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21.01.2023 - Using ChatGPT to write programs for the Commodore 64 - video from Retro Hack Shack
What happens when you ask ChatGPT to write programs for the Commodore 64? Let's try it!

21.01.2023 - 'MIDISID' - MIDI in, 2 SIDs, Audio out
MIDISID from the British company Peacockmedia is a compact desktop synth that revives the sound of the C64 in a modern studio environment. MIDISID works with 2 sidchips (Nano SwinSIDs are built in, but the originals can also be used) and can play MIDI files or be controlled via MIDI. The device is available in black or pink and costs 180 EUR.

20.01.2023 - C64 game 'Castle Shadowgate' released and free for download
Shadowgate is a point and click adventure game developed by ICOM Simulations for the Apple Macintosh. It was ported to many platforms, but an official version was never released for the Commodore 64 (however, there is some evidence that it was worked on in a Mat Barton interview on YouTube. And two of ICOM's other "MacVenture" games were released for the C64). Anyway, here we now have a port of the game, heavily based on the popular Nintendo Entertainment System version. The game supports mouse and there are versions for PAL and NTSC.

20.01.2023 - The Tiny Type-In Hiding In A 40-Year-Old Blank Computer Cassette - video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
Is there a tiny type-in program listing hiding inside a Thorn EMI EMITAPE Computer Cassette? Robin tracked a brand new, unopened C20 tape down, thanks to a tip from viewer EdwardianTeaChest, and opened the early 1982-vintage cassette. There are in fact two listings, one for the Commodore VIC-20, and another for the Sinclair ZX81. Join Robin as we type these programs in on vintage hardware, and figure out what they do.

20.01.2023 - Commodore 64 : Deep Cuts #4 (Demon Stalkers & Fire King /C64) - new video from 'BastichB 64K'
In this 4th episode of this new series we take a look at two forgotten C64 Gauntlet clones with a twist called "Demon Stalkers" and "Fire King".

17.01.2023 - C64 game 'Quasimodo's Christmas Caper' - Release 2 available
Quasimodo's Christmas Caper is a new arcade-style Christmas themed platform game for the C64.Release 2 is now available including improvements, fixes and some changes and additions. Anyone who has purchased the game it should have been added to your collection so you should be able to download the updated version at no charge - check your email for link details to download.

17.01.2023 - 'RetroMagazine World #17' - December 2022 issue released
Retromagazine World is an Italian/English retro computer magazine that is made by enthusiasts. And the best thing: it's free for download! This issue covers (besides many, many other topics): - Commodore 64, 40 years and counting… - A500 MINI – My time machine in miniature. - The Appointment (for C64 and beginners). - RetroFighter engine for Commodore 64 – pt. 2. - Eye of the Beholder (C64). - Luykia the Lost Island (Plus/4). - Knights & Slimes (C64). - Impossible Mission (Plus/4). - Jungle Joe (C64). - 180 (C64)

16.01.2023 - Video: 'Impossible Mission 3' for C64 - early work in progress.
In this video of IM3 - we can now explore the map and use the lifts, next up is getting enemies in / jumping finished / falling finished / lift speeds tweaked / room transitions in.

16.01.2023 - The Fully Networked Amiga: SMB 2&3, Email, Web Browsing, Social Media and Music Streaming! - video from '10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast'
This week on 10 Minute Amiga retro Cast Doug is getting his Amiga 4000 all hooked up to the Interwebs with his Indivision X-surf 100 networking card.

15.01.2023 - WIP Amiga game 'Creeping Me Out: Hex Night' - Demo 1.4 released
'Creeping Me Out: Hex Night' is going to be an action platformer in the vein of Turrican & Castlevania, made in Scorpion Engine. Demo 1.4 is now available! It's not a big update in terms of content, it's mostly quality of life improvements and performance ones. There are a few tiny new things here and there.. (particle effects, so many bug fixes, improved boss fights, ability to run it without fast-ram etc.)

14.01.2023 - C64 game 'Penny Postie' released and free for download
'Penny Postie' is an arcade style game for one or two players. Story: Penny and Peter are Package delivering posties. their time is very limited so they have to be quick and efficient. They can shovel snow out of their way but this takes time. using already cleaned paths is much faster. In two-player mode, Penny competes with Peter. Whoever finishes their deliveries first wins round.

14.01.2023 - Fixing and improving one of the best monitors of all time (Commodore 1702) - video from 'Adrian's Digital Basement'
Adrian loves CRTs! And he is going to call the Commodore 1702 monitor one of the best consumer composite monitors ever. That doesn't mean there isn't room for improvement.

14.01.2023 - 'The Dragnet Case Re-Release' - A Sam Boon adventure for C64 and Plus/4 released
You play the role of Sam Boon, an L.A. Private Detective. Ask anyone around here and they will have heard of you, however, most of them will question if you are still in business. Times have been hard the last 10 years, cases are fewer, pay less, and mostly involve finding lost cats.  There are two version for the C64, one is full screen text only, the second is half screen and uses high res graphics in key locations. The Plus/4 release is only available as graphic version. The game, which is furthermore available for several other systems such as Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST and DOS, can be obtained as digital download for small money (name your own price).

13.01.2023 - Commdore 64 Round Up: January 2023 - So Many Games!!- video from 'RetroGamerNation'
The January 2023 edition of the RGN Commodore 64 (C64) Round Up featuring the latest game releases, pixel art, demo and add-on items.

13.01.2023 - What’s the Commodore 64/128’s maximum transfer rate? - video from 'retrobits'
High speed downloads on the C64 and C128 using period-correct hardware and software. Turbo232, REU RamDisk, bottlenecks, and benchmarks.