Interested in coding software and games for retro computers and games consoles? We now have a Retro Game Coders channel in the Retro Software Discord server: Join the Retro Software Discord Also below, a preview of two games I will be releasing for beta soon on lots of different retro computers (and why it has been taking me so long ...) -- Chris We still have the community forums for you to discuss retro computers, programming, and games, etc (ππ΅'π΄ π§π³π¦π¦!)...
16 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
We are experiencing a heat wave here in jollie olde England, so thoughts naturally lead to .. gulp .. *outside* ..Perfect time to review a device that allows you to game on the go, the Trimui Smart Pro S. Is it better than the cheap and amazing R36S? That doesn't mean we stop programming, we have a couple of posts about programming techniques illustrated by C64 BASIC code, plus the Amiga and ST C tutorial continues! -- Chris Join the community to discuss retro computers, programming, and...
about 1 month agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Amiga and ST fans have been asking when I would be adding 16-bit support to the online retro IDE since the beginning, so I am relieved to be able to announce they are in place and ready to use, finally! Not only are they supported, but you get AMOS/STOS BASIC, VBCC for C programming, and also TRSE, all right in your web browser with nothing to download, install, or configure π₯³ 8-bit systems were not neglected either, Commodore 128, Plus/4, Nintendo Gameboy, MSX2, Amstrad CPC 464, Atari 800...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Spring is here in jollie olde England (in-between days of rain), but as a dutiful retro computing nerd I have been spending my spare time inside, working on resources for our wonderful retro community: Hetty enjoying the sun A BASIC interpreter for the web, Windows, Linux, and Mac. Searchable Docs website covering all the platforms and languages featured in the online Retro IDE. Adding new platforms and compilers to said IDE. It's been a lot, and a lot of fun, but it has meant I neglected...
3 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
I am one of the lucky folks who got a C64 Ultimate (20,000 of us now!) and of course I added my thoughts the many reviews out there, but from a retro programming point of view which I hope helps this community more than "does it play games" that most others focused on ;)You will also see I put together a beginners guide to repairing and refurbishing retro computers. Do let me know if it is helpful or if there is anything missing! Join the community to discuss retro computers, programming, and...
5 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Lots happening on the online retro IDE lately. Firstly I added a new platform, the Commodore PET. You might also notice Atari, Spectrum, and C64 platforms now have ugBASIC with more to come, and the Commodore systems also have XC-BASIC3! These compilers are also featured in my exploration of sprites and bitmap graphics on the C64 you will find linked below. Join the community to discuss retro computers, programming, and games, plus more goodies coming soon! (ππ΅'π΄ π§π³π¦π¦!)...
7 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
This week was very ZX Spectrum flavoured, with an XBerry Pi Review and compiled Spectrum BASIC + C added to the online IDE, but as USA was busy eating Turkey and watching sports I am sure nobody will mind! Join the community to discuss retro computers, programming, and games, plus more goodies coming soon! (ππ΅'π΄ π§π³π¦π¦!) https://retrogamecoders.com/community/ Here are the latest articles from the blog XBerry Pi Review β ZX Spectrum Next in Pi Form Factor XBerry Pi solves a problem. It's a ZX...
7 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
This week, Apple //e + Applesoft BASIC, Vic 20 BASIC, and Kick Assembler all added to the online retro programming IDE! Join the community to discuss retro computers, programming, and games, plus more goodies coming soon! (ππ΅'π΄ π§π³π¦π¦!) https://retrogamecoders.com/community/ Here are the latest articles from the blog Maxduino Review: Tape Cassette Emulator for Multiple Retro Computers MAXduino is an all-in-one digital tape SD solution for ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, MSX, ZX80/ZX81, Acorn Atom,...
8 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
This week, converting C64 BASIC to compiled XC-BASIC3 for added speed, plus my new community! Join to discuss retro computers, programming, and games, plus more goodies coming soon! (ππ΅'π΄ π§π³π¦π¦!) https://retrogamecoders.com/community/ It's brand new and soft-launched, but I am hoping it will become a friendly resource for anyone who wants to build things for these classic systems! Here are the latest articles from the blog Creating a Classic 3D Maze Game for the C64 in XC-BASIC 3 XC-BASIC is a...
8 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read