A affordable retrocomputer compatible with the C64

4•kappetrov•2h ago

I'm doing this Commodore-64 Compatible & Gameboy-compatible retro computer for retro gaming that is extremely affordable ($25, 50% off for early customers)

You can find details and how to pre order on the website: https://minicomputersoftware.netlify.app/

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rbanffy•2h ago

I’d love Apple II and Apple /// compatibility.

One thing I discovered with the C64 Maxi was how more important is the physical factor then the perfect emulation. The fact the thing has a C64 keyboard maintains the illusion it’s an authentic device.

kappetrov•2h ago

I could absolutely do Apple II & Apple /// Compatibility!

rbanffy•1h ago

I’m looking for keyboard design tutorials to replicate some classic keyboards. Idea is for modern use, but replicating a /// would be an interesting project. Very few people had direct experience with those machines.

kappetrov•1h ago

This computer can actually work with a PS/2 Keyboard. By the way, I emailed you if you want to continue further discussion :D

rbanffy•1h ago

Cool, but I don’t know how to make a PS/2 keyboard either :-(.

kappetrov•1h ago

There's a very cool tutorial on YouTube on how to make a PS/2 Keyboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QN2XzY0KLII

Besides, I could probably make it work with the original Apple II/III keyboards.

PaulHoule•2h ago

My only in-person memory of the the /// was that, circa 1981 or so, I went to a short-lived 'Computerland' store on the outskirts of town and they had one that they were too afraid to demo because they were afraid it would burn up. They sure were willing to demo the ][, I remember playing

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raster_Blaster

rbanffy•1h ago

Very few people experienced an Apple ///. The most interesting physical feature was the dual speed arrow keys. Press and hold, they auto-repeat. Press harder and they auto-repeat faster.

kappetrov•1h ago

That is indeed quite interesting.

ferguess_k•15m ago

Sounds interesting. However, since the target audience is technical people, I suspect a lot of us would just do the emulation by ourselves.

It would be much more interesting (and more expensive) if it's native.

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A affordable retrocomputer compatible with the C64

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