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01.09.2026 - Protovision Shop: WiC64 is back!
The WiC64 - the parallel WLAN interface for Commodore computers with user port connection - is back in stock. Unlike classic modems, it operates with 8 data lines, 2 handshake lines, and one control line, speeding up data transfer by a factor of 20: load 202 blocks / 50kb from the internet in just 2.5 seconds via HTTP:// or TCP! The complete hardware and software is open source, and it ships with the new 2024 firmware.

01.09.2026 - C64 game 'ScartariX' - demo version for download
'ScartariX' is a WIP shoot'em'up for the C64, that's in the making for over a year. Now the developer has decided to a BETA version of the first level. Since it is a beta version, some elements are of course missing, and the game might differ slightly from the final product. Development is nearly complete though, but the music still needs to be added.

01.09.2026 - Protovision Shop: cynthCART64 V2.0.1 is back
The cynthCART64 V2.0.1 is back in stock - and as always, every unit ordered through Protovision comes in orange. This cartridge turns your C64/128 into a standalone analog synthesizer, packed with 30 preset patches, arpeggiator, vibrato, analog filter control, and full MIDI support. Since it runs without a monitor, it’s a perfect companion for live performances.

31.08.2026 - Commodore SX-64 Restoration - Keys and CRTs | Trash to Treasure (pt2) - video by 'The Retro Collective'
Commodore SX-64 repairs are in full flow today as we tackle the CRT and Keyboard in this Trash to Treasure series.

31.08.2026 - Amiga game 'Aonic: The Green Hill Zone Demo' - demo version released
'Aonic' is a work-in-progress demo of a port of 'Sonic The Hedgehog' from the Sega Megadrive to the Commodore Amiga 1200 (with 2MB Chip RAM), which is in the work by developer reassembler68k. It is directly based on the original code. Specifically, the disassembly published by the Sonic Retro team. As such, it plays identically, although the rendering has been heavily optimized and rewritten for the Amiga. Visually, there are necessary and obvious differences. This demo is the first Act of Green Hill Zone only and you can get it as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

31.08.2026 - 'Uchotos' - game for C64 and Plus/4 released - free for download
'Uchotos' is a classic arcade platformer. Avoid or shoot the enemies and collect all stars on screen to reach the next level. Uchotos is the newest game by Japanese developer Inufuto and as always, there are several version for different computer systems. The Plus/4 version can be downloaded here.

31.08.2026 - Lemmings Reloaded (Commodore 64) Review + Developer Interview - video by 'BastichB 64K'
Review for this new C64 game 'Lemmings Reloaded' a new Updated game by Lunatic Lad + full developer interview with coder Jörg Karwath.

30.08.2026 - New C64 games August 2026 - video by 'Retro Gaming Dino'
Presentation of new games for the Commodore 64 released in August 2026, with gameplay footage, lots of information about the games and download links in the video description.

30.08.2026 - Plus/4 game 'Paddle Shooter: War At Jupiter' released - free for download
'Paddle Shooter: War At Jupiter' is a shooting game for two players and an updated version of 2008's Paddle Shooter. The interesting thing about this version is the MIDI music, which requires custom hardware: a MIDI OUT card. Be sure to watch the YouTube video to hear what it sounds like! The schematics and Arduino source files are included.

30.08.2026 - Amiga game 'The Cutters' - playable build released
'The Cutters' is a WIP retro adventure game with resource-management elements, developed for the Amiga 1200 AGA. After your grandfather's death, you inherit an old house and a small piece of forest - along with his unpaid debt. To keep the property, you must work hard: cut down and replant trees, process wood, complete orders and develop your small lumber business before time runs out. You can get the game in its current state as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

29.08.2026 - Amiga 3000 "Flicker Fixer" repair strategies - video by 'Adrian's Digital Basement'
The last thing keeping Adrian from assembling his Amiga 3000 is the broken Flicker Fixer circuitry. It was damaged by a leaking NiCD battery, so it's time to finally address this issue and get this machine working as well as it did when it left the factory.

29.08.2026 - I built the *ultimate* Ultimate 64 (and found 10 amazing ways to use it)! - video by 'retrobits'
Making the U64 and BlingBoard fit in the Plexilaser case & demonstrating 10 interesting things you can do with your Ultimate machine!

29.08.2026 - C64 game 'Rotor Repeat' released - free for download
'Rotor Repeat' by The New Dimension is the sequel of 'Repetition 64'. It's a challenging shoot 'em up space themed memory game which involves blasting aliens. So yeah, TND has blended two game modes into one. This game may be simple, but it can be quite addictive. Also it will test your patience. Rotor Repeat contains the following features:

29.08.2026 - C64 Weekly #85 (Commodore 64 Scene Updates) - video by 'BastichB 64K'
Weekly updates from the Commodore 64 Scene Including new music, demos and games. Links to all shown content in the video description.

28.08.2026 - WIP Amiga game 'Sparkpaw: The Stormstone Quest' - V0.6.0 Alpha for download
'Sparkpaw: The Stormstone Quest' is an original side-scrolling action platformer for the Commodore Amiga 1200. Play as Sparkpaw, an amber-orange feline adventurer and young inventor armed with a teal energy gauntlet, and cross ancient stone-and-machine ruins to recover the scattered Cores of the Stormstone. This public alpha contains the complete first-world route: twelve scrolling screens of platforms, water hazards, ruined machinery, collectibles and clockwork enemies, followed by the Stormkeeper's Waystation and the first Stormstone Core.