commodore – McHenry's Lair

15. September 2026

C64: Spy vs. Spy

Revisit Spy vs. Spy on the Commodore 64: a clever mix of traps, strategy, slapstick action and split-screen rivalry. Discover its MAD Magazine roots, technical ideas, contemporary reviews, trivia and lasting influence on competitive gaming.

19. August 2026

C64: David’s Midnight Magic

„David’s Midnight Magic“ for the Commodore 64 is a successful pinball simulator that captivates players with its simple mechanics, strategic gameplay, and nostalgic charm. Despite its technical simplicity, the game remains timeless and challenging, continuing to captivate players.

9. August 2026

C64: The Blade of Blackpoole

*The Blade of Blackpoole* is a remarkable classic graphic adventure game that was created in the early 1980s. It combines text and images, offers challenging puzzles, and showcases the genre’s experimental evolution between traditional text-based games and modern gaming.

9. Juli 2026

C64: Bruce Lee

A fast, elegant C64 action classic, Bruce Lee combines precise platforming, martial-arts combat, and memorable enemy design into a game whose charm, accessibility, and lasting influence made it one of the system’s defining hits.

7. Juni 2026

C64: BattleTech-The Crescent Hawk’s Inception

BattleTech: The Crescent Hawk’s Inception is a landmark C64 game that serves as an early digital introduction to the BattleTech universe. It combines role-playing, strategy, and personal narratives within a military conflict, making it a captivating experience even today.

25. März 2026

40 Years of GEOS

In 1986, GEOS revolutionized the Commodore 64 with a modern graphical user interface that enabled a wide range of applications. Despite technical limitations, it remained a pioneering example of innovative software development and transformed users’ perspective on computers.

9. März 2026

C64: Lode Runner

Lode Runner for the Commodore 64 released in 1983 combines strategic gameplay with a level editor, offering players creative freedom and long-term motivation. The game remains relevant thanks to its clever mechanics and profound design.

23. Februar 2026

C64: The Great Giana Sisters

Released in 1987, The Great Giana Sisters was a stylistically impressive C64 game inspired by Super Mario Bros. Despite legal issues, it became a cult classic that exemplifies the technical excellence and creative spirit of the 1980s.

9. Februar 2026

C64: Winter Games

Winter Games by Epyx, released in 1985, combines a variety of winter sports disciplines in a classic C64 game. It promotes multiplayer competitions, creates an Olympic atmosphere, and remains unforgettable due to its fun gameplay and nostalgia.

26. Januar 2026

C64: Barbarian – The Ultimate Warrior

Where mythic fantasy met the flickering glow of the home computer – A deep dive into Barbarian on the Commodore 64: brutal swordplay, controversial imagery, technical craft, critical reception, and lasting cultural impact.

25. November 2025

C64: Jumpman

“Jumpman,” released in 1983, is a pioneering platform game known for its innovative mechanics. Players defuse bombs across dynamic levels, combining strategy and reflexes. It has significantly influenced game design, inspiring many titles and remains a timeless classic.

1. November 2025

C64: Beach-Head

Beach-Head, released in 1983, innovatively combined multiple gameplay modes and cinematic elements, influencing future war games. It showcased technical prowess on the Commodore 64, establishing a template for blending action and strategy, significantly impacting gaming culture.

10. September 2025

50 Years MOS 6502

The MOS Technology 6502 revolutionized the computing world 50 years ago with affordable microprocessors. It shaped home computing and education, inspired a generation of engineers and lives on in modern technologies and maker movements.

10. September 2025

50 Jahre MOS 6502

Der MOS Technology 6502 revolutionierte vor 50 Jahren die Computerwelt durch erschwingliche Mikroprozessoren. Er prägte Heimcomputer und Bildung, inspirierte eine Generation von Technikern und lebt weiterhin in modernen Technologien und Maker-Bewegungen fort.

9. September 2025

C64: Castle Wolfenstein

„Castle Wolfenstein“ (1981) pioneered stealth gameplay, combining strategy, realism, and historical context. Its innovative design, immersive audio, and legacy influenced genres from stealth to FPS, laying the groundwork for titles like „Wolfenstein 3D“ and beyond.

30. Juni 2025

C64: The Seven Cities of Gold

Seven Cities of Gold, released by Electronic Arts in 1984, offered innovative, non-linear gameplay focused on exploration and moral choices, paving the way for narrative-driven and educational video games today.

13. Juni 2025

C64: The Hobbit

„The Hobbit“ for Commodore 64, released in 1982, revolutionized interactive storytelling by merging literature with innovative text-based gameplay, captivating players with its immersive narrative and dynamic characters, influencing future gaming.

8. Mai 2025

C64: Archon: The Light and the Dark

Archon: The Light and the Dark, released in 1983, revolutionized gaming by combining strategy and real-time action. Its unique gameplay and fantasy themes captivated audiences, defining a new genre and influencing future game design while maintaining a dedicated fanbase over…

22. März 2025

C64: The Bard’s Tale

Released in 1985, The Bard’s Tale quickly became a seminal RPG. The game was ported to various platforms, including the Commodore 64. With its deep gameplay, immersive fantasy world and innovative graphics, it made its mark in gaming history.

16. Februar 2025

C64: Rescue on Fractalus!

Rescue on Fractalus!, a 1984 game by Lucasfilm Games, revolutionized the 8-bit era with its innovative use of fractal graphics and immersive gameplay.

Schlagwort: commodore