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24.04.2024 - 'Bronx / Bronx64' - Adventure for C64 and Plus/4 released - free for download
Bronx is a text adventure for ZX Spectrum originally made by Gian Battista Aicardi and published in January 1988, more precisely in Load'n Run magazine issue 45. Today Bronx arrives on C64 (named 'Bronx64' - download here) and Plus/4 thanks to the faithful conversion made by Carmine Migliaccio also known as TSM, and it can be played both in the original Italian language and translated into English. It features hires, slightly animated, bitmap graphics, and 80-column charset.
Bronx is a text adventure for ZX Spectrum originally made by Gian Battista Aicardi and published in January 1988, more precisely in Load'n Run magazine issue 45. Today Bronx arrives on C64 (named 'Bronx64' - download here) and Plus/4 thanks to the faithful conversion made by Carmine Migliaccio also known as TSM, and it can be played both in the original Italian language and translated into English. It features hires, slightly animated, bitmap graphics, and 80-column charset.
07.04.2024 - Plus/4 game 'AntiAir' released - free for download
'AntiAir' is an oldschool arcade style shooter, where you have to annihilating all UFOs while avoiding falling bombs and blocks. The game was made by Japanese developer Inufuto and as always, there are several version for different computer systems, now including one for Plus/4 and C16 (32k). A C64 port might also happen the next days.
'AntiAir' is an oldschool arcade style shooter, where you have to annihilating all UFOs while avoiding falling bombs and blocks. The game was made by Japanese developer Inufuto and as always, there are several version for different computer systems, now including one for Plus/4 and C16 (32k). A C64 port might also happen the next days.
03.04.2024 - 'Kondi Krush' - game for Plus/4, C16, C64 and Amiga - free for download
'Kondi Krush' is a tile-matching puzzle game based on the good old Bejeweled. Swap candies to match 3 or more of the same color. The link above is for Plus/4 and C16 (with 64KB). Other download links: Commodore 64/128 (PRG) - Commodore 64/128 (D64) - Amiga (EXE) - Amiga (ADF).
'Kondi Krush' is a tile-matching puzzle game based on the good old Bejeweled. Swap candies to match 3 or more of the same color. The link above is for Plus/4 and C16 (with 64KB). Other download links: Commodore 64/128 (PRG) - Commodore 64/128 (D64) - Amiga (EXE) - Amiga (ADF).
31.03.2024 - Plus/4 game 'Bombtank' final version 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. It was released in the Hungarian Game Development Compo.
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. It was released in the Hungarian Game Development Compo.
31.03.2024 - Plus/4 game 'Magic Dices' released - free for download
'Magic Dices' is a logic puzzle game by Zsolt Prievara based on 2048. It was released in the Hungarian Game Development Compo.
'Magic Dices' is a logic puzzle game by Zsolt Prievara based on 2048. It was released in the Hungarian Game Development Compo.
29.03.2024 - Plus/4 game 'Mad Pod Race' released - free for download
LBM is back (after a slight 31-year break) with a brand new game: Mad Pod Race! Up to three players can play this Star Wars-themed racing game. You get a top-down view of the race track, and you must reach the checkpoints as fast as possible while avoiding crashing into your opponents. There are 15 levels to play.
LBM is back (after a slight 31-year break) with a brand new game: Mad Pod Race! Up to three players can play this Star Wars-themed racing game. You get a top-down view of the race track, and you must reach the checkpoints as fast as possible while avoiding crashing into your opponents. There are 15 levels to play.
15.03.2024 - 'Binary Battle' - Plsus/4 version is out now
Binary Battle is a novel take on the dungeon crawler genre. It was inspired by GEOS and the PC game Folder Dungeon and was already released for C64 in December 2023. Now it is also available as Plus/4 version. You can get the game as digital download (including user manual in English and Spanish) for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.
Binary Battle is a novel take on the dungeon crawler genre. It was inspired by GEOS and the PC game Folder Dungeon and was already released for C64 in December 2023. Now it is also available as Plus/4 version. You can get the game as digital download (including user manual in English and Spanish) for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.
03.03.2024 - 'Giana Sisters' for Plus/4 released - free for download
The Great Giana Sisters, the beloved classic C64 platformer, which was somehow inspired by an more or less unknown "Italian plumber", was now ported to Plus/4 by TCFS.
The Great Giana Sisters, the beloved classic C64 platformer, which was somehow inspired by an more or less unknown "Italian plumber", was now ported to Plus/4 by TCFS.
14.01.2024 - 'Turbo Outrun' for Plus/4 released - free for download
The wait is over! TCFS pulls of the impossible once again, the highly anticipated conversion the classic arcade game Turbo Outrun makes its debut on the Commodore Plus/4! Turbo Outrun, originally developed and published by Sega in 1989, has captivated players with its fast-paced gameplay and thrilling races. For the first time, Commodore Plus/4 owners will have the opportunity rev their engines and leave the other cars on the road in the dust.
The wait is over! TCFS pulls of the impossible once again, the highly anticipated conversion the classic arcade game Turbo Outrun makes its debut on the Commodore Plus/4! Turbo Outrun, originally developed and published by Sega in 1989, has captivated players with its fast-paced gameplay and thrilling races. For the first time, Commodore Plus/4 owners will have the opportunity rev their engines and leave the other cars on the road in the dust.
08.01.2024 - Plus/4 game '5G' released - free for download
'5G' is an example of one night's fast programming. The global AI is taking control of the minds via 5G and 6G waveforms, heating cells and triggering brain states. Try to collect all slices within the time limit.
'5G' is an example of one night's fast programming. The global AI is taking control of the minds via 5G and 6G waveforms, heating cells and triggering brain states. Try to collect all slices within the time limit.
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.
'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 - 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.
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.
26.12.2023 - Plus/4 game demo 'Gem Family' released - free for download
Gem Family is a little demo game and a first try in coding an "emotion based" game, but not developed too far and stopped due to asm limits.
Gem Family is a little demo game and a first try in coding an "emotion based" game, but not developed too far and stopped due to asm limits.
10.12.2023 - 'Doomed PETSCII Pacman' - Plus/4 version released - free for download
'Doomed PETSCII Pacman' is a unique Pac-Man variant that mixes in Doom gameplay elements. After we saw a release for C64 in September this year, we now got the Plus/4 version. Released under the label pexi.io in collaboration with PleasureBytes Games. Music by Neil Brennan.
'Doomed PETSCII Pacman' is a unique Pac-Man variant that mixes in Doom gameplay elements. After we saw a release for C64 in September this year, we now got the Plus/4 version. Released under the label pexi.io in collaboration with PleasureBytes Games. Music by Neil Brennan.
08.12.2023 - 'Super Star Trek' for Plus/4 released - free for download
For this port the original 1970s source code of the 80 column printer terminal based simulation was taken and converted to run on a Commodore Plus/4. Numerous subtle enhancements were added, including "helpers" for navigation & photon torpedo targeting and long range scanner interpretation guide.Also many stats, charts & data outputs were re-engineered and refined, plus some user-friendly features and extra summary data readouts. All whilst keeping to the exact gameplay experience of the original. This program is 100% text based and uses ZERO cursor control codes, only carriage returns, just like the mainframe terminal-based games of the 70s.
For this port the original 1970s source code of the 80 column printer terminal based simulation was taken and converted to run on a Commodore Plus/4. Numerous subtle enhancements were added, including "helpers" for navigation & photon torpedo targeting and long range scanner interpretation guide.Also many stats, charts & data outputs were re-engineered and refined, plus some user-friendly features and extra summary data readouts. All whilst keeping to the exact gameplay experience of the original. This program is 100% text based and uses ZERO cursor control codes, only carriage returns, just like the mainframe terminal-based games of the 70s.
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