Home Computers
The machines that brought games into our homes.
Turrican on Commodore 64: The Late-Era Action Spectacle
Turrican on Commodore 64: The Late-Era Action Spectacle Category: Home Computers By 1990, the Commodore 64 was an elder statesman in the world of home.
Elite on the Commodore 64: A Universe Inside an 8-Bit Machine
Elite on the Commodore 64: A Universe Inside an 8-Bit Machine Category: Home Computers In the mid-1980s, the landscape of home computing was dominated.
Maniac Mansion on C64: The Birth of a New Adventure Language
Maniac Mansion on C64: The Birth of a New Adventure Language In the mid-1980s, the landscape of computer gaming was rapidly evolving.
Uridium: Fast, Fierce, and Technically Daring
Uridium: Fast, Fierce, and Technically Daring Uridium: Fast, Fierce, and Technically Daring Category: Home Computers In the mid-1980s, the home.
International Karate+: The Beauty of Precision on the C64
International Karate+: The Beauty of Precision on the C64 International Karate+: The Beauty of Precision on the C64 Category: Home Computers In the.
Hewson Consultants: The Publisher That Backed 8-Bit Innovation
Category: Home Computers Hewson Consultants: The Publisher That Backed 8-Bit Innovation In the vibrant, often chaotic, landscape of 1980s home.
Ocean Software on the C64: Hits, Licenses, and Ambition
Ocean Software on the C64: Hits, Licenses, and Ambition From the mid-1980s through to the early 1990s, Ocean Software was an undeniable powerhouse in.
Andrew Braybrook: Designing Classics Within Tight Limits
Category: Home Computers Andrew Braybrook: Designing Classics Within Tight Limits The 1980s represented a golden age for home computer gaming, a.
Epyx and the Commodore 64: The Sports-Game Powerhouse
In the vibrant, sometimes chaotic, landscape of 1980s home computing, few machines captured the imagination quite like the Commodore 64.
System 3: The Studio Behind The Last Ninja
System 3: The Studio Behind The Last Ninja The 1980s were a golden age for home computing, particularly in Europe.
Commodore Game Music Showdown: SID Styles Compared
The Commodore 64, released in 1982, was more than just a bestselling home computer; it was a cultural phenomenon that captivated a generation of gamers.
Jeff Minter and the C64: Psychedelic Arcade Experiments
Jeff Minter and the C64: Psychedelic Arcade Experiments In the vibrant, often chaotic landscape of 1980s home computing, a singular figure emerged.
Rob Hubbard: The Sound of a Commodore Generation
Rob Hubbard: The Sound of a Commodore Generation In the burgeoning landscape of 1980s home computing, a distinct sonic revolution was unfolding within.
Martin Galway: The Art of SID Atmosphere
In the evolving soundscapes of early video games, few names resonate with the same enduring influence as Martin Galway.
Jeroen Tel and the Maniacs of Noise Era
Jeroen Tel and the Maniacs of Noise Era The 1980s heralded a golden age for home computing, and with it, a burgeoning industry for video games.
The C64 Bedroom Coder: How Small Teams Made Big Games
The C64 Bedroom Coder: How Small Teams Made Big Games The late 1970s and 1980s witnessed a digital revolution brewing not in corporate labs, but in.
Commodore 64 in Britain: Tapes, Magazines, and the High Street
Commodore 64 in Britain: Tapes, Magazines, and the High Street The Commodore 64, often affectionately shortened to C64, arrived in Britain in 1982.
Commodore 64 in Germany: Disk Drives and a Lasting Scene
Commodore 64 in Germany: Disk Drives and a Lasting Scene Category: Home Computers Commodore 64 in Germany: Disk Drives and a Lasting Scene The.
Commodore 64 in Italy: The 8-Bit Years
In the evolving landscape of home computing during the 1980s, one machine stood out for its vibrant color graphics, robust sound capabilities, and.
Zzap!64: The Magazine That Helped Define C64 Criticism
In the vibrant, sometimes chaotic, landscape of 1980s home computing, few machines commanded the cultural presence of the Commodore 64.
The C64 Demoscene: Coding Beyond the Games
The C64 Demoscene: Coding Beyond the Games In the vibrant landscape of 1980s home computing, the Commodore 64 stood as a titan, captivating millions.
Cracktros and Loading Screens: The Visual Language of the C64
Cracktros and Loading Screens: The Visual Language of the C64 The Commodore 64, launched in 1982, stands as an enduring icon of early home computing.
The Great 8-Bit Rivalry: Commodore 64 vs ZX Spectrum
The Great 8-Bit Rivalry: Commodore 64 vs ZX Spectrum The early 1980s witnessed a vibrant explosion in home computing, transforming what was once a.
C64 Preservation: Why Original Disks and Tapes Still Matter
In the burgeoning landscape of home computing during the 1970s and 1980s, machines like the Commodore 64 (C64) became cultural touchstones.