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The Atari 800XL is officially getting its rumored remake complete with cartridge support, and it looks more like the '80s microcomputer I use to play cursed classics
Retro Games Ltd has officially announced a remake of the Atari 800XL microcomputer, featuring HDMI output, a physical cartridge slot, and a full-sized keyboard. While priced at $219.99 / £199.99, it aims to be a faithful recreation for retro computing enthusiasts, though some find the price high compared to previous releases like the Atari 400 Mini.
RGB2RTG v0.5 - Redirect your AMIGA RGB image to RTG display
A new homebrew software called RGB2RTG, developed by Astair86, has been released for Amiga 1200 PiStorm owners. This unofficial Emu68 fork redirects the Amiga's native RGB video signal directly to the Raspberry Pi's RTG HDMI display output, potentially eliminating the need for extra hardware to display native Amiga games and demos on modern screens.
The upcoming Amiga A1200 remake will ship with a special edition of an iconic UK gaming magazine, but only if…
Retro Games Ltd is releasing a remake of the Amiga 1200, which will include a special edition of the UK gaming magazine ZZAP! with its initial UK production run. This limited-time bonus aims to enhance the retro experience for early adopters. The THEA1200 features a functional keyboard, AmigaOS, HDMI output, and 25 built-in games, priced at $189.99.
The Insane Trip Of Going Back In Time " Get Boinged " - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
This article details the extensive process of restoring and modifying an Amiga 1200 computer, including troubleshooting hardware issues, installing AmigaOS 3.9 with custom Boing Bags, and integrating a PCMCIA CD-ROM drive and additional CF card storage. The author shares insights into overcoming technical challenges and implementing creative hardware solutions to enhance the retro computing experience.
Amiga 1200 remake is delayed until December, and chip shortages are partly to blame
Retro Games Ltd has delayed the release of its Amiga 1200 remake until December 4, 2026, citing issues with its operating system and global chip shortages. This marks another setback for the emulation-based microcomputer, which was previously postponed due to legal disputes over the Amiga branding. The company is working to ensure the full Workbench environment mimics the original 32-bit home computer's functionality.
