn, enemies still move)"},
+        {"key": "Z", "action": "Zap - use equipped item's ability"},
+        {"key": "X", "action": "Pull boulder toward you"},
+        {"key": "1", "action": "Use item in slot 1"},
+        {"key": "2", "action": "Use item in slot 2"},
+        {"key": "3", "action": "Use item in slot 3"},
+    ])
+
+    # Set custom hints for LLM strategizing
+    set_custom_hints("""
+Crypt of Sokoban Strategy Guide:
+
+CORE MECHANICS:
+- Push boulders by walking into them (if space behind is clear)
+- Pull boulders with X key while standing adjacent
+- Boulders block enemy movement - use them as barriers!
+- Step on buttons to unlock doors/exits
+- Each floor has one exit that leads deeper
+
+ENEMIES:
+- Rats: Basic enemy, moves toward you
+- Big Rats: Tougher, 2 damage per hit
+- Cyclops: Very dangerous, 3 damage, can push boulders!
+
+ITEMS:
+- Potions: Consumable healing/buffs (use with 1/2/3 keys)
+- Weapons: Equip for passive bonuses and active abilities
+- Each item has a "zap" ability on cooldown
+
+STRATEGY TIPS:
+- Always look for buttons before moving - stepping on them opens paths
+- Trap enemies behind boulders when possible
+- Don't get cornered - keep escape routes open
+- Use Z ability when enemies cluster together
+- Higher floors have better loot but harder enemies
+""")
+
+    # Register scenes
+    register_scene("menu", "Main menu with Play, Settings, and audio controls")
+    register_scene("play", "Main gameplay scene with dungeon grid, HUD, and sidebar")
+
+    # Start the server
+    server = start_server(8765)
+    print("[Game] API bridge configured for Crypt of Sokoban")
+
+    return server
+
+
+# Example usage in game.py:
+# from api.example_integration import setup_api_for_crypt_of_sokoban
+# api_server = setup_api_for_crypt_of_sokoban()
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/input_handler.py b/src/scripts/api/input_handler.py
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+"""Input action handling for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Dispatches input actions to the mcrfpy.automation module for
+keyboard/mouse injection into the game.
+"""
+
+from typing import Dict, Any, Optional
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+from .affordances import find_affordance_by_id, find_affordance_by_label
+
+
+def execute_action(action_data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Execute an input action.
+
+    Args:
+        action_data: Dictionary describing the action to perform
+
+    Returns:
+        Result dictionary with success status
+
+    Raises:
+        ValueError: If action is invalid or missing required fields
+    """
+    action = action_data.get("action")
+
+    if action == "click":
+        return execute_click(action_data)
+    elif action == "click_affordance":
+        return execute_click_affordance(action_data)
+    elif action == "type":
+        return execute_type(action_data)
+    elif action == "key":
+        return execute_key(action_data)
+    elif action == "hotkey":
+        return execute_hotkey(action_data)
+    elif action == "grid_click":
+        return execute_grid_click(action_data)
+    elif action == "move":
+        return execute_move(action_data)
+    elif action == "drag":
+        return execute_drag(action_data)
+    else:
+        raise ValueError(f"Unknown action: {action}")
+
+
+def execute_click(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Execute a mouse click at coordinates.
+
+    Required fields:
+        x: X coordinate
+        y: Y coordinate
+
+    Optional fields:
+        button: 'left', 'right', or 'middle' (default: 'left')
+        clicks: Number of clicks (default: 1)
+    """
+    x = data.get("x")
+    y = data.get("y")
+
+    if x is None or y is None:
+        raise ValueError("click requires 'x' and 'y' coordinates")
+
+    button = data.get("button", "left")
+    clicks = data.get("clicks", 1)
+
+    # Validate button
+    if button not in ("left", "right", "middle"):
+        raise ValueError(f"Invalid button: {button}")
+
+    # Use automation module - click expects pos as tuple
+    mcrfpy.automation.click(pos=(int(x), int(y)), clicks=clicks, button=button)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "click",
+        "x": x,
+        "y": y,
+        "button": button,
+        "clicks": clicks
+    }
+
+
+def execute_click_affordance(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Click an affordance by ID or label.
+
+    Required fields (one of):
+        id: Affordance ID
+        label: Affordance label (supports fuzzy matching)
+
+    Optional fields:
+        button: 'left', 'right', or 'middle' (default: 'left')
+    """
+    affordance = None
+
+    if "id" in data:
+        affordance = find_affordance_by_id(int(data["id"]))
+        if not affordance:
+            raise ValueError(f"Affordance with ID {data['id']} not found")
+    elif "label" in data:
+        affordance = find_affordance_by_label(data["label"], fuzzy=True)
+        if not affordance:
+            raise ValueError(f"Affordance with label '{data['label']}' not found")
+    else:
+        raise ValueError("click_affordance requires 'id' or 'label'")
+
+    # Get center of affordance bounds
+    bounds = affordance["bounds"]
+    center_x = bounds["x"] + bounds["w"] / 2
+    center_y = bounds["y"] + bounds["h"] / 2
+
+    button = data.get("button", "left")
+
+    mcrfpy.automation.click(pos=(int(center_x), int(center_y)), button=button)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "click_affordance",
+        "affordance_id": affordance["id"],
+        "affordance_label": affordance.get("label"),
+        "x": center_x,
+        "y": center_y,
+        "button": button
+    }
+
+
+def execute_type(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Type text into the game.
+
+    Required fields:
+        text: String to type
+
+    Optional fields:
+        interval: Delay between keystrokes in seconds (default: 0)
+    """
+    text = data.get("text")
+    if text is None:
+        raise ValueError("type requires 'text' field")
+
+    interval = float(data.get("interval", 0))
+
+    mcrfpy.automation.typewrite(str(text), interval=interval)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "type",
+        "text": text,
+        "length": len(text)
+    }
+
+
+def execute_key(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Press a single key.
+
+    Required fields:
+        key: Key name (e.g., 'ESCAPE', 'SPACE', 'W', 'F1')
+    """
+    key = data.get("key")
+    if key is None:
+        raise ValueError("key requires 'key' field")
+
+    # Normalize key name
+    key = str(key).upper()
+
+    # Map common key names
+    key_map = {
+        "ESCAPE": "escape",
+        "ESC": "escape",
+        "SPACE": "space",
+        "ENTER": "return",
+        "RETURN": "return",
+        "TAB": "tab",
+        "BACKSPACE": "backspace",
+        "DELETE": "delete",
+        "UP": "up",
+        "DOWN": "down",
+        "LEFT": "left",
+        "RIGHT": "right",
+        "SHIFT": "shift",
+        "CTRL": "ctrl",
+        "CONTROL": "ctrl",
+        "ALT": "alt",
+    }
+
+    normalized_key = key_map.get(key, key.lower())
+
+    # Press and release
+    mcrfpy.automation.keyDown(normalized_key)
+    mcrfpy.automation.keyUp(normalized_key)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "key",
+        "key": key
+    }
+
+
+def execute_hotkey(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Press a key combination.
+
+    Required fields:
+        keys: List of keys to press together (e.g., ['ctrl', 's'])
+    """
+    keys = data.get("keys")
+    if keys is None or not isinstance(keys, list):
+        raise ValueError("hotkey requires 'keys' as a list")
+
+    if len(keys) == 0:
+        raise ValueError("hotkey requires at least one key")
+
+    # Press all modifier keys down
+    for key in keys[:-1]:
+        mcrfpy.automation.keyDown(str(key).lower())
+
+    # Press and release the final key
+    final_key = str(keys[-1]).lower()
+    mcrfpy.automation.keyDown(final_key)
+    mcrfpy.automation.keyUp(final_key)
+
+    # Release modifier keys in reverse order
+    for key in reversed(keys[:-1]):
+        mcrfpy.automation.keyUp(str(key).lower())
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "hotkey",
+        "keys": keys
+    }
+
+
+def execute_grid_click(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Click a specific cell in a grid.
+
+    Required fields:
+        cell: Dict with 'x' and 'y' grid coordinates
+
+    Optional fields:
+        grid_id: Name of the grid (uses first grid if not specified)
+        button: 'left', 'right', or 'middle' (default: 'left')
+    """
+    cell = data.get("cell")
+    if cell is None or "x" not in cell or "y" not in cell:
+        raise ValueError("grid_click requires 'cell' with 'x' and 'y'")
+
+    cell_x = int(cell["x"])
+    cell_y = int(cell["y"])
+    button = data.get("button", "left")
+    grid_name = data.get("grid_id")
+
+    # Find the grid
+    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+    if not scene:
+        raise ValueError("No active scene")
+
+    target_grid = None
+    for element in scene.children:
+        if type(element).__name__ == "Grid":
+            name = getattr(element, 'name', None)
+            if grid_name is None or name == grid_name:
+                target_grid = element
+                break
+
+    if target_grid is None:
+        raise ValueError(f"Grid not found" + (f": {grid_name}" if grid_name else ""))
+
+    # Calculate pixel position from cell coordinates
+    # Get grid bounds and cell size
+    try:
+        gx, gy, gw, gh = target_grid.get_bounds()
+    except Exception:
+        gx = float(target_grid.x)
+        gy = float(target_grid.y)
+        gw = float(target_grid.w)
+        gh = float(target_grid.h)
+
+    grid_size = target_grid.grid_size
+    grid_w = int(grid_size.x) if hasattr(grid_size, 'x') else int(grid_size[0])
+    grid_h = int(grid_size.y) if hasattr(grid_size, 'y') else int(grid_size[1])
+
+    zoom = float(getattr(target_grid, 'zoom', 1.0))
+    center = getattr(target_grid, 'center', None)
+
+    # Calculate cell size in pixels
+    # This is approximate - actual rendering may differ based on zoom/center
+    if grid_w > 0 and grid_h > 0:
+        cell_pixel_w = gw / grid_w
+        cell_pixel_h = gh / grid_h
+
+        # Calculate center of target cell
+        pixel_x = gx + (cell_x + 0.5) * cell_pixel_w
+        pixel_y = gy + (cell_y + 0.5) * cell_pixel_h
+
+        mcrfpy.automation.click(pos=(int(pixel_x), int(pixel_y)), button=button)
+
+        return {
+            "success": True,
+            "action": "grid_click",
+            "cell": {"x": cell_x, "y": cell_y},
+            "pixel": {"x": pixel_x, "y": pixel_y},
+            "button": button
+        }
+    else:
+        raise ValueError("Grid has invalid dimensions")
+
+
+def execute_move(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Move the mouse to coordinates without clicking.
+
+    Required fields:
+        x: X coordinate
+        y: Y coordinate
+
+    Optional fields:
+        duration: Time to move in seconds (default: 0)
+    """
+    x = data.get("x")
+    y = data.get("y")
+
+    if x is None or y is None:
+        raise ValueError("move requires 'x' and 'y' coordinates")
+
+    duration = float(data.get("duration", 0))
+
+    mcrfpy.automation.moveTo(int(x), int(y), duration=duration)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "move",
+        "x": x,
+        "y": y,
+        "duration": duration
+    }
+
+
+def execute_drag(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Drag from current position or specified start to end.
+
+    Required fields:
+        end_x: End X coordinate
+        end_y: End Y coordinate
+
+    Optional fields:
+        start_x: Start X coordinate
+        start_y: Start Y coordinate
+        button: 'left', 'right', or 'middle' (default: 'left')
+        duration: Time to drag in seconds (default: 0)
+    """
+    end_x = data.get("end_x")
+    end_y = data.get("end_y")
+
+    if end_x is None or end_y is None:
+        raise ValueError("drag requires 'end_x' and 'end_y' coordinates")
+
+    start_x = data.get("start_x")
+    start_y = data.get("start_y")
+    button = data.get("button", "left")
+    duration = float(data.get("duration", 0))
+
+    # Move to start if specified
+    if start_x is not None and start_y is not None:
+        mcrfpy.automation.moveTo(int(start_x), int(start_y))
+
+    mcrfpy.automation.dragTo(int(end_x), int(end_y), duration=duration, button=button)
+
+    return {
+        "success": True,
+        "action": "drag",
+        "end_x": end_x,
+        "end_y": end_y,
+        "button": button,
+        "duration": duration
+    }
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/introspection.py b/src/scripts/api/introspection.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..35fa86e
--- /dev/null
+++ b/src/scripts/api/introspection.py
@@ -0,0 +1,282 @@
+"""Scene graph introspection for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Provides functions to serialize the current scene graph to JSON,
+extracting element types, bounds, properties, and children.
+"""
+
+import hashlib
+import json
+import time
+from typing import Dict, Any, List, Optional, Tuple
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+
+def get_element_type(element) -> str:
+    """Get the type name of a UI element."""
+    type_name = type(element).__name__
+    # Handle potential wrapper types
+    if hasattr(element, '__class__'):
+        return element.__class__.__name__
+    return type_name
+
+
+def get_bounds(element) -> Dict[str, float]:
+    """Extract bounding box from an element."""
+    try:
+        if hasattr(element, 'get_bounds'):
+            x, y, w, h = element.get_bounds()
+            return {"x": x, "y": y, "w": w, "h": h}
+        elif hasattr(element, 'x') and hasattr(element, 'y'):
+            x = float(element.x) if element.x is not None else 0
+            y = float(element.y) if element.y is not None else 0
+            w = float(getattr(element, 'w', 0) or 0)
+            h = float(getattr(element, 'h', 0) or 0)
+            return {"x": x, "y": y, "w": w, "h": h}
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+    return {"x": 0, "y": 0, "w": 0, "h": 0}
+
+
+def is_interactive(element) -> bool:
+    """Check if an element has interactive callbacks."""
+    return (
+        getattr(element, 'on_click', None) is not None or
+        getattr(element, 'on_enter', None) is not None or
+        getattr(element, 'on_exit', None) is not None or
+        getattr(element, 'on_cell_click', None) is not None
+    )
+
+
+def serialize_color(color) -> Optional[Dict[str, int]]:
+    """Serialize a color object to dict."""
+    if color is None:
+        return None
+    try:
+        return {
+            "r": int(color.r),
+            "g": int(color.g),
+            "b": int(color.b),
+            "a": int(getattr(color, 'a', 255))
+        }
+    except Exception:
+        return None
+
+
+def serialize_vector(vec) -> Optional[Dict[str, float]]:
+    """Serialize a Vector object to dict."""
+    if vec is None:
+        return None
+    try:
+        return {"x": float(vec.x), "y": float(vec.y)}
+    except Exception:
+        return None
+
+
+def serialize_entity(entity) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Serialize an Entity to dict."""
+    data = {
+        "type": "Entity",
+        "name": getattr(entity, 'name', None) or "",
+        "grid_x": float(getattr(entity, 'grid_x', 0)),
+        "grid_y": float(getattr(entity, 'grid_y', 0)),
+        "sprite_index": int(getattr(entity, 'sprite_index', 0)),
+        "visible": bool(getattr(entity, 'visible', True)),
+    }
+    return data
+
+
+def serialize_grid(grid) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Serialize a Grid element with its entities."""
+    bounds = get_bounds(grid)
+
+    # Get grid dimensions
+    grid_size = getattr(grid, 'grid_size', None)
+    if grid_size:
+        try:
+            grid_w = int(grid_size.x) if hasattr(grid_size, 'x') else int(grid_size[0])
+            grid_h = int(grid_size.y) if hasattr(grid_size, 'y') else int(grid_size[1])
+        except Exception:
+            grid_w = grid_h = 0
+    else:
+        grid_w = int(getattr(grid, 'grid_w', 0))
+        grid_h = int(getattr(grid, 'grid_h', 0))
+
+    # Get camera info
+    center = getattr(grid, 'center', None)
+    zoom = float(getattr(grid, 'zoom', 1.0))
+
+    # Serialize entities
+    entities = []
+    try:
+        for entity in grid.entities:
+            entities.append(serialize_entity(entity))
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+
+    data = {
+        "type": "Grid",
+        "name": getattr(grid, 'name', None) or "",
+        "bounds": bounds,
+        "visible": bool(getattr(grid, 'visible', True)),
+        "interactive": is_interactive(grid),
+        "grid_size": {"w": grid_w, "h": grid_h},
+        "zoom": zoom,
+        "center": serialize_vector(center),
+        "entity_count": len(entities),
+        "entities": entities,
+        "has_cell_click": getattr(grid, 'on_cell_click', None) is not None,
+        "has_cell_enter": getattr(grid, 'on_cell_enter', None) is not None,
+    }
+
+    # Add cell size estimate if texture available
+    texture = getattr(grid, 'texture', None)
+    if texture:
+        # Texture dimensions divided by sprite count would give cell size
+        # but this is an approximation
+        data["has_texture"] = True
+
+    return data
+
+
+def serialize_element(element, depth: int = 0, max_depth: int = 10) -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Serialize a UI element to a dictionary.
+
+    Args:
+        element: The UI element to serialize
+        depth: Current recursion depth
+        max_depth: Maximum recursion depth for children
+
+    Returns:
+        Dictionary representation of the element
+    """
+    element_type = get_element_type(element)
+    bounds = get_bounds(element)
+
+    # Special handling for Grid
+    if element_type == "Grid":
+        return serialize_grid(element)
+
+    data = {
+        "type": element_type,
+        "name": getattr(element, 'name', None) or "",
+        "bounds": bounds,
+        "visible": bool(getattr(element, 'visible', True)),
+        "interactive": is_interactive(element),
+        "z_index": int(getattr(element, 'z_index', 0)),
+    }
+
+    # Add type-specific properties
+    if element_type == "Caption":
+        data["text"] = str(getattr(element, 'text', ""))
+        data["font_size"] = float(getattr(element, 'font_size', 12))
+        data["fill_color"] = serialize_color(getattr(element, 'fill_color', None))
+
+    elif element_type == "Frame":
+        data["fill_color"] = serialize_color(getattr(element, 'fill_color', None))
+        data["outline"] = float(getattr(element, 'outline', 0))
+        data["clip_children"] = bool(getattr(element, 'clip_children', False))
+
+    elif element_type == "Sprite":
+        data["sprite_index"] = int(getattr(element, 'sprite_index', 0))
+        data["scale"] = float(getattr(element, 'scale', 1.0))
+
+    elif element_type in ("Line", "Circle", "Arc"):
+        data["color"] = serialize_color(getattr(element, 'color', None))
+        if element_type == "Circle":
+            data["radius"] = float(getattr(element, 'radius', 0))
+        elif element_type == "Arc":
+            data["radius"] = float(getattr(element, 'radius', 0))
+            data["start_angle"] = float(getattr(element, 'start_angle', 0))
+            data["end_angle"] = float(getattr(element, 'end_angle', 0))
+
+    # Handle children recursively
+    if hasattr(element, 'children') and depth < max_depth:
+        children = []
+        try:
+            for child in element.children:
+                children.append(serialize_element(child, depth + 1, max_depth))
+        except Exception:
+            pass
+        data["children"] = children
+        data["child_count"] = len(children)
+
+    return data
+
+
+def serialize_scene() -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Serialize the entire current scene graph.
+
+    Returns:
+        Dictionary with scene name, viewport info, and all elements
+    """
+    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+    scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+
+    # Get viewport size
+    try:
+        width, height = mcrfpy.automation.size()
+    except Exception:
+        width, height = 1024, 768
+
+    # Get scene UI elements from the scene object directly
+    elements = []
+    try:
+        if scene:
+            for element in scene.children:
+                elements.append(serialize_element(element))
+    except Exception as e:
+        pass
+
+    return {
+        "scene_name": scene_name,
+        "timestamp": time.time(),
+        "viewport": {"width": width, "height": height},
+        "element_count": len(elements),
+        "elements": elements
+    }
+
+
+def get_scene_hash() -> str:
+    """Compute a hash of the current scene state for change detection.
+
+    This is a lightweight hash that captures:
+    - Scene name
+    - Number of top-level elements
+    - Element names and types
+
+    Returns:
+        Hex string hash of scene state
+    """
+    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+    scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+
+    state_parts = [scene_name]
+
+    try:
+        if scene:
+            ui = scene.children
+            state_parts.append(str(len(ui)))
+
+            for element in ui:
+                element_type = get_element_type(element)
+                name = getattr(element, 'name', '') or ''
+                state_parts.append(f"{element_type}:{name}")
+
+                # For captions, include text (truncated)
+                if element_type == "Caption":
+                    text = str(getattr(element, 'text', ''))[:50]
+                    state_parts.append(text)
+
+                # For grids, include entity count
+                if element_type == "Grid":
+                    try:
+                        entity_count = len(list(element.entities))
+                        state_parts.append(f"entities:{entity_count}")
+                    except Exception:
+                        pass
+    except Exception:
+        pass
+
+    state_str = "|".join(state_parts)
+    return hashlib.md5(state_str.encode()).hexdigest()[:16]
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/metadata.py b/src/scripts/api/metadata.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..f94bd91
--- /dev/null
+++ b/src/scripts/api/metadata.py
@@ -0,0 +1,169 @@
+"""Game metadata management for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Stores and retrieves game-specific metadata that helps external clients
+understand the game's controls, purpose, and current state.
+"""
+
+from typing import Dict, Any, List, Optional
+import time
+
+# Global metadata storage
+_metadata: Dict[str, Any] = {
+    "game_name": "McRogueFace Game",
+    "version": "0.1.0",
+    "description": "A game built with McRogueFace engine",
+    "controls": {
+        "movement": "W/A/S/D or Arrow keys",
+        "interact": "Space or Enter",
+        "cancel": "Escape",
+    },
+    "scenes": [],
+    "custom_hints": "",
+    "keyboard_hints": [],
+}
+
+
+def get_game_metadata() -> Dict[str, Any]:
+    """Get the current game metadata.
+
+    Returns:
+        Dictionary containing game metadata
+    """
+    import mcrfpy
+
+    # Add dynamic data
+    result = dict(_metadata)
+    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+    result["current_scene"] = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+    result["timestamp"] = time.time()
+
+    # Get viewport size
+    try:
+        width, height = mcrfpy.automation.size()
+        result["viewport"] = {"width": width, "height": height}
+    except Exception:
+        result["viewport"] = {"width": 1024, "height": 768}
+
+    return result
+
+
+def set_game_metadata(data: Dict[str, Any]) -> None:
+    """Update game metadata.
+
+    Games can call this to provide richer information to API clients.
+
+    Args:
+        data: Dictionary of metadata fields to update
+    """
+    global _metadata
+
+    # Allowed fields to update
+    allowed_fields = {
+        "game_name",
+        "version",
+        "description",
+        "controls",
+        "scenes",
+        "custom_hints",
+        "keyboard_hints",
+        "author",
+        "url",
+        "tags",
+    }
+
+    for key, value in data.items():
+        if key in allowed_fields:
+            _metadata[key] = value
+
+
+def set_game_info(
+    name: Optional[str] = None,
+    version: Optional[str] = None,
+    description: Optional[str] = None,
+    author: Optional[str] = None,
+) -> None:
+    """Convenience function to set basic game info.
+
+    Args:
+        name: Game name
+        version: Game version string
+        description: Brief description
+        author: Author name
+    """
+    if name is not None:
+        _metadata["game_name"] = name
+    if version is not None:
+        _metadata["version"] = version
+    if description is not None:
+        _metadata["description"] = description
+    if author is not None:
+        _metadata["author"] = author
+
+
+def set_controls(controls: Dict[str, str]) -> None:
+    """Set control descriptions.
+
+    Args:
+        controls: Dict mapping action names to control descriptions
+    """
+    _metadata["controls"] = controls
+
+
+def set_keyboard_hints(hints: List[Dict[str, str]]) -> None:
+    """Set keyboard hints for the API.
+
+    Args:
+        hints: List of dicts with 'key' and 'action' fields
+    """
+    _metadata["keyboard_hints"] = hints
+
+
+def add_keyboard_hint(key: str, action: str) -> None:
+    """Add a single keyboard hint.
+
+    Args:
+        key: Key or key combination
+        action: Description of what it does
+    """
+    if "keyboard_hints" not in _metadata:
+        _metadata["keyboard_hints"] = []
+
+    _metadata["keyboard_hints"].append({
+        "key": key,
+        "action": action
+    })
+
+
+def set_custom_hints(hints: str) -> None:
+    """Set custom hints text for LLM context.
+
+    This can be any text that helps an LLM understand
+    the game better - strategy tips, game rules, etc.
+
+    Args:
+        hints: Free-form hint text
+    """
+    _metadata["custom_hints"] = hints
+
+
+def register_scene(scene_name: str, description: Optional[str] = None) -> None:
+    """Register a scene for the API.
+
+    Args:
+        scene_name: Name of the scene
+        description: Optional description of what this scene is for
+    """
+    if "scenes" not in _metadata:
+        _metadata["scenes"] = []
+
+    scene_info = {"name": scene_name}
+    if description:
+        scene_info["description"] = description
+
+    # Update if exists, add if not
+    for i, s in enumerate(_metadata["scenes"]):
+        if s.get("name") == scene_name:
+            _metadata["scenes"][i] = scene_info
+            return
+
+    _metadata["scenes"].append(scene_info)
diff --git a/src/scripts/api/server.py b/src/scripts/api/server.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..4a9bb51
--- /dev/null
+++ b/src/scripts/api/server.py
@@ -0,0 +1,371 @@
+"""HTTP server for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Runs in a background daemon thread and provides REST endpoints for
+scene introspection, affordance analysis, and input injection.
+"""
+
+import json
+import threading
+import hashlib
+import time
+import tempfile
+import os
+from http.server import HTTPServer, BaseHTTPRequestHandler
+from urllib.parse import urlparse, parse_qs
+from typing import Dict, Any, Optional
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+from .introspection import serialize_scene, get_scene_hash
+from .affordances import extract_affordances, extract_keyboard_hints
+from .input_handler import execute_action
+from .metadata import get_game_metadata, set_game_metadata
+
+
+class GameAPIHandler(BaseHTTPRequestHandler):
+    """HTTP request handler for the game API."""
+
+    # Class-level reference to server for metadata access
+    api_server = None
+
+    def log_message(self, format, *args):
+        """Override to use custom logging instead of stderr."""
+        # Enable for debugging
+        print(f"[API] {format % args}", flush=True)
+
+    def log_error(self, format, *args):
+        """Log errors."""
+        print(f"[API ERROR] {format % args}", flush=True)
+
+    def send_json(self, data: Dict[str, Any], status: int = 200) -> None:
+        """Send a JSON response."""
+        body = json.dumps(data, indent=2).encode('utf-8')
+        self.send_response(status)
+        self.send_header('Content-Type', 'application/json')
+        self.send_header('Content-Length', len(body))
+        self.send_header('Access-Control-Allow-Origin', '*')
+        self.end_headers()
+        self.wfile.write(body)
+
+    def send_error_json(self, message: str, status: int = 400) -> None:
+        """Send a JSON error response."""
+        self.send_json({"error": message}, status)
+
+    def send_file(self, filepath: str, content_type: str = 'application/octet-stream') -> None:
+        """Send a file as response."""
+        try:
+            with open(filepath, 'rb') as f:
+                data = f.read()
+            self.send_response(200)
+            self.send_header('Content-Type', content_type)
+            self.send_header('Content-Length', len(data))
+            self.send_header('Access-Control-Allow-Origin', '*')
+            self.end_headers()
+            self.wfile.write(data)
+        except FileNotFoundError:
+            self.send_error_json("File not found", 404)
+
+    def parse_json_body(self) -> Optional[Dict[str, Any]]:
+        """Parse JSON body from request."""
+        try:
+            content_length = int(self.headers.get('Content-Length', 0))
+            if content_length == 0:
+                return {}
+            body = self.rfile.read(content_length)
+            return json.loads(body.decode('utf-8'))
+        except (json.JSONDecodeError, ValueError) as e:
+            return None
+
+    def do_OPTIONS(self):
+        """Handle CORS preflight requests."""
+        self.send_response(200)
+        self.send_header('Access-Control-Allow-Origin', '*')
+        self.send_header('Access-Control-Allow-Methods', 'GET, POST, OPTIONS')
+        self.send_header('Access-Control-Allow-Headers', 'Content-Type')
+        self.end_headers()
+
+    def do_GET(self):
+        """Handle GET requests."""
+        try:
+            parsed = urlparse(self.path)
+            path = parsed.path
+            query = parse_qs(parsed.query)
+
+            if path == '/scene':
+                self.handle_scene()
+            elif path == '/affordances':
+                self.handle_affordances()
+            elif path == '/screenshot':
+                self.handle_screenshot(query)
+            elif path == '/metadata':
+                self.handle_metadata()
+            elif path == '/wait':
+                self.handle_wait(query)
+            elif path == '/health':
+                self.handle_health()
+            elif path == '/':
+                self.handle_health()  # Root path also returns health
+            else:
+                self.send_error_json("Unknown endpoint", 404)
+        except Exception as e:
+            print(f"[API] Error in do_GET: {e}", flush=True)
+            import traceback
+            traceback.print_exc()
+            try:
+                self.send_error_json(f"Internal error: {str(e)}", 500)
+            except Exception:
+                pass
+
+    def do_POST(self):
+        """Handle POST requests."""
+        try:
+            parsed = urlparse(self.path)
+            path = parsed.path
+
+            if path == '/input':
+                self.handle_input()
+            elif path == '/metadata':
+                self.handle_set_metadata()
+            else:
+                self.send_error_json("Unknown endpoint", 404)
+        except Exception as e:
+            print(f"[API] Error in do_POST: {e}", flush=True)
+            import traceback
+            traceback.print_exc()
+            try:
+                self.send_error_json(f"Internal error: {str(e)}", 500)
+            except Exception:
+                pass
+
+    def handle_health(self) -> None:
+        """Health check endpoint."""
+        self.send_json({
+            "status": "ok",
+            "version": "0.1.0",
+            "timestamp": time.time()
+        })
+
+    def handle_scene(self) -> None:
+        """Return the current scene graph with semantic annotations."""
+        try:
+            # Try to use lock for thread safety, but fall back if not available
+            try:
+                with mcrfpy.lock():
+                    scene_data = serialize_scene()
+            except (RuntimeError, AttributeError):
+                # Lock not available (e.g., main thread or headless mode issue)
+                scene_data = serialize_scene()
+            self.send_json(scene_data)
+        except Exception as e:
+            self.send_error_json(f"Scene introspection failed: {str(e)}", 500)
+
+    def handle_affordances(self) -> None:
+        """Return only interactive elements with their semantic labels."""
+        try:
+            # Try to use lock for thread safety
+            try:
+                with mcrfpy.lock():
+                    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+                    scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+                    affordances = extract_affordances()
+                    keyboard_hints = extract_keyboard_hints()
+            except (RuntimeError, AttributeError):
+                scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+                scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+                affordances = extract_affordances()
+                keyboard_hints = extract_keyboard_hints()
+
+            self.send_json({
+                "scene_name": scene_name,
+                "affordances": affordances,
+                "keyboard_hints": keyboard_hints,
+                "timestamp": time.time()
+            })
+        except Exception as e:
+            self.send_error_json(f"Affordance extraction failed: {str(e)}", 500)
+
+    def handle_screenshot(self, query: Dict) -> None:
+        """Return a PNG screenshot."""
+        try:
+            # Create temp file for screenshot
+            fd, filepath = tempfile.mkstemp(suffix='.png')
+            os.close(fd)
+
+            # Take screenshot (may or may not need lock depending on mode)
+            try:
+                with mcrfpy.lock():
+                    mcrfpy.automation.screenshot(filepath)
+            except (RuntimeError, AttributeError):
+                mcrfpy.automation.screenshot(filepath)
+
+            # Check format preference
+            format_type = query.get('format', ['binary'])[0]
+
+            if format_type == 'base64':
+                import base64
+                with open(filepath, 'rb') as f:
+                    data = f.read()
+                b64 = base64.b64encode(data).decode('ascii')
+                os.unlink(filepath)
+                self.send_json({
+                    "image": f"data:image/png;base64,{b64}",
+                    "timestamp": time.time()
+                })
+            else:
+                self.send_file(filepath, 'image/png')
+                os.unlink(filepath)
+
+        except Exception as e:
+            self.send_error_json(f"Screenshot failed: {str(e)}", 500)
+
+    def handle_metadata(self) -> None:
+        """Return game metadata."""
+        metadata = get_game_metadata()
+        self.send_json(metadata)
+
+    def handle_set_metadata(self) -> None:
+        """Update game metadata."""
+        data = self.parse_json_body()
+        if data is None:
+            self.send_error_json("Invalid JSON body")
+            return
+
+        set_game_metadata(data)
+        self.send_json({"success": True})
+
+    def handle_wait(self, query: Dict) -> None:
+        """Long-poll endpoint that returns when scene state changes."""
+        timeout = float(query.get('timeout', [30])[0])
+        previous_hash = query.get('scene_hash', [None])[0]
+
+        start_time = time.time()
+        poll_interval = 0.1  # 100ms
+
+        current_hash = None
+        scene_name = "unknown"
+
+        while time.time() - start_time < timeout:
+            try:
+                with mcrfpy.lock():
+                    current_hash = get_scene_hash()
+                    scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+                    scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+            except (RuntimeError, AttributeError):
+                current_hash = get_scene_hash()
+                scene = mcrfpy.current_scene
+                scene_name = scene.name if scene else "unknown"
+
+            if previous_hash is None:
+                # First call - return current state
+                self.send_json({
+                    "changed": False,
+                    "hash": current_hash,
+                    "scene_name": scene_name
+                })
+                return
+
+            if current_hash != previous_hash:
+                self.send_json({
+                    "changed": True,
+                    "new_hash": current_hash,
+                    "old_hash": previous_hash,
+                    "scene_name": scene_name,
+                    "reason": "state_change"
+                })
+                return
+
+            time.sleep(poll_interval)
+
+        # Timeout - no change
+        self.send_json({
+            "changed": False,
+            "hash": current_hash,
+            "scene_name": scene_name
+        })
+
+    def handle_input(self) -> None:
+        """Inject keyboard or mouse input."""
+        data = self.parse_json_body()
+        if data is None:
+            self.send_error_json("Invalid JSON body")
+            return
+
+        if 'action' not in data:
+            self.send_error_json("Missing 'action' field")
+            return
+
+        try:
+            result = execute_action(data)
+            self.send_json(result)
+        except ValueError as e:
+            self.send_error_json(str(e), 400)
+        except Exception as e:
+            self.send_error_json(f"Input action failed: {str(e)}", 500)
+
+
+class GameAPIServer:
+    """Background HTTP server for the game API."""
+
+    def __init__(self, port: int = 8765):
+        self.port = port
+        self.server = None
+        self.thread = None
+        self._running = False
+
+    def start(self) -> None:
+        """Start the server in a background thread."""
+        if self._running:
+            return
+
+        GameAPIHandler.api_server = self
+
+        # Allow socket reuse to avoid "Address already in use" errors
+        import socket
+        class ReuseHTTPServer(HTTPServer):
+            allow_reuse_address = True
+
+        self.server = ReuseHTTPServer(('localhost', self.port), GameAPIHandler)
+        self.server.timeout = 1.0  # Don't block forever on handle_request
+        self._running = True
+
+        self.thread = threading.Thread(
+            target=self._serve_forever,
+            daemon=True,
+            name="GameAPI"
+        )
+        self.thread.start()
+        print(f"[API] Game API running on http://localhost:{self.port}", flush=True)
+
+    def _serve_forever(self) -> None:
+        """Server loop (runs in background thread)."""
+        try:
+            while self._running:
+                try:
+                    self.server.handle_request()
+                except Exception as e:
+                    if self._running:  # Only log if we're still supposed to be running
+                        print(f"[API] Request handling error: {e}", flush=True)
+        except Exception as e:
+            print(f"[API] Server thread error: {e}", flush=True)
+
+    def stop(self) -> None:
+        """Stop the server."""
+        if not self._running:
+            return
+
+        self._running = False
+        # Send a dummy request to unblock handle_request
+        try:
+            import urllib.request
+            urllib.request.urlopen(f"http://localhost:{self.port}/health", timeout=0.5)
+        except Exception:
+            pass
+        if self.thread:
+            self.thread.join(timeout=2.0)
+        if self.server:
+            self.server.server_close()
+        print("[API] Game API stopped", flush=True)
+
+    @property
+    def is_running(self) -> bool:
+        return self._running
diff --git a/tests/api/__init__.py b/tests/api/__init__.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..0e3b6e9
--- /dev/null
+++ b/tests/api/__init__.py
@@ -0,0 +1 @@
+# API test package
diff --git a/tests/api/run_api_server.py b/tests/api/run_api_server.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..89c8818
--- /dev/null
+++ b/tests/api/run_api_server.py
@@ -0,0 +1,84 @@
+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""Simple script to start the McRogueFace Game API server.
+
+Run with: cd build && ./mcrogueface --exec ../tests/api/run_api_server.py
+
+Then test with:
+    curl http://localhost:8765/health
+    curl http://localhost:8765/scene
+    curl http://localhost:8765/affordances
+"""
+
+import sys
+sys.path.insert(0, '../src/scripts')
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+print("Creating test scene...", flush=True)
+
+# Create a simple test scene
+scene = mcrfpy.Scene("test")
+ui = scene.children
+
+font = mcrfpy.Font("assets/JetbrainsMono.ttf")
+
+# Title
+title = mcrfpy.Caption(text="API Test Scene", pos=(50, 20), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 0))
+title.font_size = 24
+ui.append(title)
+
+# A clickable button
+button = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 80), size=(200, 50), fill_color=(64, 64, 128))
+button.name = "test_button"
+button.on_click = lambda pos, btn, action: print(f"Button clicked: {action}", flush=True)
+button_text = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Click Me", pos=(50, 10), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+button.children.append(button_text)
+ui.append(button)
+
+# A second button
+button2 = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 150), size=(200, 50), fill_color=(64, 128, 64))
+button2.name = "settings_button"
+button2.on_click = lambda pos, btn, action: print(f"Settings clicked: {action}", flush=True)
+button2_text = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Settings", pos=(50, 10), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+button2.children.append(button2_text)
+ui.append(button2)
+
+# Status text
+status = mcrfpy.Caption(text="API Server running on http://localhost:8765", pos=(50, 230), font=font, fill_color=(128, 255, 128))
+ui.append(status)
+
+status2 = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Press ESC to exit", pos=(50, 260), font=font, fill_color=(200, 200, 200))
+ui.append(status2)
+
+mcrfpy.current_scene = scene
+
+print("Starting API server...", flush=True)
+
+# Start the API server
+from api import start_server
+server = start_server(8765)
+
+print("", flush=True)
+print("=" * 50, flush=True)
+print("API Server is ready!", flush=True)
+print("", flush=True)
+print("Test endpoints:", flush=True)
+print("  curl http://localhost:8765/health", flush=True)
+print("  curl http://localhost:8765/scene", flush=True)
+print("  curl http://localhost:8765/affordances", flush=True)
+print("  curl http://localhost:8765/metadata", flush=True)
+print("  curl http://localhost:8765/screenshot?format=base64 | jq -r .image", flush=True)
+print("", flush=True)
+print("Input examples:", flush=True)
+print('  curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d \'{"action":"key","key":"W"}\' http://localhost:8765/input', flush=True)
+print('  curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d \'{"action":"click","x":150,"y":100}\' http://localhost:8765/input', flush=True)
+print("=" * 50, flush=True)
+print("", flush=True)
+
+# Key handler
+def on_key(key, action):
+    if key == mcrfpy.Key.ESCAPE and action == mcrfpy.InputState.PRESSED:
+        print("Exiting...", flush=True)
+        mcrfpy.exit()
+
+scene.on_key = on_key
diff --git a/tests/api/test_api_basic.py b/tests/api/test_api_basic.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..1c5cf91
--- /dev/null
+++ b/tests/api/test_api_basic.py
@@ -0,0 +1,198 @@
+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""Basic test for the McRogueFace Game API.
+
+Run with: cd build && ./mcrogueface --headless --exec ../tests/api/test_api_basic.py
+"""
+
+import sys
+import time
+import threading
+import urllib.request
+import json
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+# Create a test scene with some UI elements
+test_scene = mcrfpy.Scene("api_test")
+ui = test_scene.children
+
+# Add various interactive elements
+font = mcrfpy.Font("assets/JetbrainsMono.ttf")
+
+# A button-like frame with click handler
+button_frame = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 50), size=(200, 60), fill_color=(64, 64, 128))
+button_frame.name = "play_button"
+
+button_label = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Play Game", pos=(20, 15), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+button_frame.children.append(button_label)
+
+click_count = [0]
+
+def on_button_click(pos, button, action):
+    if str(action) == "PRESSED" or action == mcrfpy.InputState.PRESSED:
+        click_count[0] += 1
+        print(f"Button clicked! Count: {click_count[0]}")
+
+button_frame.on_click = on_button_click
+ui.append(button_frame)
+
+# A second button
+settings_frame = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 130), size=(200, 60), fill_color=(64, 128, 64))
+settings_frame.name = "settings_button"
+settings_label = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Settings", pos=(20, 15), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+settings_frame.children.append(settings_label)
+settings_frame.on_click = lambda pos, btn, action: print("Settings clicked")
+ui.append(settings_frame)
+
+# A caption without click (for display)
+title = mcrfpy.Caption(text="API Test Scene", pos=(50, 10), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 0))
+title.font_size = 24
+ui.append(title)
+
+# Activate scene
+mcrfpy.current_scene = test_scene
+
+
+def run_api_tests(timer, runtime):
+    """Run the API tests after scene is set up."""
+    print("\n=== Starting API Tests ===\n")
+
+    base_url = "http://localhost:8765"
+
+    # Test 1: Health check
+    print("Test 1: Health check...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/health")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["status"] == "ok", f"Expected 'ok', got '{data['status']}'"
+            print(f"  PASS: Server healthy, version {data.get('version')}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 2: Scene introspection
+    print("\nTest 2: Scene introspection...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/scene")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["scene_name"] == "api_test", f"Expected 'api_test', got '{data['scene_name']}'"
+            assert data["element_count"] == 3, f"Expected 3 elements, got {data['element_count']}"
+            print(f"  PASS: Scene '{data['scene_name']}' with {data['element_count']} elements")
+            print(f"        Viewport: {data['viewport']}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 3: Affordances
+    print("\nTest 3: Affordance extraction...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/affordances")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            affordances = data["affordances"]
+            assert len(affordances) >= 2, f"Expected at least 2 affordances, got {len(affordances)}"
+
+            # Check for our named buttons
+            labels = [a.get("label") for a in affordances]
+            print(f"  Found affordances with labels: {labels}")
+
+            # Find play_button by name hint
+            play_affordance = None
+            for a in affordances:
+                if a.get("hint") and "play_button" in a.get("hint", ""):
+                    play_affordance = a
+                    break
+                if a.get("label") and "Play" in a.get("label", ""):
+                    play_affordance = a
+                    break
+
+            if play_affordance:
+                print(f"  PASS: Found play button affordance, ID={play_affordance['id']}")
+            else:
+                print(f"  WARN: Could not find play button by name or label")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 4: Metadata
+    print("\nTest 4: Metadata...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/metadata")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert "current_scene" in data, "Missing current_scene"
+            print(f"  PASS: Got metadata, current_scene={data['current_scene']}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 5: Input - click
+    print("\nTest 5: Input click...")
+    try:
+        # Click the play button
+        req = urllib.request.Request(
+            f"{base_url}/input",
+            data=json.dumps({
+                "action": "click",
+                "x": 150,  # Center of play button
+                "y": 80
+            }).encode('utf-8'),
+            headers={"Content-Type": "application/json"}
+        )
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["success"], "Click failed"
+            print(f"  PASS: Click executed at ({data['x']}, {data['y']})")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 6: Input - key
+    print("\nTest 6: Input key press...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(
+            f"{base_url}/input",
+            data=json.dumps({
+                "action": "key",
+                "key": "ESCAPE"
+            }).encode('utf-8'),
+            headers={"Content-Type": "application/json"}
+        )
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=2) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["success"], "Key press failed"
+            print(f"  PASS: Key '{data['key']}' pressed")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    # Test 7: Wait endpoint (quick check)
+    print("\nTest 7: Wait endpoint...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/wait?timeout=1")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=3) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert "hash" in data, "Missing hash"
+            print(f"  PASS: Got scene hash: {data['hash']}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        sys.exit(1)
+
+    print("\n=== All API Tests Passed ===\n")
+    sys.exit(0)
+
+
+# Start the API server
+print("Starting API server...")
+import sys
+sys.path.insert(0, '../src/scripts')
+from api import start_server
+server = start_server(8765)
+
+# Give server time to start
+time.sleep(0.5)
+
+# Run tests after a short delay
+test_timer = mcrfpy.Timer("api_test", run_api_tests, 500)
diff --git a/tests/api/test_api_windowed.py b/tests/api/test_api_windowed.py
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..0686f75
--- /dev/null
+++ b/tests/api/test_api_windowed.py
@@ -0,0 +1,211 @@
+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""Test for the McRogueFace Game API in windowed mode.
+
+Run with: cd build && ./mcrogueface --exec ../tests/api/test_api_windowed.py
+
+Tests all API endpoints and verifies proper functionality.
+"""
+
+import sys
+import time
+import urllib.request
+import json
+
+import mcrfpy
+
+# Force flush on print
+import functools
+print = functools.partial(print, flush=True)
+
+def log(msg):
+    print(msg)
+
+# Create a test scene with some UI elements
+test_scene = mcrfpy.Scene("api_test")
+ui = test_scene.children
+
+# Add various interactive elements
+font = mcrfpy.Font("assets/JetbrainsMono.ttf")
+
+# A button-like frame with click handler
+button_frame = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 50), size=(200, 60), fill_color=(64, 64, 128))
+button_frame.name = "play_button"
+
+button_label = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Play Game", pos=(20, 15), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+button_frame.children.append(button_label)
+
+click_count = [0]
+
+def on_button_click(pos, button, action):
+    if action == mcrfpy.InputState.PRESSED:
+        click_count[0] += 1
+        print(f"Button clicked! Count: {click_count[0]}")
+
+button_frame.on_click = on_button_click
+ui.append(button_frame)
+
+# A second button
+settings_frame = mcrfpy.Frame(pos=(50, 130), size=(200, 60), fill_color=(64, 128, 64))
+settings_frame.name = "settings_button"
+settings_label = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Settings", pos=(20, 15), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+settings_frame.children.append(settings_label)
+settings_frame.on_click = lambda pos, btn, action: print("Settings clicked")
+ui.append(settings_frame)
+
+# A caption without click (for display)
+title = mcrfpy.Caption(text="API Test Scene", pos=(50, 10), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 0))
+title.font_size = 24
+ui.append(title)
+
+# Status caption to show test progress
+status = mcrfpy.Caption(text="Starting API tests...", pos=(50, 220), font=font, fill_color=(255, 255, 255))
+ui.append(status)
+
+# Activate scene
+mcrfpy.current_scene = test_scene
+
+# Start the API server
+log("Starting API server...")
+sys.path.insert(0, '../src/scripts')
+from api import start_server
+server = start_server(8765)
+print("API server started on http://localhost:8765")
+
+
+def run_api_tests(timer, runtime):
+    """Run the API tests after scene is set up."""
+    print("\n=== Starting API Tests ===\n")
+    status.text = "Running tests..."
+
+    base_url = "http://localhost:8765"
+    all_passed = True
+
+    # Test 1: Health check
+    print("Test 1: Health check...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/health")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["status"] == "ok", f"Expected 'ok', got '{data['status']}'"
+            print(f"  PASS: Server healthy, version {data.get('version')}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 2: Scene introspection
+    print("\nTest 2: Scene introspection...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/scene")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            assert data["scene_name"] == "api_test", f"Expected 'api_test', got '{data['scene_name']}'"
+            print(f"  PASS: Scene '{data['scene_name']}' with {data['element_count']} elements")
+            print(f"        Viewport: {data['viewport']}")
+            for elem in data.get('elements', []):
+                print(f"        - {elem['type']}: name='{elem.get('name', '')}' interactive={elem.get('interactive')}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 3: Affordances
+    print("\nTest 3: Affordance extraction...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/affordances")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            affordances = data["affordances"]
+            print(f"  Found {len(affordances)} affordances:")
+            for aff in affordances:
+                print(f"    ID={aff['id']} type={aff['type']} label='{aff.get('label')}' actions={aff.get('actions')}")
+            if len(affordances) >= 2:
+                print(f"  PASS")
+            else:
+                print(f"  WARN: Expected at least 2 affordances")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 4: Metadata
+    print("\nTest 4: Metadata...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/metadata")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            print(f"  Game: {data.get('game_name')}")
+            print(f"  Current scene: {data.get('current_scene')}")
+            print(f"  PASS")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 5: Input - click affordance by label
+    print("\nTest 5: Click affordance by label...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(
+            f"{base_url}/input",
+            data=json.dumps({
+                "action": "click_affordance",
+                "label": "Play Game"  # Matches the button text
+            }).encode('utf-8'),
+            headers={"Content-Type": "application/json"}
+        )
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            if data.get("success"):
+                print(f"  PASS: Clicked affordance '{data.get('affordance_label')}' at ({data.get('x'):.0f}, {data.get('y'):.0f})")
+            else:
+                print(f"  FAIL: {data}")
+                all_passed = False
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 6: Screenshot (base64)
+    print("\nTest 6: Screenshot...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/screenshot?format=base64")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=5) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            if "image" in data and data["image"].startswith("data:image/png;base64,"):
+                img_size = len(data["image"])
+                print(f"  PASS: Got base64 image ({img_size} chars)")
+            else:
+                print(f"  FAIL: Invalid image data")
+                all_passed = False
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    # Test 7: Wait endpoint (quick check)
+    print("\nTest 7: Wait endpoint...")
+    try:
+        req = urllib.request.Request(f"{base_url}/wait?timeout=1")
+        with urllib.request.urlopen(req, timeout=3) as response:
+            data = json.loads(response.read())
+            print(f"  PASS: Scene hash: {data.get('hash')}")
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"  FAIL: {e}")
+        all_passed = False
+
+    if all_passed:
+        print("\n=== All API Tests Passed ===\n")
+        status.text = "All tests PASSED!"
+        status.fill_color = (0, 255, 0)
+    else:
+        print("\n=== Some Tests Failed ===\n")
+        status.text = "Some tests FAILED"
+        status.fill_color = (255, 0, 0)
+
+    print("Press ESC to exit, or interact with the scene...")
+    print(f"API still running at {base_url}")
+
+
+# Add key handler to exit
+def on_key(key, action):
+    if key == mcrfpy.Key.ESCAPE and action == mcrfpy.InputState.PRESSED:
+        mcrfpy.exit()
+
+test_scene.on_key = on_key
+
+# Run tests after a short delay to let rendering settle
+test_timer = mcrfpy.Timer("api_test", run_api_tests, 1000)