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23.03.2026 - C64 Weekly #66 (Commodore 64 Scene Updates) - video by 'BastichB 64K'
Weekly updates from the Commodore 64 Scene Including new music, demos and games. Links to all shown content in the video description.

21.03.2026 - C64 game 'SG Invaders MMXXVI' released
SG Invaders MMXXVI is yet another Invaders clone on first glance, but its game developer took a slightly different approach. Instead of chasing perfect accuracy, this version goes all-in on what the C64 does best - delivering something smoother, and more visually engaging than the original. This is achieved by leaning heavily into the machine’s strengths: Aggressive sprite multiplexing for fluid, arcade-beating motion, the legendary SID chip driving the soundscape and a Galencia-style parallax starfield for that extra layer of depth and motion. You can get the game as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

20.03.2026 - Plus/4 game 'Jungle Joe' released - free for download
'Jungle Joe' is a puzzle-adventure game, originally released for C64 in 2022, where survival is not about quick reflexes, but about a cool head and foresight. Joe faces a perilous journey through the jungle, dark caves and ancient ruins, where every step counts and every mistake can be fatal. Your objective is very simple, build your path to the level exit by using ladder pieces. On your way, there are many puzzling choices to make. Avoid enemies and other hazards. One level is divided into three checkpoints. There is a password system to load already played levels.

20.03.2026 - C64 game 'Unison' released
'Unison' is a puzzle game by Haplo (maker of 'Carcer' 'Shift', 'Tenebra', ''Ooze: The Escape' and 'Caim'), where take control of two entangled little guys traveling through a series of intricate levels. They move in unison; guide both to the finish flags without stepping in the opposite colours. Sometimes a well-placed crate can be a great help. Have an eye out for those pesky canon balls though. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

20.03.2026 - C64 game 'Gravity Duck 64' released - free for download
'Gravity Duck' is a C64 port of the flash game Gravity Duck from 2010. Dreaming of big treasure and strange powers? This fearless duck has discovered the secret of gravity and now the adventure begins Flip gravity, dodge hazards, and solve clever puzzles across 40 challenging levels while collecting every precious egg on the way to the mighty Maui statue.

17.03.2026 - Amiga game 'Mike Mech" released
'Mike Mech' is a platformer game, that was originally made for C64 and now got ported to (any) Amiga. The game is set inside a spaceship invaded by alien entities that have deactivated the supply batteries necessary for the propulsion of the rockets. The aim is to guide Mike, the mechanic on board, inside the various power rooms and reactivate the batteries. You can get the game as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

17.03.2026 - Protovision Shop: ARMSID Back in Stock
Are you looking for modern day SID solutions for your C64? Well, than Protovision has what you need! The ARMSID is back in stock and available to order now. Get your C64 sounding the best it can before stock sells out fast.

16.03.2026 - C64 Weekly #65 (Commodore 64 Scene Updates) - video by 'BastichB 64K'
Weekly updates from the Commodore 64 Scene Including new music, demos and games. Links to all shown content in the video description.

15.03.2026 - Commodore 64 Ultimate : SPECIAL - video by 'BastichB 64K'
A massive blowout on the C64 Ultimate , the new FPGA version of the classic Commodore 64 released by the newly resurrected Commodore International. A full breakdown, review, retrospective and run through of it's most important functions.

14.03.2026 - Plus/4 game 'Randoom' released - free for download
In 'Randoom', a port of a C64 game with the same name from 2021, you play through 31 stages by catching the squares in the correct order. Sounds simple, but the fun of the game is the frantic gameplay due to the chaotic nature of the squares' movement. The game is very polished and has all the bells and whistles one could ask for.

14.03.2026 - C64 game 'Bubble Buddies' released
'Bubble Buddies' is a reimagination of Bubble Bobble, arguably on of the best C64 games ever. With 100 brand new levels designed for maximum happiness, Bubble Buddies emphasizes unique level design with a wider range of gameplay and a slightly easier playthrough with a smooth difficulty curve. All graphics have been polished to look their absolute best within the narrow constraints of the c64. Most of the sprites are made by the talented Davide Bottino for the 2025 release of Bubble Bobble C64 Remastered. This is not a rewrite, but a hack of the original game. Only the content has been changed, along with minor bug fixes. You can get the game as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

13.03.2026 - Bubble Buddies (C64) - the definitive Bubble Bobble hack! - video by 'RetroGamerNation'
Game showcase video of Bubble Buddies for the Commodore. Scheduled for a mid March 2026 release.

12.03.2026 - Video: Escape From PETSCII Planet - Level Designer Demo
This video shows a level creator tool to design custom levels for the first-person shooter game Escape From PETSCII Planet for the Commodore 64. Create your own mazes, add some keys, gold, weapons, ammo, and place the enemies wherever you want them. Send the level to your friends to play, or send it to me for inclusion in a future Campaign release.

11.03.2026 - C64 game 'Tony do it!' released
'Tony Do It!' is a small yet highly enjoyable puzzle game inspired by the classic Sokoban. Your objective is simple: place all the crates onto the spots marked with crosses. However, the mechanics offer an interesting twist - you can not only push the crates but also pull them by pressing the Fire button, adding new tactical possibilities. The levels feature additional challenges. Scorpions and wandering natives roam the chambers. They won’t kill you, but direct contact will drain your remaining time more quickly, forcing you to think and act fast. You can get the game as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

10.03.2026 - C64 game 'Steel Horizon' - demo version released
'Steel Horizon' is a high-performance shoot 'em up developed as the flagship project for the upcoming book: "Modern Code, Classic Steel: Engineering Professional Action Games for the C64". You can get the game in its current state as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer. This demo is not just a game; it's a proof of concept. Every line of code (written entirely in C using the Oscar64 compiler) every hardware trick, and every optimization is explained in detail in the announced book.