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JavaScript Commodore 64 Emulator | jsc64 is a Commodore 64 emulator written in JavaScript by Tim de Koning. It's a port of the FC64, the Commodore 64 emulator written in Actionscript by Darron Schall and Claus Wahlers. This emulator is meant as a 'proof of concept' and uses the HTML5 Canvas-element to render the Commodore 64 screen layout. It will work on all modern browsers like Firefox, Google Chrome and Safari.

Demalion Dash | TatterDemalion released a new Boulder Dash game called Demalion Dash 1. The game has 20 caves and 6 intermissions. The last caves are not easy and need a lot of practice to get to the exit.

Lotek64 #32 | In this German-language pdf magazine the following articles: Newsticker, Hobby+Elektronic 2009, Pixelpunch, Death Rally, Kick Off 2 World Cup 2009, C64 Fußballmanager, Arkanoid, Sony PSP, The Bard's Tale, RPG-Perle Terranigma, Blutbad im Splatterhouse and more.

Games That Weren't | An update from the GTW web page. This time the following games were found: Arkanoid V1, Brainleak (preview), Starglider 2, Toxic (preview), Live and Let Die V1. Cartridge confirmations for the C64GS that never were, 33 new GTW entries added and 15 existing GTW entries updated.

Digital Talk #89 | In this German-language d64 magazine the following articles: Computer Szene, Party-corner, Leserhistory, Talkies und Diskussionen, Hall of Fame, Games-corner, Politikecke, Out of C64 and the Musikbox.

C64 Intros | The web page C64 Intros has added another 300 intros bringing the total to 5300 intro's. Updated groups include: Abnormal, Aron Cracker Crew, Beastie Boys, Depredators, Dualis, Extasy, Holocaust, Impact (US), Laxity, Red Sector Incorporated, Silicon Limited, The Ruling Company, Victims and more!

64Copy v4.43 | 64COPY is an all-purpose DOS and C64 emulator file manager made by Peter Schepers. It specializes in converting and manipulating emulator files between various formats. This version has the following changes: Cursor shows insert or overwrite mode. The disassembler has more options with labels. The file splitter is improved. Many improvements with handling directories. Visit Peter's web page for all the details.

C64 Endings | The web page c64endings.co.uk has added new endings of Commodore C64 games. The most recent additions are: Daley Thompson's Olympic Challenge (Ocean), Warrior (Living Colors Software), Video Meanies (Mastertronic), All Terrain Gardener (Ubik), It's Magic (Protovision) and Superkid in Space (Atlantis Software). There are now more than 450 endings available.

Berzerk Redux v1.8 | Version 1.8 of Berzerk Redux is now available. This game is based on the classic arcade game Bezerk. In the game you have to escape the maze, you can shoot the robots, but beware of Evil Otto. The game can be played on a Commodore C64 or with a C64 emulator.

Digital Talk #88 | In this German-language d64 magazine the following articles: Computer Scene, Party Corner, Talkies und Diskussionen, Hall of Fame, Games-Corner, Out of C64, Programmservice and the Music box.

1541U-II News | Gideon Zweijtzer release news about the 1541U-II. The new version features are: The PCB is 30% smaller. MicroSD connector, instead of a full-size SD. Real-time-clock function, for correct file time and date. Larger FPGA, which enables the implementation of more features. USB Host port, which can be used to connect USB-sticks. There are plans to make an suitable case for the device. Visit Gideon's web page for more details and pictures of the 1541U-II.

The Bubbler | The Bubbler is a game for the Commodore C64. It was developed in 1987 but was never completely finished. Matt Young, Sailor/Triad and Jazzcat have been busy to reconstruct the game. The game is now fully complete, containing the loading picture, music and sfx. You can download the game from the GTW64 web page.

Commodore Programming Wikispace | Scott Hutter made a Wiki about programming the Commodore C64 / 128. On this Wiki you can find articles about: BASIC Reference, GEOS Programming, C64 - 128 Kernal Reference, Redimenisioning Arrays (C64), Unnew, Autorun Programs, Fast SEQ File Reader (C128), Speeding Up The 1541 (C64), Rasters, Modifying the INPUT Question Mark (C64), Memory Transfer Using BASIC ROM (C64), Simple Word Wrap Routine and much more.

The Space Limits | The Space Limits is a new game for the Commodore C64. The game is made by Achim and is an entry for the Mini Game Compo. The game will compete in the 4 kB section.

4k BASIC Compo | Forum64 is organizing a 4k BASIC game compo. The game must be written in Commodore BASIC V2 without assembler. The game must work on a normal C64 with a normal 1541 and a joystick. The maximum size is 4 Kilobyte, (4096 bytes). To enter you need to provide a screenshot and the game as a PRG and a simple manual.

Cartograph V1.1 | Arkanix Labs has released a native Commodore 64 application for designing tile-based maps/levels. This versatile tool allows you to create maps and levels for your games, matrices and data for demos and tools and much more. There is a pdf manual available.

Vandalism News #52 | In this English D64 magazine the following items: The Market, Death of Flicker, The Mansion, Mega-Cart VIC20, The Mini Awards, Royal Demo Library, Cracker's Map, Terra Australis, Hex-Hacker, Miha Peternel, Silesia 3 report.

Meta Snake 2 | Terric from the group Meta coded a new game for the Commodore C64. The game is a Snake clone but you are not the only one to eat the food. You have to beat the rival snake for the food and also keep clear of the walls.

SOASC | The search engine of the Stone Oakvalley's Authentic SID Collection has been improved. Searching is now faster, easier to use and has more functionality. Also the bandwidth has been increased, for faster downloaden of a MP3 of your favorite SID.

The Seuck Vault | There are 18 new games added to the collection of Seuck games. Karl-Johan Nilsson released his games Critters and Didrik the Driver. Mason found 16 games: Alien Kill 1, Alien Kill 2, Chaos, Death Dream 1, Death Dream 2, Ikari Warriors 2, Jonathan, Master Blaster, Moebious, Not More Martians, Orbit Empire, Panzerschlacht, Road Duels: The Corvette, Space Control, Space Fight and Tamer.

Hoxs64 | This time a small update for a bug that gives problems if you use the emulator more than 73 minutes. Hoxs64 is a Commodore 64 emulator made by David Horrocks. The goal of Hoxs64 is to accurately emulate the Commodore 64 computer. Features: A cycle based CPU, VIC, CIA and SID.

GR9 Strike Force | A new game for the Commodore C64 developed by T.M.R. In the game you take control of your harrier jet. Your task is to clear the way for ground forces by destroying as many of their land and air defenses as possible.

Vandalism News #51 | In this English D64 magazine the following items: Headline News, The Awards, World of Demos, The Mini-Awards, C64 Heaven, Cracker's Map, Interviews: Carrion and Dokk, LCP 2009, MO8, C64 shops, The list.

Digital Talk #87 | In this German-language d64 magazine the following articles: Computer Scene, Talkies und Diskussionen, Hall of Fame, Games-Corner, Out of C64, Programmservice, Music box and much more.

5000 C64-intros anniversary | The web page C64 Intros has added another 300 intros bringing the total to 5000 intro's. Updated groups include: A-Team, Cyberpunx, Danish Dream Line, Dynamix, Excess, Hardcore, Hitmen, Krabat Crew, Mirage, Noname, Orion, Trauma, The Shadows, X-Rated and many more.

ICU 64 | Mathfigure has been working on a visual debugger for the Commodore C64. The debugger is available for the Frodo and the VICE emulator. The debugger will let you look at and change the memory of the emulator while running a program.
You can watch a YouTube video with a demonstration of ICU 64 on Mathfigure's web page.

C64 on the iPhone (not) | For 3 days there was a iPhone application available to emulate the C64 on the iPhone. But some people discovered that you could activate the original BASIC. And Apple decided to remove the app. The developer Manomio has now made a version without BASIC and will try to get it approved again by Apple.

Admiral64 | Adric is working on Admiral 64. This program will emulate the BASIC operating environment, with the look and feel of a Commodore 64 (or Plus/4 or 128). It will include: PETSCII graphics, Direct editing and executing of BASIC, In quote mode and a Screen editor. The program is written in C++ and can be used in DOSBox.

EasyFlash | EasyFlash is a cartridge for the C64 expansion port. In contrast to traditional cartridges, this one can be programmed directly from the C64. EasyFlash is a 1 MByte Flash EPROM card with multiple configurations and banks possible. It does not use traditional UV-EPROMs, but Flash memory. This makes it possible to burn the cartridge using your C64, no EPROM programmer is needed.

The Seuck Vault | More than 20 games have been added to the Seuck vault. Mason of C64Heaven has tracked down the following games: Apache Fight, Ball Manic, Better Dead Than Anthoni, Bug Blaster, The Canals of Mars, Chopter Hunt 2, Chrome Warriors, Commando 88, Duel Attack, Last Duel, Marauder 2, Next Generation 2 - Brothers Arms 3, Precision Fighter, Radcliffe in Monsterland, Terra Cresta 2 and Twin Cobra.

Space Crap III | Space Crap III is a new game for the Commodore C64 made by Piti with the help of TSM, Roberto, Raffox, Ian Coog and Richard. In the game you have to destroy the enemy balls with 4 different ships. To complete a level you need to get 70 balls in 70 seconds

Hoxs64 - v1.0.5.27 | David Horrocks released an update of his Commodore 64 emulator. This time the following changes: Option to enable/disable opposing joystick directions. Speed optimisation to the CPU, CIA and VIC. The emulation is noticeable faster on lines with no DMA fetches and no IRQs. Bug fix to the reverse keyboard matrix. Accurate emulation of the $DD00 VIC bank switch bug. David is now working on the debugger.

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