Firmware upgrades for THEC64 provide new features and/or correct any technical issues.

We always recommend that you use the latest version of the firmware.

Version 1.3.1 – Changes:

• Fixes an issue when using Left Shift key and top-left arrow key for opening/closing THEC64 Menu from BASIC.
• Fixes an issue regarding the current computer model setting and different model requirements specified in a cjm file.

Download: TheC64 Firmware v1.3.1 (1174)

source: thec64.com

NEW TAG: C64 BIG GAME PACK

Some new games or tools (Cracked / Trained or Unrealeased) for Commodore 64 have been released from your favorites groups.

Titles:

• Wizard
• Star Race +3
• Bubble Bobble (Continue Fix)
• Bug Out 2019 [gkgm]
• Bug Out 2019 + [gkgm]
• Commando 2084
• Night Time
• Croaky +2HF
• Keystone Kapers
• Keystone Kapers +3D
• Mr T Tells the Time +D
• Keystone Kapers +1D
• Super Goatron V1.0
• Strider +5DHI
• Super Goatron V1.0 +6
• Arkadenoid
• Boulder Dash Junior III +2
• Eight Feet Under +D
• Bubble Mania Preview +
• Night Time
• Iceblox Plus +5HF [sales version]
• Unnamed Role-Playing Game Preview
• Micro Hexagon +HD
• Rocket ‘N Roll [seuck]
• Quasimodo – Herrscher der Kartanen [german]
• The Revenge of Moriarty +D
• Whiz Kid +2
• Danger Freak
• Danger Freak (V2)
• Let’s Make a C64 Game Preview 2
• Neon Sky Preview
• Tili-Toli
• Kissit +2DHT
• Space-Ball +2FDT
• The Last Warrior +2
• Platoon (The Tunnel System) [lightgun]
• Spy Hunt +
• Wizard of Wor (MAX V02) +3DGH
• Luna +1H
• Wizard of Wor +9DGH [c64 version]
• Wizard of Wor (MAX V01) +3DGH
• Luna +2HD
• Witch Day Preview
• Get Witchy +D
• Forgotten Forest V1.1 [seuck]
• Halloween-Breakout Preview
• Get Witchy +D
• Get Witchy
• Two Days to the Race V1.7 +D
• On the Queen’s Footsteps Preview
• Alien Research Centre 2
• Luna +3HD
• Two Days to the Race V1.7 +D
• Puralax! +1D
• Space Ache Preview +2
• Space Orbs
• Alien 8
• Space Orbs +D
• Bruce Lee – Duology
• Space Orbs &D
• Alien 8 +D

Download: All Games in One Archive (7236)

source: csdb.dk

This is the official demo party results from Zoo 2019. See also the CSDB ZOO 2019 section for more informations.

C64 Demo:

• 1 – Out of Contex by Artline Designs
• 2 – Void Mind 84% by Extend (*)        
• 3 – Able Marble by Accession
• 4 – Metadimension by Pers’ Wastaiset Produktiot
• 5 – Rebirth by Finnish Gold (*)        
• 6 – Rebels 1989 by Rebels
• 7 – Nine Rings by Dr. TerrorZ
• 8 – Odysseija by Wide Load
• 9 – Demo1988 by Codetsu
• 10 – Tales from the Crypt PETSCII Edition by wbochar
• 11 – Kolmiolaeaeke by Galtin Ballway (*)                
• 12 – Dobbelganger by Grue

(*) Missing

C64 Music:

• 1 – Cakewalk by Jangler
• 2 – Touch the Sky by Flex
• 3 – Ten Pokes by Jojeli
• 4 – Break Rulez by Apollyon
• 5 – Mala Gente by Zardax
• 6 – Sour & Salty by Juzdie
• 7 – The Wrath of Yamo by Abaddon
• 8 – Jälkilöyly by Deetsay
• 9 – Amazing Discoveries by LMan
• 10 – Smoke and Mirrors by Stinsen/dLx
• 11 – Shartnado! by Aomeba
• 12 – Agent of Lies by ocean
• 13 – Magical Shower by Warlord
• 14 – Zoo Much Information by TDM
• 15 – Banana Island Song by Flotsam
• 16 – The Scobble Lotcher by Vegard
• 17 – Atomshelter by Slimex
• 18 – Retrospect 130 by Ferrara
• 19 – I Held That Cheese for 2 Mins and Then I Ate It by Spider Jerusalem
• 20 – Lo-Fi in My Basement by Uneksija
• 21 – Hardware Malfunction by Proton
• 22 – Zooong by Barik        

C64 Graphics:

• 1 – Raster Split by Electric
• 2 – Phoenix by Facet
• 5 – New Messiah by L3nin666
• 6 – Crystaleyezed by Prowler
• 7 – Mayor of Candytown by Debris
• 8 – Escape from Zoo by Edi
• 9 – Stroll by ptoing
• 10 – High Hopes by Apollyon
• 11 – Resting Ronin by MisBug
• 12 – Kaiser Wieners Keg & Pickle by Mntrk
• 13 – Super Off Road Homage by ilesj
• 14 – Yksitoista by Debris
• 15 – Sauna Anyone? by Mr. Masterzeus
• 16 – Medusa by Fabs
• 17 – Hanami in Roihuvuori by Moraff
• 18 – Brazil Nuts by Moziz
• 19 – 8th Gate by Rail Slave
• 20 – Sweaty Pear by ptoing
• 21 – Spacesplash by Dr. TerrorZ
• 22 – Sunset in Varlaxudden by Moraff
• 23 – Ilbu by Ilbu

C64 Basic Demo:

• 1 – Basic V3 by Jupp3
• 2 – Necessity by Codetsu
• 3 – Sosialistinen tietokone by Jumalauta

C64 Disk Cover:

• 1 – Jack of Apes by Electric
• 2 – Damones at Zoo-Karaoke by Duce
• 3 – Void Mind by Duce (*)        
• 4 – Pääkallot by Ilbu
• 5 – Late Night Zoo by Junkie
• 6 – Death Trip by Hani
• 7 – Space Bar / Honey I’m Going to Zoo by Debris
• 8 – Young God by Sipsitjadippi
• 9 – Run U Fool by Sipsitjadipp    
• 10 – CCCCCCCCCCC by Manu

(*) Missing

Mixed Graphics:

• 1 – Swimming Pool by Exotic Men
• 2 – Ajattelija by Laserzone
• 3 – Grill Master by Extend
• 4 – Limpo by Fit
• 5 – Channel0 by Atlantis
• 6 – Soft Eagle by Extend
• 7 – Revenge! by Fit
• 8 – Madame by Panic
• 9 – Hardware by Yleisradio
• 10 – Elin by Yleisradio
• 13 – Light by Dr. TerrorZ
• 14 – Fast Blood by Panic
• 15 – The Muumio Is From the Ranch, From the Texas by HiRMU
• 16 – Ghost of the Zoo 19 by Hani
• 17 – Manga Cat by Alice Li
• 18 – Death by wbochar
• 19 – Dragon by BemaSoft
• 20 – Skull by wbochar
• 21 – Ilmeenikunzoo by Manu
• 22 – Örmi Ötökkä by Vilke
• 23 – Tupladiski by Laserzone
• 24 – Hampaat by Unkkubanaani

Download: Zoo 2019 Full Party Stuff (904)

source: zooparty.org

A new version of the firmware for the Ultimate-64 / U2+ / U2 by Gideon is released.

Difference with previous release V1.21 / V1.22 (Initial Elite release)

Changes / Improvements to the U64 FPGA:

• Added Drive B activity to the possible Case LED outputs.
• Increased the number of UltiSIDs from two to eight.
• Fixed Jailbar issue on HDMI output.
• Fixed a Ledstrip issue that slipped into one of the previous versions.
• Improved EMC performance.
• Added Paddle Swap for the U64 Elite.
• Increased application CPU performance.

Changes to the Ultimate 64 application:

• Added support for 8-SID configuations.
• Split the U64 configuration settings for better overview.
• Added possibility to load / save and reset configuration settings.
• Added the possibility to have temporary configuration settings.
• Added choice of which UltiSID causes the LED strip to light up.
• Added a Visual SID addressing editor.
• Added detection and real time configuration of FPGASID.
• Added detection and real time configuration of SwinSid Ultimate.
• Added detection and real time configuration of ARMSID.
• Fixed screen title when connecting to the machine through Telnet.
• Added joyswap to the configuration menu.
• Option to use Final Cart V1/V2 re-enabled.
• Upgraded the OS to a newer version.

Unreleased work:

• Flashing the ESP32 WiFi module from the file browser menu.
• “Drive C” – software 1581 emulation by Scott Hutter .

Planned work for the upcoming release:

• Keystrokes to quickly enable / mute audio channels
• Connection between the ESP32 and the C64
• A sample project for the ESP32, which can be used for others to port stuff like modem emulation.

Thanks go to Chris, Marty and Wilfred for providing various SID replacements to test with. Thanks to MarkusC64 for reviewing the FPGASID configuration code and providing useful feedback.

Ultimate 2+ Differences with previous release V3.4c

General Usability and Compatibility:

• Added possibility to load / save and reset configuration settings.
• Added the possibility to have temporary configuration settings.
• Improvements to the 6502 CPU for improved 1541 compatibility.

Improvements to SID player:

• Built-in SID player now supports MUS files as well (including stereo tunes) Music files can be found here: http://www.c64music.co.uk/
• Added support for toggling screen on/off in Sidplayer with S key.
• Added support for song length in SID header.
• Fixed correct SID model selection for SIDFX boards .

Various other bug fixes:

• Copying a file from a container now restores extension.
• Fixed issue of copying file from .t64 files.
• Added ‘Enter’ option for .t64 files.
• User Interface improvements / fixes.
• Fixed telnet connection – removing header upon connect (fixes random copy actions)

——————————————————————-

1541 Ultimate-II Differences with previous release V3.4c.

General Usability and Compatibility:

• Added possibility to load / save and reset configuration settings.
• Added the possibility to have temporary configuration settings.

Improvements to the 6502 CPU for improved 1541 compatibility:

• Improvements to SID player:
  • Built-in SID player now supports MUS files as well (including stereo tunes) Music files can be found here: http://www.c64music.co.uk/
• Added support for toggling screen on/off in Sidplayer with S key.
• Added support for song length in SID header.
• Fixed correct SID model selection for SIDFX boards.

Various other bug fixes:

• Copying a file from a container now restores extension.
• Fixed issue of copying file from .t64 files.
• Added ‘Enter’ option for .t64 files.
• User Interface improvements / fixes.
• Fixed telnet connection – removing header upon connect (fixes random copy actions)
• Changed default hostname to match target.

Dropped features:

• Support for the ISO9660 filesystem.
• The audio variant no longer supports recording TAP files. The dual drive version does.

Download:

• U64/Ultimate-64 v1.24 - U2+/U2 v3.6 Firmware (743)

source: ultimate64.com

Hoxs64 written by David Horrocks is a Commodore 64 emulator for Microsoft Windows 2K/XP/Vista/Seven (DirectX 9+)

The emulator substantially reproduces this legacy machine in minute detail.

Changelog (v1.0.23):

• Allow PC joystick to control up to 5 C64 keys.
• Monitor refresh option added to emulation video settings.

Download:

• Hoxs64 32/64 bit/Win98k v1.0.23 (786)

source: hoxs64.net

NEW TAG: C64 BIG GAME PACK

Some new games or tools (Cracked / Trained or Unrealeased) for Commodore 64 have been released from your favorites groups.

Titles:

• Spaceware Shuttle Designer
• Stercore XD +1D
• Stercore 64 +1D
• Endless Forms Most Beautiful 64 +
• C64 Chess Preview
• Numen Engine Preview
• Endless Forms Most Beautiful 64 +3D
• Swarm 16k V1.1.0
• Endless Forms Most Beautiful 64 V1.1 +3D
• Swarm 16k V1.1.0 &D
• Forgotten Worlds +13DI
• SIDWAVE Shooter [seuck]
• 4M Arena [disk]
• LVDVS Preview
• Wug +
• Killer Bees V4 +2HF
• X-Out +6DGI
• War2One Preview
• Donkey Trolls Preview +3H
• Railroad Tycoon +D
• Racing Destruction Set
• Racing Destruction Set [easyflash]
• Berks Four
• Berks Four +3
• Minesweeper 2019
• Spider Maze Tutorial Preview +
• Testgame Preview +
• Let’s Make a C64 Game Preview
• Stay Alive +M
• Chopper Command +D
• Chopper Command
• Chopper Command +1D
• Chopper Command +3D
• Helicopter Game Preview
• TRogue64 Preview +3DF
• Duel Intro +1HF
• Berks Four V1.1
• Swarm 16k V1.1.0 +D
• Desatranques Jaén [seuck]
• 4M Arena +3 [disk version]
• Masquerade +D
• Budokan +3DFI
• Beat Em Up Preview 2 +
• SplatThem64
• SplatThem64 +
• Happy Blocks DX
• 4 A Win
• Bombakereső +D
• Bombakereső +CD
• Happy Blocks DX +2D
• Bombakereső (minesweeper)
• Bombakereső +1D
• 4 A Win +F
• Cruiser-X 79 Preview +2D
• Cimbo +D
• Cimbo +
• Banana Republic Preview +3D
• Cimbo +1D
• Cruiser-X 79 Preview +2D
• Mafia Assembler Edition Preview [german]
• Cimbo
• Lhasa Mountain +D
• Dragon Hunter +2D
• Crypt of the Pharaoh +D
• Brick’s Revenge Preview +2
• Mafia Assembler Edition Preview
• Mr T’s Money Box +D
• Mr T’s Alphabet Games +D
• Mr T Meets His Match +D
• Mr T’s Number Games +D
• Mr T’s Shape Games +D
• Mr T’s Measuring Games +D
• Dragon Hunter +2D
• Croaky +2
• Croaky +2HF
• The Temple of Doom +3FD
• Trogue64 +5H
• Rockball +2D

Download: All Games in One Archive (5945)

source: csdb.dk

Jean-François DEL NERO (who’s behind the HxC SD Floppy Emulator) recently has released a version of the HxC emulator firmware that is compatible with the STM32 chip used in the Gotek floppy emulators.

This means that the great functionality of the HxC SD emulator is now available on cheaper and more widely available hardware.

The bootloader to convert the Gotek floppy drive in HxC compatible must be purchased on the website HXC 2001 by sending an email to Jean-François DEL NERO. The price of the bootloader is one-off 10 Euro per Gotek that you want to update. Future updates of the software are free and can be made from a USB stick

The HXC Usb (Gotek) firmware supports: + many more….

USB Stick STM32 (Gotek) HxC Floppy Emulator Firmware v3.3.1.2a -> v3.4.4.6a cumulative changelog:

• QuickDisk support : Fixes/Timing improvements. Data masked outside the read window.
• OSD : Keys/Rotary regression fixed.
• QuickDisk support : Various write enhancement for Roland machines support (Roland S-10,S-220,…)
• OSD : Keys/Rotary wake-up behavior changed/enhanced.
• QuickDisk support : More Fixes again ! Blank.qd image : Ready window increased from 5s to 5.5s
• QuickDisk support : More important write support fixes !
• QuickDisk support : Write support fixed (DMA descriptors fixed).
• Work in progress : QuickDisk emulation support added !
• A new build variant is now available to emulate QuickDisk drive !
• The Gotek floppy port to the QuickDisk interface is:
  • – Shugart pin –          — QuickDisk Machine–
  • Pin  2 (/DC)           ->  /MS (/MediaSense)
  • Pin 10 (/DS0)          ->  Connect it to GND/VSS
  • Pin 16 (/MotorOn)      ->  /MO
  • Pin 20 (/Step)         ->  /RS (/Reset)
  • Pin 22 (/WriteData)    ->  /WD (/WriteData)
  • Pin 24 (/WriteGate)    ->   WG (WriteGate)
  • Pin 28 (/WriteProtect) ->   WP (WriteProtect)
  • Pin 30 (/ReadData)     ->   RD (ReadData)
  • Pin 34 (/Ready)        ->  /RY (/Ready)
  • Pins 4,6,8,12,14,18,26 and 32 can be left unconnected on the Gotek.
  • Odd pins Gotek pins (1,3,5,7,…,33) should be connected to the GND/VSS.
  • The jumper must be set to “MO”.
  • A Blank QuickDisk floppy disk can be found in the firmware archive in the /QuickDisk folder.
• Fix 3.3.8.14a PC Floppy interface mode regression.
• Faster disk-change state head-step clear and mask ready during the diskchange delay. (Fix Yamaha Clavinova diskchange issue)
• USB stick browser : Faster/smoother files/folders browsing.
• USB stick folder Auto mount : Faster files copy/image generation.  
• You can hide HXCSDFE.CFG, AUTOBOOT.HFE and /mount/emptyfat.img files on the stick now.
• Default 7 segments screen standby / powerup can changed on the custom firmware page : https://hxc2001.com/custom_fw/
• Fix non-working v3.3.6.1a firmware !
• On screen display : Separated HSYNC/VSYNC signals support added:
  • For machines without CSYNC (Composite Sync) signal.
  • Once this option is enabled the Gotek video IOs are mapped as this :
  • OSD Video out : Gotek U8 Pin 5 (PB15).
  • OSD Video HSYNC in : Gotek “JTCK-SWCLK” pin (PA14).
  • OSD Video VSYNC in : Gotek U8 Pin 1 (PB12).
• New system family raw file support : Roland W30/W50/S50/S330/S550. (7 digits display menu entry -> 019)
• Fix floppy IO pins state when the select line is permanently low (v3.3.4.1a regression).
• Write codes speed optimizations.
• HFE : Format support : Fix the “too early index” issue.
• Raw files : Fix interface mode settings. (v3.3.4.4a regression)
• File sorting : Ignore file name case.
• Direct access : Fix the “set index” command.
• OSD : CSYNC Pull-up enabled.
• Fix some possible format issues.
• Some more optimizations.
• Head settling time default value fixed on the custom firmware page : https://hxc2001.com/custom_fw/
• “Interface CFG” LCD/OLED/OSD menu entry fixed.
• OSD:
  • Code speed optimizations (CPU pipeline + Flash prefetch optimizations).
  • OSD Polarity can be now set with the “OLED screen polarity” parameter.
• Better/lower lines jitter while floppy emulation is running.
• USB : Code speed optimizations (read & write Fifos, ISR).
• ASM ISR (Step, Drive Select…) : Many code speed optimizations (CPU pipeline + Flash prefetch optimizations).
• The firmware is now stable with both OSD and floppy emulation working in the same time !
• “Normal mode” / Direct disk browsing : Files entries are now alphabetically ordered. Folders appears first then the files images.
• “Load Last selected image” : Fix reload issue with some long file names.

This is only a little part of the changelog. The original one is very long and you can read it here. (instruction manual here)

The HxC Floppy Emulator Firmware Customization page: https://hxc2001.com/custom_fw/

Download: USB Stick STM32 (Gotek) HxC Firmware v3.4.4.6a (961)

source: hxc2001.com

Pocket-Go (Bitt-Boy Landscape version) / LDK Game (Landscape version) Open Source Retro Gaming Handhelds.

I’m always been fascinated by these small retro gaming handhelds consoles especially for the low cost.

These small consoles emulate quite well most games of consoles and computers and are supported by an active community of enthusiasts.

I don’t think it’s necessary to do the hundredth review of these portable consoles, i leave you with the technical specifications of each consoles and some useful links.

LDK Game Retro Gaming Handheld Technical (Landscape Version) Details:

• Processor: JZ4760B Dual-Core 64Bit 528Mhz
• Software Functions: Retro Gaming Emulation, Audio/Video Playback, Audio Recorder, E-Book.
• Pre-Installed Emulators: CPS1, CPS2, Neo-Geo, Megadrive / Genesis, Sega Master System, GameGear and so on.
• Display: 2.7″ Inch Color Display (TFT) Adjustable screen brightness.
• Resolution: 320×240.
• Video Playback: Supports the following formats: RM, RMVB, AVI, MKV, WMV, VOB, MOV, FLV, ASF, DAT, MP4, 3GP, MPG, MPEG
• RAM: 128MB DDR2.
• Storage: 16GB Fast-Accessing Storage.
• Storage Expansion: Micro SD Card Slot (For up-to 128GB)
• Speakers: High Quality – Built IN.
• Analog Stick.
• Audio Playback: Supports the following formats: APE, MP3, WMA, DRM WMA, OGG, APE, FLAC, WAV, AAC (Including: AAC-LC/AAC HE/AAC+V1/V2)
• Audio Recording: Supports Audio Recording in .WAV (High Quality)
• I/O: RCA Component for TV Output, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, Micro USB Port, Micro SD Card/TF Card Slot.
• Languages: Multi.
• Battery: Li-Ion BL-5C 1020mAh Built-in.
• Dimensions (cm): 12.9 x 8.8 x 1.7
• Package: Consoles, USB Cable, USB-SD Card Adapter, User Manual, 32GB SD Card.

Link:

• CPU Datasheet
• Custom Firmware

Pocket-Go (Bitt-Boy Landscape version) OpenDingux Technical Details:

• Processor: ALLWINNER F1C100S ARM9 up to 900MHz
• Software Functions: Retro Gaming Emulation, Audio/Video Playback, Audio Recorder, E-Book
• Pre-Installed Emulators: CPS1, CPS2, Neo-Geo, Megadrive / Genesis, Sega Master System, GameGear and so on.
• Display: 2.4″ Inch Color Display (IPS) Adjustable screen brightness with a tempered glass protector for the screen will effectively reduce the problem of screen scratching.
• Resolution: 320×240.
• Video Playback: Supports the following formats: RM, RMVB, AVI, MKV, WMV, VOB, MOV, FLV, ASF, DAT, MP4, 3GP, MPG, MPEG
• RAM: 32MB DDR2
• Material: ABS
• Memory card type: Micro SD
• Storage: supported up to 128GB
• Speakers: High Quality – Built IN
• Audio Playback: Supports the following formats: APE, MP3, WMA, DRM WMA, OGG, APE, FLAC, WAV, AAC (Including: AAC-LC/AAC HE/AAC+V1/V2)
• Audio Recording: Supports Audio Recording in .WAV (High Quality)
• I/O: RCA Component for TV Output, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, Micro USB Port, Micro SD Card/TF Card Slot
• Extra: Support vibration on games.
• L,R Buttons.
• Battery: 1000mAh lithium battery
• Languages: Multi.
• Battery lasts 3–4 hours
• Dimensions (cm): 12.3 x 5.6 x 1.4
• Package: Consoles, USB Cable, USB-SD Card Adapter, User Manual, 8GB SD Card, Nintendo Style Buttons Replacements.

Link:

• CPU Datasheet 
• Custom Firmware
• Custom Firmware Installation
• Official Homepage

Gallery:

Hoxs64 written by David Horrocks is a Commodore 64 emulator for Microsoft Windows 2K/XP/Vista/Seven (DirectX 9+)

The emulator substantially reproduces this legacy machine in minute detail.

Changelog (v1.0.21.2):

• Changed command line option -autoload “hostfilename.d64″ “:c64filename” such that c64filename will have the case flipped.
• Added command line option “@” to index a directory with no file type filter.

Download:

• Hoxs64 32/64 bit/Win98k v1.0.21.2 (729)

source: hoxs64.net

What is DiagROM?

DiagROM is a diagnostic tool for the amiga computers.

And it is to be used on defective machines, trying to help no-boot situations etc.

You simply replace the Kickstart roms in the Amiga with the DiagROM. and when poweron. your Amiga will start a diagnostic software. It will try to dump info on the serialport (and actual menus etc aswell) while also trying on the screen.

Changelog:

• Now Diskdrivetest should work on most machines.
• Memchecks should now detect non working ram better.
• Experimental CIA test added that should work on NTSC machines aswell. MIGHT give false results on TOD-B  tests. It will still say that IRQ is needed, this is not true :)
• Added RGB Test.
• Usual “bugfixes” pressing left mousebutton when chipmemdetect starts skips serial output and makes startup faster. holding down left mousebutton while doing memscan at start skips memtests. (good if it hangs during scan. known not found bug yet!)
• Updated to tested values if new CIA test that should be more correct.
• Also in memoryedit mode (memtest) added pageup/down functions with Q and Z keys.
• (or Amigastandard shift+cursor keys)  also added official support to execute code from current locaton using the X key. (this is very much not really useful for most people)

Download: DiagoROM v1.2 Stable (837)

source: diagrom.com

Plugs directly into IEEE of your PET / CBM Series Computer.

TFW8b and Tynemouth Software have once again brought the best of both worlds together, this time giving PET owners a high quality SD Card storage solution.

SD2PET Future:

• Plugs directly into PET IEEE-488 port.
• Powered from rear datasette port.
• SD Card accessible at rear of PET.
• Reset button and activity LED (Red/Green)
• Works with BASIC 2 & 4 Machines (BASIC 1 Machines can be upgraded with PET ROM/RAM)
• Supports PRG, D64, D80, D82 Disk Images.
• Simply plug it in your PET and it’s ready to go.

Supported Machines:

• Commodore 2001 (with BASIC 2 or BASIC 4 Upgrade)
• Commodore 2001N-XX (BASIC 2 or 4)
• Commodore 3008/3016/3032
• Commodore 4008/4016/4032
• Commodore 8032/8096/8296

Untested:

• Commodore CBM II 600/700
• Commodore SuperPet.
• Commodore VIC20/C64 with IEEE-488 Cartridge.

Unsupported (Due to different connectors):

• Commodore 8032-SK
• Commodore 8096-SK

Designed by Tynemouth Software & produced by TFW8b.

Gallery:

Video:

source: thefuturewas8bit.com blog.tynemouthsoftware.co.uk

This is the official demo party results from Datastorm 2019. See also the CSDB DATASTORM 2019 section for more informations.

C64 Demo:

• 1 – The Last Truckstop 3 by Fairlight
• 2 – Two Sided by Atlantis
• 3 – Essentials by Hack n’ Trade
• 4 – Svensk Husmanskost by Insane
• 5 – Snustricks 2 by E-Grass

C64 4K Intro:

• 1 – 4k PETSCII Intro by Genesis Project

C64 Music:

• 1 – Neutron Bouncer by Stinsen/dLx
• 2 – Unpolished by Qdor
• 3 – Melodeus by Magnar Harestad
• 4 – Dawnstar Ascendant by Nightbeat
• 5 – Datatanten Strikes Back by AnaNg

C64 Graphics:

• 1 – Eyes of the Storm by Malmix
• -    Asian Wolf by The Sarge
• 3 – Music Box by Magnar Harestad
• 4 – Yesterday I saw Fluffy Clouds by Facet/Magic

Mixed Graphics:

• 1 – Insane Heart by Insane
• 2 – Attitude by Insane
• 3 – Unsensible Soccer by Fatzone
• 4 – Flush Love Sweden by Flush

Download: Datastorm 2019 Full Party Stuff (786)

source: datastorm.party

I used the 22Disk & TeleDisk software for writing the Floppy Disks for the Grundy Newbrain.

The Floppy disk writing software & the Grundy Newbrain software can be downloaded here: newbrainemu.eu

Gallery:

What can I do with this?

With the new Ultimate 64 firmware (>=1.1c) there is an option to receive video frames & audio over a network connection at 50fps.

You can use this tool to capture those frames into an image, audio or video file.

Changelog v1.1a (21/07/2019):

• Added audio capture

Download: U64 Streamer v1.2 (759)

source: u64streamer

DirMaster is a Windows-based GUI application designed to help Commodore enthusiasts explore and manage their disk image collections.

DirMaster supports common (and uncommon) emulator disk image formats (such as .d64, .d81, .d2m, etc), almost every native Commodore archival format (such as .arc, .sda, .lnx, etc), and many native graphic formats (such as koala, doodle, amica, etc).

DirMaster was designed to give users a perfect blend of familiar appearance (e.g. natural looking disk image contents using the PETSCII character set) and modern GUI functionality (e.g. drag and drop, opening multiple disk images at once). The first version of DirMaster was released in 2006

Issues reported by users that were resolved in v3.1.3:

• Windows XP compatibility restored in 3.1.3 [0182] (Luca/FIRE + others)
• Extending a d64 from 35 to 40 tracks, track 35 is destroyed [0172] (stephan-andres)
• cvt file copy would result in failure to validate the disk in GEOS [0178] (scott.hutter)

Thanks to all who made an effort to submit bug reports. If you sent a bug report and don’t see it addressed here, don’t worry, it’s in the queue.

Other issues resolved in v3.1.3:

• “Mark disk for GEOS” incorrectly writes the border sector [0181]
• New d64 images are more accurately matching the 1541 formatted content (open1,8,15,”n0:” style) [0179]
• BAM view could cause a crash when viewing truncated disk images, this should be less likely now [0168]
• An error message would sometimes be shown when quitting DirMaster after launching a disk image in an emulator [0159]

Belated thanks to Bacchus/FLT who sent most of the issues that were addressed in 3.1.2.

Download: DirMaster v3.1.3 (706)

source: style64.org/dirmaster