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05.01.2022 - New C64 game 'Missile Evade' released and free for download
'Missile Evade' for Commodore 64 is a one-to-one combat game for 1 or 2 players. The basic concept is that you're flying a spaceship, and 1 or 2 missiles launch and try to bring you down. You can select the thrust force of the missiles, as well as how much fuel (time) they have before they fall out of the sky. In 2 player mode, player 2 controls the missile. You can get it as digital download (currently only NTSC) for free.
'Missile Evade' for Commodore 64 is a one-to-one combat game for 1 or 2 players. The basic concept is that you're flying a spaceship, and 1 or 2 missiles launch and try to bring you down. You can select the thrust force of the missiles, as well as how much fuel (time) they have before they fall out of the sky. In 2 player mode, player 2 controls the missile. You can get it as digital download (currently only NTSC) for free.
05.01.2022 - 'Kung Fu Flash' Firmware v1.33 released
'Kung Fu Flash' is a cartridge for the Commodore 64 by Kim Jorgensen that packs a punch. It can emulate different cartridge types, load PRG files and use D64 disk images. Just place your desired CRT, PRG or D64 files on a FAT formatted microSD card and use the built-in launcher to execute them. New in this update: - Improve disk drive emulation to support Sidplay64. - Support basic SD2IEC commands
'Kung Fu Flash' is a cartridge for the Commodore 64 by Kim Jorgensen that packs a punch. It can emulate different cartridge types, load PRG files and use D64 disk images. Just place your desired CRT, PRG or D64 files on a FAT formatted microSD card and use the built-in launcher to execute them. New in this update: - Improve disk drive emulation to support Sidplay64. - Support basic SD2IEC commands
05.01.2022 - Plexilaser Retro Computer Case Unboxing for the Ultimate 64 - video from 'GRay Defender'
In this video 'GRay Defender' unboxes the Plexilaser retro computer acrylic housing for the Ultimate 64.
In this video 'GRay Defender' unboxes the Plexilaser retro computer acrylic housing for the Ultimate 64.
04.01.2022 - Update V1.01 of C64 game 'Apeshit' released
'Apeshit', a fast onebutton reaction game for the Commodore 64 by Megastyle, is a one button game where you jump from tree to tree while you try to avoid the scary insects. On the left tree Ape slides down the trunk, and on the right side ape climb up. Try to pick up bananas to gain extra points, but watch it so you don't jump into a branch while trying to pick it up. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price). v1.01 includes: - Fixed: When getting more than 100 points - score/highscore was corrupted. Score is now using the BSD system. - Fixed: Removed border increase color (inc $d020)
'Apeshit', a fast onebutton reaction game for the Commodore 64 by Megastyle, is a one button game where you jump from tree to tree while you try to avoid the scary insects. On the left tree Ape slides down the trunk, and on the right side ape climb up. Try to pick up bananas to gain extra points, but watch it so you don't jump into a branch while trying to pick it up. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price). v1.01 includes: - Fixed: When getting more than 100 points - score/highscore was corrupted. Score is now using the BSD system. - Fixed: Removed border increase color (inc $d020)
03.01.2022 - RAM Scan 64 - Early 1980s Glitch Art Code? - new video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
We take a look at the short "Ram Scan 64" program from the first issue of Transactor Robin ever bought, way back in 1984 and of which he doesn't think to have seen it in action since he was 11 or 12.
We take a look at the short "Ram Scan 64" program from the first issue of Transactor Robin ever bought, way back in 1984 and of which he doesn't think to have seen it in action since he was 11 or 12.
03.01.2022 - Ultimate64 Elite unbox and test - video from 'GRay Defender'
In this video 'GRay Defender' finally unboxes his Ultimate64 Elite and go on to test it out.
In this video 'GRay Defender' finally unboxes his Ultimate64 Elite and go on to test it out.
02.01.2022 - New C64 game 'Asterofield II' released
Explore the asteroid field. Avoid a collision with stone asteroids. Collecting crystal asteroids refuels your energy. Sources available on GitHub.
Explore the asteroid field. Avoid a collision with stone asteroids. Collecting crystal asteroids refuels your energy. Sources available on GitHub.
01.01.2022 - 'BMC64 V3.9' released
BMC64 is a bare metal fork of VICE's C64 emulator optimized for the Raspberry Pi. It has 50hz/60hz smooth scrolling, low video/audio latency and a number of other features that make it perfect for building your own C64 replica machine. In V3.9 there a REU to cartridge menu was added, so now it' s easy to play 'Sonic' on your BMC64 :-)
BMC64 is a bare metal fork of VICE's C64 emulator optimized for the Raspberry Pi. It has 50hz/60hz smooth scrolling, low video/audio latency and a number of other features that make it perfect for building your own C64 replica machine. In V3.9 there a REU to cartridge menu was added, so now it' s easy to play 'Sonic' on your BMC64 :-)
01.01.2022 - 'Tenebra' for Plus/4 released
Tenebra is an atmospheric puzzle game with rogue-like elements. Guide the hapless protagonist to the exit, but also keep in mind that he is afraid of darkness and refuses to walk in the dark areas. The game contains 25 levels and works on both PAL and NTSC machines. After the C64 version, now there is a Plus/4 port. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price).
Tenebra is an atmospheric puzzle game with rogue-like elements. Guide the hapless protagonist to the exit, but also keep in mind that he is afraid of darkness and refuses to walk in the dark areas. The game contains 25 levels and works on both PAL and NTSC machines. After the C64 version, now there is a Plus/4 port. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price).
01.01.2022 - Repairing a couple C64s which are serving up 'hot chips' - new video from 'Adrian's Digital Basement'
It's been quite a while since Adrian has done some C64 repairs, so let's tackle two motherboards with the ultra common black screen.
It's been quite a while since Adrian has done some C64 repairs, so let's tackle two motherboards with the ultra common black screen.
01.01.2022 - New C64/C128 hardware Kickstarter campaign - 'The Orange Cartridge'
The Orange Cartridge is a simple FPGA cartridge for the C64 (and C128) aimed at people who want to experiment with making their own cartridges beyond simple ROM expansions. A key feature is that full schematics and layouts will be published, and the full toolchain to generate the bitstreams is open source software.
The Orange Cartridge is a simple FPGA cartridge for the C64 (and C128) aimed at people who want to experiment with making their own cartridges beyond simple ROM expansions. A key feature is that full schematics and layouts will be published, and the full toolchain to generate the bitstreams is open source software.
01.01.2022 - 'Digital Talk' #110 released
The german C64 disk magazine Digital Talk issue 110 was just recently released and can be downloaded for free.
The german C64 disk magazine Digital Talk issue 110 was just recently released and can be downloaded for free.
01.01.2022 - C64 game 'Retaliate DX' released
'Retaliate DX' is an 8-bit reimagining of a mobile/Roku game by Romans I XVI, developed by Marcelo Lv Cabral, Trevor Storey, Richard Bayliss, Antonio Savona and Jon Eggleton for the Commodore 64/128 personal computer. Published by RGCD and Psytronik Software in 2021. Game Features: - A unique twist on the shmup formula. - Refined game play and improved 8-bit graphics. - Kick ass soundtrack based on the original Roku game score. - Unlock additional ships and customize their appearance in the hangar. - 4 skill levels with multiple enemy wave formations. - Reach the Earth-Martian Station and get an honor medal for each level. - Play with Joystick or SNES controller with a user port adapter. - Full PAL & NTSC compatibility. - Localized in English, Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish! You can get the game as digital download for little money, and there is a preview for download here.
'Retaliate DX' is an 8-bit reimagining of a mobile/Roku game by Romans I XVI, developed by Marcelo Lv Cabral, Trevor Storey, Richard Bayliss, Antonio Savona and Jon Eggleton for the Commodore 64/128 personal computer. Published by RGCD and Psytronik Software in 2021. Game Features: - A unique twist on the shmup formula. - Refined game play and improved 8-bit graphics. - Kick ass soundtrack based on the original Roku game score. - Unlock additional ships and customize their appearance in the hangar. - 4 skill levels with multiple enemy wave formations. - Reach the Earth-Martian Station and get an honor medal for each level. - Play with Joystick or SNES controller with a user port adapter. - Full PAL & NTSC compatibility. - Localized in English, Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish! You can get the game as digital download for little money, and there is a preview for download here.
31.12.2021 - C64 game 'Apeshit' released
'Apeshit', a fast onebutton reaction game for the Commodore 64 by Megastyle, is a one button game where you jump from tree to tree while you try to avoid the scary insects. On the left tree Ape slides down the trunk, and on the right side ape climb up. Try to pick up bananas to gain extra points, but watch it so you don't jump into a branch while trying to pick it up. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price).
'Apeshit', a fast onebutton reaction game for the Commodore 64 by Megastyle, is a one button game where you jump from tree to tree while you try to avoid the scary insects. On the left tree Ape slides down the trunk, and on the right side ape climb up. Try to pick up bananas to gain extra points, but watch it so you don't jump into a branch while trying to pick it up. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price).
31.12.2021 - More footage on WIP Amiga game 'Amidar'
This remake of Amidar, the 1982 arcade game, for Amiga 500 is still work in progress (but almost complete). Several bugs are present in this video, specially in the end, but it gives a good idea on how well it is going already.
This remake of Amidar, the 1982 arcade game, for Amiga 500 is still work in progress (but almost complete). Several bugs are present in this video, specially in the end, but it gives a good idea on how well it is going already.
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