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26.05.2026 - Joan of Arc C64 Showcase - More Griffonsoft Goodness! - video by 'RetroGamerNation'
Video showcase of the upcoming Commodore 64 (C64) game - Joan of Arc: Deus Contra Machinam. To be released by Psytronik Software in the second half of 2026.

26.05.2026 - Making The 8-Bit Guy's "Random Maze" Even Faste - video by '8-Bit Show And Tell'
David Murray, The 8-Bit Guy, made a video about his new take on the "10 PRINT" random maze program for the Commodore 64. It prints the maze very fast indeed, and he made reference to previous attempts and showed how his is faster. We'll take a look at ‪The8BitGuy‬'s code, clarify a few things about the comparison, and see if we can further improve on his interesting idea.

25.05.2026 - C64 game 'TantooMan Volume 02' released
'TantooMan' is a logic puzzle game where you have to trace your way through different maces with rising difficulties while facing a tight speed limit. Tantooman Vol.02 continues with 40 new levels starting with level 41. In Vol.02, the gameplay and rules of the game remain the same.You can get the game as digital download for a fair price (name your own price) to support the developer.

24.05.2026 - Multi platform adventure game 'The House On The Other Side Of The Storm' released and free for download
'The House On The Other Side Of The Storm' is a text-based horror and fantasy adventure for 8-bit computers, developed using the DAAD parser in 2019. Besides a version for C64 there are also versions for Amstrad, Spectrum, MSX and PC-DOS. The game is also available in SPanish language.

24.05.2026 - C64 game 'Galaxo Blast' released - free for download
'Galaxo Blast' was originally an example coding tutorial game which was made for part 3 of Lemon 64's "Fun and Games Programming in Assembly.". The game was inspired by a classic type-in game, Astro Panic. It features features 8 intense levels of arcade blasting action, quite addictive game play for a simple looking game., colourful parallax scrolling starfield,custom made in game sound effects, colourful presentable title screen, cool title music, complete source code and data files (Requires Turbo Macro Pro V1.2 and a RAM expansion of 516K or higher.)

24.05.2026 - 'The Morning Star' - adventure for C64 and Amiga released
'The Morning Star' is a text/graphic adventure in English language inspired by the golden age of 8-bit machines. It offers exploration, inventory management and puzzle solving in an atmospheric narrative with mystery and dark undertones. Besides a version for C64 and Amiga, there are also versions for Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Spectrum, MSX and PC-DOS. You can get the game for little money to support the developer.

24.05.2026 - C64 game 'The War of the Worlds' - test version released
'The War of the Worlds' is ext-driven adventure for the C64 that reimagines H.G. Wells’ The War of the Worlds in a minimalist, atmospheric style. Experience the Martian invasion through carefully crafted scenes, stark 8-bit visuals, and period-inspired typography. Version 0.9 is now availbale for testing and you can get it in its current state as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

22.05.2026 - C64 game 'Cube 64' released - free for download
Play the famous 80's cube puzzle on your C64. Use the keys indicated to turn each wheel of the cube. The function keys can be used to rotate the entire cube, so that you can see the hidden sides. The shift key can be used in conjunction with those indicated to move in the reverse direction.

22.05.2026 - C64 game 'Mazes of Malice' - preview version released
Mazes of Malice is an in-development graphical, realtime, roguelike stealth action game for the C64. The game is in an early access preview - it is playable, but not complete. You can get it in its current state as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.

22.05.2026 - C64 game 'GloomKeep' released
'GloomKeep' is a torchlit, roguelike dungeon crawl for the C64. Steal the Idol of Orcus before the gloom claims thee. The game features 10 procedurally-generated floors, freshly rolled every run, 100 hand-drawn monster glyphs, themed by depth and a torch-fuel-driven light radius. You can get it as digital download for little money (name your own price) to support the developer.

21.05.2026 - C64 Weekly #73 (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

18.05.2026 - C64 game 'Impossible Mission 3' released
Psytronik Software in association with Epyx Games, LLC., Code 10 Digital, Retro Games Ltd & ICON 64 are very proud to present 'Impossible Mission 3'. The third game in one of the most famous C64 games series of all time is finally here. Take control of Agent 4125 once again on a mission to thwart the plans of the evil Elvin Atombender and his army of robots. Use all your cunning and skills to infiltrate his new headquarters and put an end to his villianous scheme. You can get the game as digital download for a fair price the developer. The game is also available as physical version in different boxed collector's and limited editions exclusively from the official Psytronik Software online store.

17.05.2026 - C64 game 'Shadowvault' released - free for download
'Shadowvault' is a roguelike adventure for the C64. Descend into the ever-shifting depths of the Shadowvault, uncover ancient lore, and master the power of forbidden contracts.

17.05.2026 - C64 game 'Dantalion' released - free for download
'Dantalion' is a platformer adventure game. You are Dantalion. You have entered the Academy of Dark Arts, run by Bael. The academy is filled with nasty surprises, and there are various tricks and puzzles to get through. You will start empty handed, but if you go to the right places you will find various objects which can be used to defend yourself against evil monsters and bats. Look out for all the objects as they are required for you to be reach Bael's lair and defeat him. You will need a weapon to attack zombies and bats and other monsters. Happy exploring.

16.05.2026 - C64 game 'Pharaoh's Legacy' released - free for download
'Pharaoh's Legacy', the nexr game by Windigo Games (also known for e.g. 'Rise of Babylon', 'Deathflood, 'Devolution', 'The Tribe' and ' Battle for Cronos'), is the sequel to Rise of Babylon. Once again, the goal is to utilize limited space to build the most efficient city possible. However, this time there are even more building options available and additional aspects included, such as constructing a pyramid and building a legacy. Furthermore, the game now features a multiplayer mode for up to four players.