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14.12.2024 - Commodore PET game 'Escape from PETSCII Castle' released - free for download
Wolfenstein 3D broke all the molds when it was release in 1992. 'Escape From PETSCII Castle' is a new game inspired by Wolf3D but written for a1981-vintage Commodore PET computer (32K, 40 or 80 columns). Shoot enemies, gather treasures ... and find the elevator to escape.
Wolfenstein 3D broke all the molds when it was release in 1992. 'Escape From PETSCII Castle' is a new game inspired by Wolf3D but written for a1981-vintage Commodore PET computer (32K, 40 or 80 columns). Shoot enemies, gather treasures ... and find the elevator to escape.
07.10.2024 - C64 game 'Manbiki Shounen' released - free for download
This game is a Commodore 64 port of the Commodore PET version made by Hiroshi Suzuki in 1979. It is widely credited as the first ever stealth game.
This game is a Commodore 64 port of the Commodore PET version made by Hiroshi Suzuki in 1979. It is widely credited as the first ever stealth game.
01.10.2024 - VIC-20 game 'Green on Black 2' (Santa Paravia, Dungeon) released - free for download
'Green on Black 2' are two converts of old Commodore PET-games to the VIC-20 using the VIC-40 (or FAT-40)-program which provides 40 columns. The two games are: Dungeon is a Rogue-like before there even was the original "Rogue"-game and Santa Paravia and Fiumaccio is one of the first "economic simulation"-games, originally published for the TRS-80 in December of 1978.
'Green on Black 2' are two converts of old Commodore PET-games to the VIC-20 using the VIC-40 (or FAT-40)-program which provides 40 columns. The two games are: Dungeon is a Rogue-like before there even was the original "Rogue"-game and Santa Paravia and Fiumaccio is one of the first "economic simulation"-games, originally published for the TRS-80 in December of 1978.
19.08.2024 - Robotron: 2084 One-Bit Fix and Many Other Thoughts - video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
Today we'll look at several aspects of Robotron: 2084. First we'll examine two of the main inspirations for Robotron's development: "Chase" for the Commodore PET (which we've modified to be a bit more playable) and "Berzerk" (demonstrated on the Atari 2600+ since we don't have access to the original arcade version). Then we'll look at the decent AtariSoft port of Robotron to the Commodore 64, including a Lego-assisted way of bringing the twin stick controls home. Then we'll examine the bizarre freezing bug when C64 Robotron is run on the Commodore SX-64, also known as the Executive 64. We'll examine the root causes: a hardware flaw in the SX-64, but also a software bug in Robotron, and suggest three different fixes for the problem.
Today we'll look at several aspects of Robotron: 2084. First we'll examine two of the main inspirations for Robotron's development: "Chase" for the Commodore PET (which we've modified to be a bit more playable) and "Berzerk" (demonstrated on the Atari 2600+ since we don't have access to the original arcade version). Then we'll look at the decent AtariSoft port of Robotron to the Commodore 64, including a Lego-assisted way of bringing the twin stick controls home. Then we'll examine the bizarre freezing bug when C64 Robotron is run on the Commodore SX-64, also known as the Executive 64. We'll examine the root causes: a hardware flaw in the SX-64, but also a software bug in Robotron, and suggest three different fixes for the problem.
29.06.2024 - 'PETSCII Wizard Of Wor' for C64, Plus/4 and PET released - free for download
As the name suggests, this a clone of Wizard of Wor, the old classic arcade video game from Midway, entirely made in PETSCII graphics. The game mechanics are very similar to the original, although slight differences are possible. The Plus/4 version can be downloaded here and the PET version here.
As the name suggests, this a clone of Wizard of Wor, the old classic arcade video game from Midway, entirely made in PETSCII graphics. The game mechanics are very similar to the original, although slight differences are possible. The Plus/4 version can be downloaded here and the PET version here.
08.06.2024 - 'Orac Draughts' - game for C16, Plus/4 and C64 released - free for download
ORAC is a (fairly) strong 6502 checkers playing program. Its was originally written a long time ago for the Commodore PET, then later adapted for the Commodore 64 and C16. VIC20 version to come, hopefully...
ORAC is a (fairly) strong 6502 checkers playing program. Its was originally written a long time ago for the Commodore PET, then later adapted for the Commodore 64 and C16. VIC20 version to come, hopefully...
20.03.2024 - Commodore PET game 'Slimed' released - free for download
'Slimed' is a remake of Jim Summer's SLIME game for the Commodore PET 2001. This game works on 8K PET 2001 models. As a result, the menu system was redesigned, there's no sound and the game is only 25 blocks in size.
'Slimed' is a remake of Jim Summer's SLIME game for the Commodore PET 2001. This game works on 8K PET 2001 models. As a result, the menu system was redesigned, there's no sound and the game is only 25 blocks in size.
25.02.2024 - Found: "Lost" 1979 Stealth Game: Manbiki Shonen / Shoplifting Boy - Commodore PET (Japan) - video from '8-Bit Show And Tell'
Way back in 1979 in Japan, Hiroshi Suzuki programmed a game for the Commodore PET that many consider the first-ever Stealth game: Manbiki Shonen aka Shoplifting Boy. Predating Castle Wolfenstein, it's a game in which a young shoplifter attempts to clear a supermarket of all items on the shelves without being caught.
Way back in 1979 in Japan, Hiroshi Suzuki programmed a game for the Commodore PET that many consider the first-ever Stealth game: Manbiki Shonen aka Shoplifting Boy. Predating Castle Wolfenstein, it's a game in which a young shoplifter attempts to clear a supermarket of all items on the shelves without being caught.
24.01.2024 - 'Colour Space Invaders' v1.0 for Commodore PET released
This is, as the name suggests, a coloured version of Space Invaders for the Commodore PET. The IRQ has been fixed to work on different PET models (30xx, 40xx). You can get it as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.
This is, as the name suggests, a coloured version of Space Invaders for the Commodore PET. The IRQ has been fixed to work on different PET models (30xx, 40xx). You can get it as digital download for a bargain (name your own price) to support the developer.
21.12.2023 - 'Trainyard' - game for C64, PET and Commander X16 released
'Trainyard' is a logic / puzzle game where you control the switches to get your trains to the right stations. You can get the game for all three systems as free digital download.
'Trainyard' is a logic / puzzle game where you control the switches to get your trains to the right stations. You can get the game for all three systems as free digital download.
30.09.2023 - Commodore PET game 'PETSCII Side-Scrolling Platformer' released - free for download
The Commodore PET now has a multi-level side-scrolling platformer. Inspired by other side-scrolling platform games like Mario and Sonic. Run, jump, collect coins, crush henchmen, battle the bosses, rescue friends.
The Commodore PET now has a multi-level side-scrolling platformer. Inspired by other side-scrolling platform games like Mario and Sonic. Run, jump, collect coins, crush henchmen, battle the bosses, rescue friends.
14.08.2023 - Commodore PET game 'PETaxian' released - free for download
'PETaxian' is a Galaga game in the style of the old C64 version for Commodore PET. The game is currently in "a sort of finished state" (i.e has a workable game loop) but may never end up completely polished. It could have fit into the 16k PET with some trimming of the code, but the developer didn't wanted to remove too much. It plays well on 3032 and 4032 machines.
'PETaxian' is a Galaga game in the style of the old C64 version for Commodore PET. The game is currently in "a sort of finished state" (i.e has a workable game loop) but may never end up completely polished. It could have fit into the 16k PET with some trimming of the code, but the developer didn't wanted to remove too much. It plays well on 3032 and 4032 machines.
07.08.2023 - Commodore PET core ported to the 'Turbo Chameleon 64'
A port of the PET2001 core from MiSTer to the Turbo Chameleon 64 cartridge.was just released. Turbo Chameleon 64 is an extremely user-friendly multipurpose C64 cartridge that can be used without opening the computer. The PET2001 core is an experimental core, and while the developer will do his utmost to make sure it works for everyone and will try to help solve any problems that arise, you run this core entirely at your own risk.
A port of the PET2001 core from MiSTer to the Turbo Chameleon 64 cartridge.was just released. Turbo Chameleon 64 is an extremely user-friendly multipurpose C64 cartridge that can be used without opening the computer. The PET2001 core is an experimental core, and while the developer will do his utmost to make sure it works for everyone and will try to help solve any problems that arise, you run this core entirely at your own risk.
19.07.2023 - K&A Plus Magazine #23 released and ready to be ordered
Komoda & Amiga Plus, or K & A+ for short, is a paper magazine dedicated to Commodore's range of home computer systems produced between 1977 and 1994. 82 pages (A4) on chalk matt paper offer in issue #23: Ninja, Terrestrial, Zeta wing 2, GP Cars, Targ, PET Panic!, Missle Defence, Muddy Racers, Lester, Tai Chi Tortoise, GameDev Story, Gallery X’2023, XC=BASIC tutorial vol. 4, SpritePad, Balls lika a Frog, We beat on C64, Interview Alf Yngve, Review of fighting games for Amiga, Street Fighter from the inside, Way of the 16-bit Warrior, Mortal Kombat. Secret blows, 4D Sports Boxing, Agonman
Geo Quest 2, Franko, and more...
Komoda & Amiga Plus, or K & A+ for short, is a paper magazine dedicated to Commodore's range of home computer systems produced between 1977 and 1994. 82 pages (A4) on chalk matt paper offer in issue #23: Ninja, Terrestrial, Zeta wing 2, GP Cars, Targ, PET Panic!, Missle Defence, Muddy Racers, Lester, Tai Chi Tortoise, GameDev Story, Gallery X’2023, XC=BASIC tutorial vol. 4, SpritePad, Balls lika a Frog, We beat on C64, Interview Alf Yngve, Review of fighting games for Amiga, Street Fighter from the inside, Way of the 16-bit Warrior, Mortal Kombat. Secret blows, 4D Sports Boxing, Agonman
Geo Quest 2, Franko, and more...
29.05.2023 - Commodore PET game 'PETSCII Bros' released - free for download
This Commodore PET game has similar game mechanics to the original Mario Bros arcade game. Hit the floor under the turtles to flip them, and jump up to kick them. A one or two player action game made for the TOJam 2023 game jam. Mario Bros is not that well known .. it came after Donkey Kong but before Super Mario Bros, introduced Luigi for the first time and also changed Mario from a carpenter into the plumber that we know today.
This Commodore PET game has similar game mechanics to the original Mario Bros arcade game. Hit the floor under the turtles to flip them, and jump up to kick them. A one or two player action game made for the TOJam 2023 game jam. Mario Bros is not that well known .. it came after Donkey Kong but before Super Mario Bros, introduced Luigi for the first time and also changed Mario from a carpenter into the plumber that we know today.
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