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The Commodore 77 looks like a C64 Ultimate for Edgerunners, but it also "brings a slice of Cyberpunk 2077 and Night…
Commodore has announced the Commodore 77, a special edition microcomputer inspired by Cyberpunk 2077 and its anime series Edgerunners. This hardware collaboration, powered by FPGA technology, features a unique design and includes a demo cartridge with exclusive content. Priced at $377, the Commodore 77 targets retro computing enthusiasts and fans of the Cyberpunk franchise.
Commodore is getting back to game publishing by reviving one of "Amiga’s most beloved franchises"
Commodore is re-entering game publishing by reviving the Amiga shooter franchise Alien Breed with the "Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection." This collection will bundle six original titles and is scheduled for release on September 24 for PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The revival is a collaboration with gaming preservationists Antstream, aiming to make classic titles accessible to a new generation.
Commodore is on an unnecessary charm offensive when it comes to its new Callback flip phone after criticism from fans
Commodore is facing criticism for its new Callback flip phone, with fans claiming the company merely slapped the Commodore logo on a generic device. The company is defending the product, citing custom PCBs and tooling, and has lowered the price from $500 to $400. Despite the backlash, nearly 10,000 units have been pre-ordered, though the author suggests Commodore should be bolder and less defensive in its marketing.
No, Commodore's next project isn't an Amiga remake, it's a flip phone with 2000s vibes that's already prepped to deal with the under-16s UK social media ban
Commodore has announced its next product, the Callback 8020, a flip phone designed with a 2000s aesthetic and featuring physical keys. Running on Sailfish OS, it offers access to apps like WhatsApp and Spotify but blocks social media and web browsing to combat distraction. CEO Christian Simpson aims to provide a 'not dumb dumbphone' experience, inspired by his own switch to a minimal phone.
Major Nelson of Xbox fame joins Peri Fractic and his new Commodore International company
Larry Hryb, formerly of Xbox, has joined the newly formed Commodore International as a Community Development Advisor. The company, founded by YouTuber Christian Simpson, aims to release new hardware faithful to the original Commodore brand, despite ongoing trademark disputes with an Italian company.
