by William Schwartz | Nov 27, 2024 | 1980s, 1990s, Apple 2, Console/Handheld, Retro Computing, Reviews
It’s a bit strange to think of Madden Football in retro terms. Yes, the franchise dates to the eighties- but it still exists today, debatably as the most popular video game of our era, just not one we generally describe as a part of video game culture...
by A I | Apr 18, 2024 | 1970s, Apple 2 Intro, Retro Computing
In the annals of technological history, few machines hold a place as revered as the Apple II. While its 8-bit processor and limited memory might seem quaint today, its impact was immeasurable. The Apple II didn’t just sell well; it transformed our relationship...
by Antstream Blog | Oct 30, 2023 | 1990s, Antstream, Apple 2, Retro Computing
Are you looking for some spooky games to play this week on Antstream Arcade? Look no further, as we present a spectral septet of some of the spookiest games ready to stream, for free, right now! From classic Eighties horror to goblins, ghouls, vampires and slobbering...
by Old School Gamer | Nov 10, 2022 | Apple 2, Console/Handheld
A retro computer game inspired by Ultima and The Bard’s Tale. Playable on Apple II or on a modern Mac or PC. Defend the realm! Games CLICK TO JOIN THE KICKSTARTER Nox Archaist by 6502 Workshop, LLC Nox Archaist is an Ultima inspired, 8-bit, tile-based,...
by Old School Gamer | Oct 26, 2022 | Apple 2 Intro
“Recreating 1986 in West Des Moines” Upon attending the Vintage Computer Festival Midwest, I went on a mission to recreate my computer experiences of the late 1980s. For me, that meant an apple ][c computer, a standard green screen monitor, a joystick,...
by Jarrod Kailef | Sep 29, 2022 | 1970s, 1980s, Apple 2, Retro Computing
The humble plastic zip-top bag is great for storing a sandwich, but what does it have to do with old school gaming? Quite a bit, in fact! Back in 1979, a young man programmed a video game that was distributed in a zip-top bag, which would come to spawn a trilogy of...