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07.01.2024 - Video: Amiga - Tetris 1200 (AGA) - Final Version
If you remember the 1980's hit game of Tetris then you'll be pleased to know that as of this morning, we have been informed that JOTD finally released the 1988 Arcade version of Tetris for the Commodore Amiga 1200. As in the words of the creator "A transcode of Atari Tetris arcade version for 68020/AGA amiga, music is kind of emulated, missing some drums & sfx but it's still really good!". Direct download link here.

07.01.2024 - Amiga CD32 Dual Review! The TerribleFire TF330 & Amiga Game Selector- video from '10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast'
This week on 10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast (10MARC) Doug is reviewing the TerribleFire TF330 Accelerator and AGS (Amiga Game Selector) for the awesome Amiga CD32.

07.01.2024 - Amiga game 'SkillGrid v1.4' released and free for download
SkillGrid for Amiga 1200/4000/CD32 is an endless score-attack vertical shoot 'em up featuring frenetic, tactical gameplay and comprising of a variety of different sub-games, boss battles and sophisticated scoring mechanics. Version 1.4 update originally was meant to just improve the startup code, but testing the game inspired new ideas and also uncovered some flaws never seen before, so it ended up being quite substantial and brings SkillGrid to yet another level!

07.01.2024 - Amiga game 'Ami-H.E.R.O.' released
'Ami-H.E.R.O.' for Amiga is, as the name suggests, a game inspired by Activision's game H.E.R.O. from Atari 2600/XL, C64 and Collecovision. Minimum requirements: Amiga 500 with 0,5MB chip RAM + 0,5MB slow RAM. You can obtain the game as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

06.01.2024 - I made the great Commodore 1702 monitor even better using new parts! - video from 'Adrian's Digital Basement'
It's no secret that Adrian simply loves the JVC built Commodore 1702 monitor. It's a solidly built and excellent performing monitor. One thing that lets the monitor down is the fact that isn't a multi-standard monitor, meaning it only support PAL _or_ NTSC (depending on where the monitor is from). Another common problem with these monitors is that most 1702 monitors are now nearly 40 years old, and can be quite worn out. Let's fix both of these issues by making a one of a kind multi-format and improved 1702 monitor!

06.01.2024 - OneLoad64 Games Collection v5 (C64)
OneLoad64 v5, the best Commodore 64 games / roms collection available is here! With all of the games included converted to cartridge format for the fastest loading possible, it's quite literally game changing!

06.01.2024 - Amiga Future magazine - Issue 166 available for pre-order
The Amiga Future magazine is available as either a single issue or by subscription, either with or without a cover CD in german or english language. Content for #166, which will be will be in stock on Monday 15 January, 2024: - Show Reports: Amiga Meeting Nord, a1k.org-Meeting Finkenbach 2023. Interviews: - Richard Löwenstein. - Previews: Playfield, Grind. - Reviews: GothicVania, Ooze - When the Spirits Grew Weary, Board game vs Amiga version: Diplomacy, Bunny's Revenge, AstroMenace, El Capitan Trueno, C64 – The Mysterious Cassette, AmigaGPT 35, RNOSlides, Aminet News, WarpVision AGA, AmiKit PiStorm, IBrowse 3.0. - Special: Beyond the Screen: Iron Lord, Trevors Soapbox, THANK YOU, Demoscene. - Others: Editorial, Contents, News, Imprint, CoverCD content.

05.01.2024 - C64 game 'Super GP 64' released
'Super GP 64', a port and rework of the Super GP game for VIC-20, is s a simple arcade style racer, inspired by games like Pitstop and Pitstop 2 and can be obtained as digital download for little money (name your own price)..It features: - The game now features the Bahrain circuit, as well as the four circuits from SMGP2 (Monza, Monaco, Spa and Interlagos). - An in-game circuit map with location indicator has been added. - Pitstops for repair. -single race game or Championship mode. - Choice of three difficulty levels. - PAL / NTSC compatibility.

04.01.2024 - C64 port of 'Dig Dug' released
After his homage version called 'Dig Dug Revival' with procedurally generated levels, LC Games has now made a direct port of the Dig Dug arcade game once developed by Namco in 1982. This version includes the original 15 different levels of which the last 4 are repeated until reaching level 256 (the kill screen). You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

03.01.2024 - Plus/4 game 'Bombtank' (Beta V1.0) released - free for download
'Bombtank' is a small Bomberman. clone for the Plus/4. In the standard version, up to 5 players can play at the same time. With the WheelOfJoy variant, up to 8 players can play at the same time; the WOJ from Sukkopera is required as additional hardware. Not all joysticks have to be equipped, the order doesn't matter at all. The minimum number of required player is 2. In the YAPE emulator there is a small problem with the standard version because there is no SID Joyport there. But it works perfectly on a Plus4. This is still a beta version especially for the competition. The final version is coming soon.

02.01.2024 - Adding Command Line-esque Parameters to C64 and C128 Programs - video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
It's actually pretty easy to add support for command-line-style parameters to Commodore 64 and Commodore 128 programs by reading the line input buffer with some PEEKs. We examine how to do this, why this might be beneficial, and give some example code in BASIC and Assembly. We also learn a bit about how BASIC parses and interprets our code, and the internal structure of these commands and programs. And we look at the Commodore 128 feature to RUN a file from disk that further enhances the use of parameters.

02.01.2024 - The DigiMuz: Uncovering a Lost Chapter of Commodore Plus/4 History - video from 'retroCombs'
Uncover the hidden gem of Commodore Plus/4 history, the DigiMuz, a sound expansion cartridge that breathes new life into the Commodore Plus/4 and C16. Join us as we explore the origins of this forgotten prototype, its features, and the community's efforts to revive it. Witness the DigiMuz's capabilities through demos, games, and even BASIC programming. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn about this unique piece of Commodore history.

01.01.2024 - 'Kung Fu Flash' Firmware v1.49 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 Update 1.49: - Hide hidden and system files/folders (#184). - Bugfix: Wait for a valid C64 clock before selecting NTSC/PAL handler

01.01.2024 - Amiga game 'Spheroid' released
Spheroid is a puzzle game with 50 lebels to solve for the Commodore Amiga (OCS/ECS/AGA) in which you guide a metal sphere around a maze of tiles towards the exit tile, within a time limit and set number of moves. You can get the game as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

01.01.2024 - Video preview: 'Quasimodo's Christmas Caper' for C64 - Release 4
Welcome to the Release 4 preview of Quasimodo's Christmas Caper, a C64 game developed by Robert Wilson. This game is one of three spin-off games to Hunchback Redux (currently in development) featuring Quasimodo.