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What should I know about the Apple IIGS?

May 22, 2022 Reddit

Xanadu: Scenario II for the NEC PC-88

May 22, 2022 Highretrogamelord89

Came also out for: FM-7 PC-98 Sharp X1 Game description: Xanadu: Scenario II is an expansion pack to Xanadu: Dragon Slayer II. Just like the original game, it is not particularly story-driven; once again, the player is thrown into the medieval fantasy world as a lone nameless hero, who must …

Episode 262 – CoCoFEST! 2022 wrap-up!

May 22, 2022 CoCoTALK!

We just finished celebrating the 30th Annual “Last” Chicago CoCoFEST! this past weekend of May 13th-14th, so today we’ll talk about all the fun we had! Email any suggestions you have for the show to cocotalk@cocotalk.live Visit us on the web at http://cocotalk.live Join us for daily conversations on Discord: …

Tektronix 222 Mini CRT Oscilloscope Restoration

May 21, 2022 CuriousMarc

The Tekronix 222 oscilloscope is a classic Tek collectible. Hard to find a cuter mini-CRT scope and the minimalist yet highly functional user interface is in a league of its own. And it’s digital to boot! In the opinion of some (me included), it still can’t be matched by today’s …

ANTIC Episode 88 – We Need More Atari Shows!

May 21, 2022 ANTIC

ANTIC Episode 88 – We need more Atari shows! In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… lots of Atari action and news, loading Atari software from VHS, and a call for more Atari-specific shows READY! Recurring Links Floppy Days Podcast AtariArchives.org AtariMagazines.com Kevin’s Book “Terrible Nerd” New …

Take him to DETROIT! Amigos: Everything Amiga 352

May 21, 2022 Amigos Retro Gaming

Take the helm of a fledgling auto-producing company in the early 20th century in this unique sim published by Sierra! 🏆 Support our wacky, weekly Amiga podcast! https://www.patreon.com/amigospodcast Watch LIVE Fridays at 5:00 Eastern on https://twitch.tv/amigospodcast 0:00 Take him to Detroit! 5:21 Amiga News 10:54 Boatfest Vintage Computing Festival 14:35 …

Having some trouble with a new(ish) to em Apple //e

May 20, 2022 Reddit

Xanadu: Dragon Slayer II (ザナドゥ) for the NEC PC-88

May 20, 2022 Highretrogamelord89

Came also out for: BREW FM-7 MSX PC-8000 PC-98 Sharp X1 Game description: Xanadu was the name of the summer capital of the Mongolian-ruled Yuan Dynasty in 13th century China. The game, however, is set in a fantasy world, its Xanadu being mysterious ruins beneath a prosperous kingdom, where only …

My GBA Game Collection (150 Games: Uncommon, $$$ & Hidden Gems)

May 20, 2022 Metal Jesus

Here is my entire Nintendo Game Boy Advance (GBA) game collection. So many great games here including rare, uncommon and expensive games plus hidden gems and more! Patreon: http://www.Patreon.com/MetalJesusRocks Twitter: http://twitter.com/MetalJesusRocks Facebook: http://facebook.com/MetalJesusRocks Web: http://www.MetalJesusRocks.com DISCORD CHAT: https://discord.gg/yAaAawV T-shirts: https://metal-jesus-rocks.creator-spring.com My Video Gear & Equipment: Sony FDR-AX53 4K camcorder : …

Hopper on Texas Instruments TI99/4a

May 20, 2022 Steve Benway

Gameplay and commentary from Hopper, being played (badly) on the Texas Instruments TI99/4a vintage computer. Now, I’m not asking, there is no obligation, pressure or expectation, but for those who would specifically like to support my channel via Patreon, my account is at https://www.patreon.com/stevebenway Nothing is held back from non-patrons. …