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Bill Gates’ 48-year-old Microsoft 6502 BASIC goes open source

Microsoft BASIC for 6502 Microprocessor - Version 1.1 source code is now available on Github, under the MIT license.

Tom’s Hardware · Sep 4, 2025

Remaking a Commodore 64 Datasette from 1982 using 1993 microcassette tech — TechTuber touts 1MB per tape, a 5x improvement over the original

Recreating the Commodore 64's famous 1982 datasette using 1993 tech and 2025 know-how

Tom’s Hardware · Sep 2, 2025

I’ve spent a year with this retro keyboard and it takes me back to my childhood (even if my colleagues hate it)

The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is the perfect balance of modern capability, and retro look and feel. I've been using the C64 Edition for a year and it's my favorite keyboard!

Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025

The Commodore 64 Ultimate computer is the company's first hardware release in over 30 years — pre-orders start at $299

The Commodore 64 Ultimate will be the first new hardware released under the auspices of the new management, and pricing starts at $299.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 12, 2025

Commodore's been bought by a YouTuber who's re-assembling key execs and already teasing new hardware

Though the finances may yet scupper it.

PC Gamer · Jul 1, 2025

Commodore acquired for a ‘low seven figure’ price — new (acting) CEO comes from the retro community

YouTube’s Christian ‘Peri Fractic’ Simpson claims to be 'the acting CEO of Commodore Corporation.' But there's still a financial hurdle to cross for a successful acquisition.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 29, 2025

Commodore shocks retro TechTuber with option to buy 'the whole company'

In response to a licensing inquiry, Commodore Corporation has shocked retro TechTuber Perifractic with an option to buy 'the whole company'.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 8, 2025

Doom slithers and dithers its way with a 16-color Atari ST port

Jonas Eschenburg shows off Doom running on the classic Atari ST system—complete with 16 color support and more dithering than you can shake a stick at.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 28, 2025

Commodore OS Vision 3.0 Linux-based OS arrives to spruce up retro builds

You can finally update your Commodore 64x with an up-to-date operating system ready to handle all of your modern retro computing needs.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 27, 2025

33-year-old AmigaOS for Commodore computers gets an unexpected update

Work continues on AmigaOS 3.2 with the stewards of this classic Motorola 680x0 friendly operating system, Hyperion Entertainment, releasing version 3.2.3 a few days ago.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 12, 2025