Home Computers
The machines that brought games into our homes.
Commodore 64: The Home Computer That Defined an Era
In the burgeoning landscape of personal computing during the early 1980s, a new contender arrived that would not only democratize access to technology.
Before the C64: The Commodore VIC-20 Story
Before the C64: The Commodore VIC-20 Story In the nascent days of the personal computer revolution, a machine emerged that aimed to bring computing.
Commodore PET: The Computer That Started It All
In the burgeoning landscape of personal computing in the late 1970s, a machine emerged that would not only define an era but also lay the groundwork.
Commodore 16: The Affordable Computer with a Different Destiny
Commodore 16: The Affordable Computer with a Different Destiny In the vibrant landscape of 1980s home computing, Commodore International stood as a.
Commodore MAX Machine: The Forgotten Japanese Relative of the C64
Commodore MAX Machine: The Forgotten Japanese Relative of the C64 Commodore MAX Machine: The Forgotten Japanese Relative of the C64 Category: Home.
From VIC-20 to C128: The Evolution of Commodore 8-Bit Hardware
The 1980s were a golden age for home computing, a period defined by fierce innovation and intense competition.
Commodore 128: The Last Great 8-Bit Commodore?
In January 1985, Commodore International unveiled the Commodore 128 at the Consumer Electronics Show.
The C64C: A New Look for a Familiar 8-Bit Legend
The C64C: A New Look for a Familiar 8-Bit Legend In the annals of home computing, few machines command the same reverence and widespread affection as.
Commodore 64 Games System: A Console Built from a Computer
Commodore 64 Games System: A Console Built from a Computer Category: Home Computers Commodore 64 Games System: A Console Built from a Computer In the.
Inside the MOS 6510: The CPU at the Heart of the Commodore 64
Inside the MOS 6510: The CPU at the Heart of the Commodore 64 The 1980s were a golden age for home computing, and few machines captured the.
VIC-II Explained: The Graphics Chip Behind C64 Magic
In the burgeoning world of home computing during the 1980s, few machines captured the imagination quite like the Commodore 64.
The SID Chip: Why Commodore 64 Music Still Matters
In the annals of computing history, few components command the reverence and affection of the Commodore 64's Sound Interface Device, affectionately.
64 Kilobytes, Endless Ideas: How C64 Memory Was Used
64 Kilobytes, Endless Ideas: How C64 Memory Was Used 64 Kilobytes, Endless Ideas: How C64 Memory Was Used Category: Home Computers In the vibrant.
Sprite Multiplexing: How C64 Games Filled the Screen
In the annals of home computing, few machines command as much affection and respect as the Commodore 64.
Datasette Days: Gaming from Cassettes on the C64
Datasette Days: Gaming from Cassettes on the C64 The Humble Beginnings of Home Gaming In the burgeoning era of home computing, long before broadband.
Joysticks That Survived a Thousand Games: C64 Controllers
Joysticks That Survived a Thousand Games: C64 Controllers (Draft) Joysticks That Survived a Thousand Games: C64 Controllers The Commodore 64, launched.
Cartridges, Disks, and Tapes: Three Ways to Play on a Commodore
In the vibrant, rapidly evolving world of home computing from the 1980s to the late 1990s, few names resonated as strongly as Commodore.
Raster Tricks: The Secret Behind Impossible C64 Effects
Raster Tricks: The Secret Behind Impossible C64 Effects Raster Tricks: The Secret Behind Impossible C64 Effects In the vibrant tapestry of 1980s home.
The 1541 Disk Drive: Brilliant, Slow, and Unforgettable
The 1541 Disk Drive: Brilliant, Slow, and Unforgettable For millions of Commodore 64 owners during the 1980s and early 1990s, the Commodore 1541.
Summer Games: How Epyx Brought Competition Home
In the mid-1980s, as home computers proliferated across households, the landscape of video gaming began to shift dramatically.
Boulder Dash: How a Simple Idea Became an 8-Bit Classic
Boulder Dash: How a Simple Idea Became an 8-Bit Classic Category: Home Computers In the competitive landscape of 1980s home computer gaming, where.
The Last Ninja: Cinematic Adventure on an 8-Bit Computer
The Last Ninja: Cinematic Adventure on an 8-Bit Computer In the late 1980s, the home computer landscape was a vibrant tapestry of 8-bit machines, each.
Paradroid: The Genius of Andrew Braybrook’s Robot Combat
Paradroid: The Genius of Andrew Braybrook’s Robot Combat The Commodore 64, a titan of the 8-bit era, played host to an extraordinary array of video.
Impossible Mission: The C64 Platformer That Made Speech Memorable
Impossible Mission: The C64 Platformer That Made Speech Memorable In the mid-1980s, the Commodore 64 reigned supreme in many homes, a powerhouse of.