Apple II
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Apple II.- Game History and PreservationThe article discusses the history and preservation of games, specifically mentioning the Total Replay version 6.01 and an Apple II anthology. It highlights the importance of preserving gaming history for future generations.
Fallout lead Tim Cain argues games industry crisis hasn't reached the level of the 1983 crash: 'I don't…Veteran developer Tim Cain argues that the current video game industry crisis, marked by layoffs and studio closures, does not yet match the severity of the 1983 crash. While acknowledging the current situation is dire for many, Cain believes the '80s collapse was more devastating, leading to a complete collapse of the US console market and the loss of a generation of developers.
The lost online world that came before the Internet and the World Wide WebPrestel, a British online service launched in 1979, offered early versions of email, chat rooms, and online games using teletext graphics and dial-up modems. Despite failing as a mass-market platform due to cost and accessibility issues, it served as a significant cultural preview of the internet, demonstrating the potential for online communities and social interaction.
Armor Alley - A 1980's real-time war game 'Rescue Raiders' has arrived on the Amstrad CPC by FitosoftFitosoft has released Armor Alley, an 8-bit real-time war game, on the Amstrad CPC. This port is inspired by the 1991 Mac and PC title Armor Alley, which itself traces its lineage back to the 1984 Apple II classic Rescue Raiders. The game challenges players with strategic decision-making, resource management, and convoy protection.
Commodore 64 game sequel is so old school it's being released on cassette tapeA sequel to the classic Commodore 64 action platformer Impossible Mission, titled Impossible Mission 3, is set to be released on May 18, 2026. Developed by Icon 64 and published by Psytronik, the game will be available as a digital download and on physical cartridge or cassette tape for the original Commodore 64, featuring retro-style visuals and digitized speech. The game's design, graphics, and coded speech are by industry veteran Trevor Storey.
Forget Doom, how about a Prince of Persia port on a Flipper ZeroThe classic 1989 game Prince of Persia has been ported to the Flipper Zero, a portable cybersecurity tool, by Press-Play-On-Tape. This homebrew port allows the game to run natively on the device, which also has a catalog of other apps, including Doom. The full one-hour game is available for download, with options to play on-device, PC via USB, or via HDMI with the Video Game Module.- Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of youThis article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.