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20.02.2022 - Epyx 1984 Preview Disk -or- What Is A Chromadisk? - new video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
The Epyx 1984 Preview Disk is one of the most interesting disks in Robin's Commodore 64 collection. Not only is it a very early example of a video game company releasing playable, cut-down, or time-limited preview versions of its games, which later became an industry standard, but it's also a rare example of a Chromadisk, a unique manufacturing process that allowed full-colour printing directly on a disk jacket.

20.02.2022 - C64 game 'T-Rex 64' released and free for download
Help this little green monster in reaching the end of each level. Avoid deadly obstacles such as cactuses, birds, snakes and scorpios. Don't even ask why she is constantly running. T-Rex 64 offers 14 action packed levels in 3 distinct worlds, dedicated music, joystick and keyboard support. Both PAL and NTSC machines are supported.

20.02.2022 - A Shiny New Amiga 500 Arrives! - Episode 118 - new video from '10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast (10MARC)'
This week on 10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast Doug is sharing his shiny new Amiga 500 he just received. We will take her apart and see what's inside and also talk about her history and where she came from.

19.02.2022 - Commodore Amiga 2000 Power Supply And Troubleshooting - new video from 'Retro Hack Shack'
In this video, 'Retro Hack Shack' rebuilds a faulty Amiga 2000 power supply and then troubleshoots the system in an effort to get this thing to boot.

18.02.2022 - Commodore History Part 8-The Amiga 1000 - new video from 'The 8-Bit Guy'
If there were ever a contest to figure out, which computer was the most ahead of its time 'The 8-Bit Guy' would absolutely nominate the Amiga. So in this episode we are going to take a look at the original Amiga 1000 and we gonna figure out, how it works and what made it so ahead of its time.

18.02.2022 - Building, Installing and Adjusting the Lumafix64 Jailbar fix for C64 - video from 'Mark Fixes Stuff'
Before his house fire Mark filmed this build and install. After recovering the footage he hes edited it as he intended before he lost his house.

18.02.2022 - More Replacement Chips for my Sixtyclone C64 - new video from 'Jan Beta'
Jan is testing various combinations of newly available modern replacements for the C64's custom chips in his Sixtyclone build.

18.02.2022 - New at AMIGAstore.eu - 'Terrible Fire 536 64MB'
Terrible Fire 536 accelerator has been designed to be installed inside Amiga 500/500+, or Amiga 2000. It provides a Motorola 68030 CPU clocked at 50 MHz, 64MB of RAM, and a 2,5" IDE connector for hard drives and CF adapters. If you want to add 512 or 1MB of CHIP RAM, or a RTC, please check our Trapdoor Memory Expansions for Amiga 500 and Amiga 500 Plus. They are the perfect complement to the Terrible Fire Accelerator.

16.02.2022 - 'Games That Weren't 64' (GTW64) February 2022 update
Another month, and another GTW64 update with a bunch of new entries, including some new downloads for you to check out that haven’t been previously preserved as far as we can tell. These are Ladders 2, Ex Simultan and Maerzi 2 (all thanks to Csaba Virag). Also finally the Anirog version of Rhyme Land has been added! 7 new entries and 13 updates added all in all.

16.02.2022 - Protovision to provide the cartridge version of the coming C64 RPG 'Lykia'
Protovision will be co-releasing the upcoming epic arcade adventure game - Lykia: The Lost Island, an interactive Zelda-like open world adventure with lots of puzzles to solve and mysteries to uncover. While Psytronik Software will be looking after the disk and USB versions, Protovision will be handling the C64 cartridge version. Featuring: - A large, beautifully designed world. - A total of 580 screens to dwell through (on two continents). - Stunning intro and end sequences. - 25 full Songs from musical genius Markus 'c0zmo' Jentsch. - 40+ characters to interact with. - Integrated hint system. - 37 items that can be picked up and used throughout the game. - Aprox. 2000 conversational lines of text. - Comes on a newly introduced 1MB cartridge. - Digital manual included on the game cartridge. - Game progress can be saved on cartridge. - With Protopad Support

16.02.2022 - C64 game 'Fold'em 2' released
Fold'em 2 is the successful successor to Fold'em. Just like the first part, Fold'em 2 is a traditional 2D top-down puzzle game with more colors and improved graphics than his predecessor. Each of the 100 levels presents numerous tiles, which must be removed one-by-one to progress. The catch is that once a tile is gone, there is no going back on it, so you must carefully plan the fastest and safest route. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price).

15.02.2022 - C64 game 'Turdle' released and free for download
Just like Wordle, Turdle is a word game where you get 6 chances to guess the random word. This is a bit different though. In Turdle, all words are related to, well..... shit in one way or another, either literally or loosely. Euphemisms, slang, related words and all that malarky. Unlike Wordle though, Turdle is a highscore chaser. You don't just get one shit shot a day, you can keep going and try to beat your best score.

15.02.2022 - COMPUTE!’s Music System and the Stereo SID Player for Commodore 64 - new video from 'retrobits'
Ep 55 : Stereo on the C64 - Europe and UK had .SID but in the US, we had .MUS instead. A look at the history and evolution of stereo music on the C64.

15.02.2022 - Protovision Shop: Many Cables Back In Stock
Protovision Shop has restocked their supply of cables in our Online Shop. The 1541tro Freespin cable by Reflex, the popular FM YAM cable pack and many more are all awaiting for you to order. Grab them now!

15.02.2022 - 'Reset64 #14 - December 2021' released as free digital download
Reset Magazine is back and is proud to present Reset64 #14. This issue is packed with the latest news, new game reviews, interviews, columns and feature articles - brimming with love for our favourite 80s micro-computer, the Commodore 64. Featuring: - Anthony Stiller does it again with his beautiful cover art, inspired by one of our favourite genres - the run 'n' gun! - New reviews of a selection of amazing contemporary C64 game releases, including full reviews of Metal Warrior Ultra, Soul Force, Monstro Giganto, Outrage, Turrican 3, Runn n' Gunn, Boxy Moxy and lots more! - We dissect the amazing We Are Stardust album project by LukHash. Hint: We love it! - Louie risks being thrown out to Davey Jones' locker while chatting to Lobo on behalf of C64 game development group Pirates of Zanzibar. Dead man tells no tales, Louie. Arrr! - Kevin packs his knives and sharp sticks before catching up with Micheal Archer to chat about the making of classic C64 run 'n' gunner, Alien 3. Remember, there are no monsters! - Richard Tappenden joins to crew to tell us reasons why, in 5 different ways! - Frank Gasking of Games That Weren't makes a special appearance to discuss run 'n' gun themed games that never quite made it. It's a real tear jerker. - Brand new Blow the Cartridge comic from Cameron Davis, based on the classic run 'n' gun Turrican. - and much more...