I Played the Worst Version for Forty Years (C64 vs Atari Letter N) Floppy Deep Dive 2026-09-30 | I Played the Worst Version for Forty Years (C64 vs Atari Letter N)
Its 1998 and you Startup Windows #retrocomputer #asmr #emachine Floppy Deep Dive 2025-09-30 | This video is about reliving the startup of Windows 98 PC. It's on an old eMachine PC, which is all I could afford back in the 90s. Let's give it a listen! 👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
Before Google Maps… There Was Carmen Sandiego on the Apple IIe Floppy Deep Dive 2025-09-29 | Before Google Maps, kids became detectives.Sliding that five-and-a-quarter-inch floppy into your Apple IIe meant one thing — Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Suddenly you were tracking stolen landmarks, building warrants, and racing against the clock to catch the most famous thief in gaming.Most of us played on glowing green school monitors, but with the Apple ColorMonitor IIe you got the deluxe setup — crisp text and full color. Education never felt this fun.One floppy. A world of crime to solve.Floppy Deep Dive. BOOM!👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
Wolfenstein Didn’t Start in the 90s The Real Origins of the FPS Floppy Deep Dive 2025-09-24 | Everyone remembers Wolfenstein 3D from 1992… but the name started way earlier.Castle Wolfenstein first appeared in 1981 on the Apple IIe, and by 1983 it was on the Commodore 64. With revolutionary AI, real stealth mechanics, and even digitized voices yelling “Achtung!” — this was the game that turned Nazis into the ultimate video game villains.Nine years later, id Software kept the name and the Nazis but created a whole new beast. From top-down stealth to first-person legend… this is where Wolfenstein began.Appreciate you watching! BOOM!👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
From silent Duke to trash-talking legend… Duke 3D on Windows 98 Floppy Deep Dive 2025-09-10 | 🔊 From Beeps to Badass – Duke Nukem EvolvesThis isn’t an emulator. This is Duke Nukem running on a real eMachines PC with Windows Ninety-Eight and a Sound Blaster.The original Duke? Just beeps and bloops. No voice. No attitude.Then Duke 3D arrived — trash talk, chaos, and parents yelling down the hallway.Explosions. One-liners. Pure 90s attitude.PC gaming didn’t just grow up — it got loud.Real hardware. Real Sound Blaster. Real chaos.From silent sidescroller… to badass legend.👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
What Sound Blaster did for PC gaming in the 90s… you had to hear it to believe it. Floppy Deep Dive 2025-09-07 | 🔊 From Beeps to BOOM – The Sound Blaster Era BeginsThis isn’t DOSBox. This is DOOM running on a real 486 PC.Before sound cards, every gunshot was a beep. Every demon? Just a boop.Then we dropped in a Sound Blaster — and everything changed.Music. Screams. Explosions.Hell didn’t just open — it roared.If you grew up in the 90s, you remember that first moment sound shook your desk.Real chips. Real chaos. Real PC gaming.Welcome to the era of BOOM.👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#RetroGaming #SoundBlaster #486PC #DOSGaming #PCMasterRace #FloppyDeepDive
C64 vs Atari 7 Classic Games That Started Real Arguments Floppy Deep Dive 2025-08-23 | The computer wars of the 80s left scars that never healed. After months of collecting original hardware, I finally have answers to the debates that split playgrounds in half.I'm Tom from Texas, and this is the showdown every retro gamer has been waiting for: Commodore 64 versus Atari 8-bit across 7 legendary games that defined home computing. No emulation, no shortcuts - just original floppies running on the machines that made gaming history.🎮 THE BATTLEGROUND: Mail Order Monsters: EA's monster-building revolution Master of the Lamps: When rhythm gaming met Arabian mysticism Miner 2049er: The platform perfection that hooked a generation Mr. Cool: Sierra's answer to Q*bert addiction Mountain King: Classical music meets underground exploration Montezuma's Revenge: The Metroidvania before we had a name for it M.U.L.E.: The friendship destroyer that united both systems💾 WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT:I'm not just comparing pixels and sound chips. These are the games that shaped my childhood, and probably yours too. From that green-screen monitor that made Master of the Lamps unplayable, to the school library Atari that introduced me to Miner 2049er, to that magical Parker Brothers flippy disk with Montezuma's Revenge on both sides.Every verdict comes from real experience, real hardware, and real memories of when these systems mattered more than console wars ever could.🏆 THE VERDICTS:I'm calling winners, but here's the thing - both systems created magic. The real question isn't which was better, it's which one captured your heart first. Drop your memories in the comments, especially if you think I got one wrong. The best discussions happen down there.📺 THE SERIES:This is Letter M in my alphabetical deep dive through the computer wars. Check out Letter L if you missed it, and subscribe with notifications on - Letter N is coming soon with some absolute classics that'll surprise you.🎯 FOR THE ALGORITHM (But Honestly):If you made it this far, you're my people. Hit that like button to help other retro gaming fans find this content, because YouTube's algorithm is almost as mysterious as Mountain King's objectives. And seriously, share your own gaming memories - those comments are the real treasure.💌 SPECIAL THANKS:Massive love to my Patreon supporters who keep these ancient machines humming. Want to join the crew keeping retro gaming alive? Links below.#RetroGaming #Commodore64 #Atari8bit #ClassicGaming #80sComputers #VintageGaming #FloppyDeepDive #ComputerWars #originalhardware 👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
Top 10 NES Games ACTUALLY Worth Playing! Floppy Deep Dive 2025-08-18 | I've been reading your comments on other NES lists, and you know what? You're absolutely RIGHT. Where's Rygar? Where's Ninja Gaiden? Where's Tecmo Super Bowl?Every list plays it safe with the same ten picks while the games you're actually passionate about get completely ignored. Well, I finally listened.This is the NES top 10 that responds to what you've been asking for. Real cartridges, no emulators, just pure 8-bit magic that's been criminally overlooked.🎮 THE LIST:RygarContraTecmo Super BowlRC Pro-AmNinja GaidenDuckTalesTetrisMega Man 2The Legend of ZeldaSuper Mario Bros. 3🏆 HONORABLE MENTIONS:Blaster Master • Crystalis • Journey to Silius • Metal Storm💬 YOUR TURN:Which game's ranked too high? Which did I leave out? Which should get kicked off for your favorite? Defend your choice like your childhood depends on it!And to the Rygar fans who've been shouting for years... you're my favorite viewers!What's your most underrated NES game? Drop it below! 👇👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
Rarest Arcade Port Only 4 Exist C64 vs Atari 800XL 7 Classics Floppy Deep Dive 2025-08-09 | If you’re into these head-to-head matchups, I’ve got a whole playlist of every C64 vs Atari 800XL showdown we’ve done so far. Fire it up here and see how your favorites stack up: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXez7 arcade legends. 2 rival systems. 1 rare port only 4 exist.I fired up real C64 and Atari 800XL hardware — the results shocked me.Who takes the win? Watch and decide.A rivalry, seven classics, and two ports you’ll never forget.I put the Commodore 64 and Atari 800XL head-to-head on real hardware to see who dominates the arcade conversion game. Along the way, we uncover the rarest arcade port on Earth — only 4 cabinets are known to exist — and a Cold War-era title that went horribly wrong.In This Episode:1️⃣ Ms. Pac-Man – The unauthorized hack that outsold the original.2️⃣ Mr. Do – The hidden weapon I never knew existed.3️⃣ Mario Bros – Why Atari made games for their biggest competitor.4️⃣ Moon Patrol – Parallax scrolling that changed gaming forever.5️⃣ Missile Command – How a Cold War nightmare became a graphical mess.6️⃣ Mr. Do’s Castle – Born from “Knights vs Unicorns” and arcade reinvention.7️⃣ Mr. TNT – Forgotten by history, resurrected in pixel form.You’ll see:⚡ A port so much harder than the arcade original that players rage-quit instantly.⚡ Two versions that look similar but play completely differently.⚡ The version that was never supposed to exist… but became a legend.Which system wins this round? Watch to the end, then drop your verdict in the comments — the battle isn’t over until you weigh in.👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
The Memorex Power Center: The Most Satisfying Power Strip of the ’90s Floppy Deep Dive 2025-07-15 | If you used the Memorex Power Center in the '90s, you know it wasn’t just a power strip — it was mission control.Five switches. Five glowing red LEDs. The ultimate boot-up ritual.Gen Z has RGB… but we had the power of Zeus.This retro tech gem powered towers, CRTs, modems, and dot matrix printers — one switch at a time.🕹️ Subscribe for more retro computer nostalgia, 8-bit humor, and Gen X flashbacks.#MemorexPowerCenter #RetroTech #VintageComputers #90sNostalgia #PowerStrip #GenXHumor #FloppyDeepDive #TechThrowback #FunnyShorts #ComputerHistory👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
This Is What DOOM Looked Like in the 90s Floppy Deep Dive 2025-07-01 | This isn’t DOSBox. This is DOOM running on a real 486 PC. No emulators. No filters. Just pure DOS gaming—the way it actually was.We’re talking PC speaker sound. Chunky pixels. Choppy framerates. And yes, it's running from the Windows 95 desktop—because in 2025, we’re civilized demons.Remember waiting for Doom to load off floppies? Fighting demons at 10 FPS on a Packard Bell or eMachines? You’re about to relive it all.🔥 Real Hardware🔥 Pure DOS Chaos🔥 No modern shortcutsIf you grew up gaming on beige boxes and CRTs, hit that subscribe button. This channel is for you.👾 More retro PC mayhem, floppy disk memories, and DOS-era gems dropping weekly.#doom #retropc #dosgaming #486dx #retrotech #windows95 #nostalgia #pcgaming #floppydeepdive #realhardware #notdosbox👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
C64 vs Atari 800XL: Letter L - Kids Designed Levels & Game Eats You Floppy Deep Dive 2025-06-28 | Welcome back to Floppy Deep Dive! Letter L delivers INSANE retro chaos - neighborhood kids paid in pizza money designed Lode Runner levels that STILL destroy players 40 years later, plus a space horror game that literally traumatized an entire generation.🎮 EPIC GAMES COVERED:Lode Runner - 13-year-olds created torture chambersLeader Board - Golf sim that consumed entire weekendsLiving Daylights - Bond's most embarrassing disasterLast V8 - Rage quit material with impossible controlsLoco - Cloned from rarest arcade game (35 boards total!)Lunar Leeper - "Rescue" mission turned nightmare fuel🔥 WILD STORIES:How Doug Smith paid neighborhood kids $10K to design levels, copy protection dongles that cost more than profits, teenage brothers who made impossible games, and why one composer accidentally copied the WRONG song and created a masterpiece.⚡ REAL HARDWARE, ZERO BS:Authentic C64 vs Atari 800XL comparisons using original floppies, that legendary dongle I still own, and genuine 1980s gaming chaos.Final Score: C64 wins 5/6 - but which game gave me PTSD?Smash SUBSCRIBE for Letter M madness! Which letter are you most excited for? Drop it below! 🔥Chapters:00:00 Letter L Showdown01:45 Lode Runner Legacy05:44 Leader Board Madness11:49 Bond Game Disaster16:54 Last V8 Rage21:45 Loco Train Chaos27:05 Lunar Leeper Nightmare34:39 8-Bit Reflections👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
Duke Nukum on REAL 486 Hardware No Emulation, Pure 90s Gaming Floppy Deep Dive 2025-06-24 | 🔥 Real 486 PC Running Duke Nukum 2.0 — No DOSBox, No Emulation, Just Authentic Retro GamingThis isn't an emulator. This is my actual 486 PC, booting straight into MS-DOS, launching Windows 95 from the command line, and firing up Duke Nukem 2.0 — the shareware king from Apogee — just like I did in college when I was supposed to be writing term papers.🎮 Real hardware 🖥️ CRT monitor 🔊 Case speaker sound 💾 CompactFlash hard drive (because I love floppies, but Duke deserves better load times)If you remember CGA graphics, case beeps, and late-night gaming sessions instead of studying... this one's for you.BOOM.👇 What should I play next on this 486? Doom? Commander Keen? Drop it in the comments!Floppy Deep DiveWhere retro gaming meets real hardware. No emulators. No filters. Just pixel-perfect nostalgia from the golden age of PC gaming.#dukenukem #486pc #retrocomputing #msdos #windows95 #retrogaming #dosgaming #floppydeepdive #nostalgia #shareware #cgasucksbutweplayeditanyway #realhardware 👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!
I Found 5 Forgotten Games on This 40-Year-Old Floppy Disk Floppy Deep Dive 2025-06-07 | I found this mysterious 40-year-old floppy disk and had NO IDEA what was hiding inside... so I fired up my vintage Commodore 64 and went digging!What we uncovered was WILD: 5 completely forgotten games that time left behind. From working classics to absolute disasters, this disk had it all.🎮 GAMES DISCOVERED:Bomb Jack II - Confusing sequel madnessFalcon Patrol II - Completely corrupted (RIP)Hyper Biker - Controls from another dimensionTank War Construction Set - Actually pretty fun!Iron Drummer - Goth drum machine demoKunibert and Kunig - German RPG mysteryJeep Command - Hidden Moon Patrol clone GEMSpy vs. Spy III - Arctic spy warfareSome of these games I'd never heard of. Others were completely broken. But that ONE surprise gem made the whole dig worth it!This is what retro gaming archaeology is all about - real hardware, real floppies, zero expectations. Just pure discovery like we used to do back in the day.DROP A COMMENT: What's the weirdest thing YOU ever found on an old disk?🔥 WANT MORE FLOPPY ARCHAEOLOGY?Subscribe and hit the bell - I've got a whole stack of mystery disks to crack open!⚡ FOLLOW THE DIG:More vintage discoveries every weekReal C64 hardware, no emulationFrom Texas with love and confusion#RetroGaming #Commodore64 #FloppyDisk #GamingArchaeology #VintageGaming #C64 #80sGaming #GameDiscovery #RetroComputing #LostGames👇 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL 👇Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and here's why I do what I do— Floppy Deep Dive is all about real hardware, real nostalgia, and keeping the 8-bit magic alive. I make these videos for the folks who grew up on crackling CRTs, spent Saturdays swapping floppies, and still smile when the SID chip kicks in. This isn't about "who wins" or which frame is crispier—it's about reliving the era, having fun with these weird and wonderful games, and building a community that appreciates the quirks, the charm, and yes, even the "craptacular" moments of classic computing. If that's your vibe, you're in the right place. If not… there's always TikTok. Thanks for watching, supporting, and keeping the retro flame burning. BOOM!🕹️ What You'll Find Here:Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Apple IIe, ZX Spectrum, NES, AmigaDeep dives into mysterious floppiesC64 vs Atari/NES/Apple game comparisonsRetro repairs, mods, and 8-bit nostalgia👉 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for fresh retro deep dives. Quality over quantity - BOOM.📌 Follow & Support Floppy Deep Dive:🌐 Website: www.floppydeepdive.com💖 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter/X: @FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: @floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: Floppy Deep Dive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Zuschauer: Willkommen!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich widzów: Cześć i dzięki za oglądanie!#c64 #commodore64 #retrogaming #floppydeepdive #atari800xl #amiga #retrocomputing
C64 vs Atari 800XL: 7 Classic “K” Games Battle! Floppy Deep Dive 2025-05-31 | Playlist to all the C64 vs Atari 800XL Battles - youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXezPurchase My T-Shirt - Original Gamer Here - tinyurl.com/mr35jza3🥋 C64 vs Atari 800XL: 7 EPIC "K" Games Compared! Which System ACTUALLY Won? 🥋After 40+ hours on real hardware, I’ve finally settled the Commodore 64 vs Atari 800XL battle—for seven of the most iconic “K” games in 8-bit history! From Jordan Mechner's cinematic masterpiece Karateka to Lucasfilm's mind-bending Koronis Rift, these comparisons will shock you.🎮 No emulators. No filters. Just raw gameplay on original machines.🔴 SUBSCRIBE for more epic 8-bit battles every week:youtube.com/@FloppyDeepDive?sub_confirmation=1🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss a new head-to-head showdown!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro: The Ultimate "K" Games Showdown01:21 - Karateka: Cinematic Beauty vs Combat Precision05:03 - Kennedy Approach: Air Traffic Control Madness09:39 - Kikstart: Motorcycle Mayhem Compared12:40 - Keystone Kapers: 2019 C64 Port vs Atari Classic16:55 - Koronis Rift: Lucasfilm's Fractal Technology21:08- Kid Grid: Amidar-Style Action Showdown24:42 - Kangaroo: 1993 Homebrew vs 1983 Original!27:40 - FINAL VERDICT: Which System Wins?⚡ KEY TAKEAWAYS:✅ Side-by-side gameplay footage on REAL hardware✅ Hidden technical differences you've NEVER noticed✅ Surprising twists—like a 1993 homebrew on the C64✅ Graphics, sound, and control comparisons that settle debates✅ Behind-the-scenes developer stories and oddball facts💬 LET'S HEAR FROM YOU:Which system do YOU think won this round? Drop your verdicts in the comments—especially if you grew up with one of these!Team C64 or Team Atari? Make your voice heard.🙌 Big shout-out to our amazing viewers in Germany 🇩🇪—you’re the #2 audience for Floppy Deep Dive, and we love ya! Danke schön for all the retro love! ❤️(Und an alle aus Deutschland: Welches System war euer Favorit damals?)▶️ Watch Next: C64 vs Atari 800XL – The “J” Games Showdown →youtu.be/VUrvs8ttTcc📱 FOLLOW & SUPPORT:🌐 Website: floppydeepdive.com🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDive☕ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🎮 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🏷️ MENTIONED GAMES:#Karateka #KennedyApproach #Kikstart #Kangaroo #KeystoneKapers #KoronisRift #KidGrid#Commodore64 #Atari800XL #RetroGaming #8BitComputers #GameComparisons #FloppyDeepDive
C64 vs Atari 800XL – 6 J Games Face Off! (One Totally Flopped) Floppy Deep Dive 2025-05-10 | If you liked this video make sure you watch the other J Part I here- youtu.be/3m65zubk2AI&list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXez📂 Full C64 vs Atari Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB734I19GnCMyM0W_OlDWXeZs🕹️ C64 vs Atari 800XL – J Games (1983-1988) With Surprising Results! 🕹️ Welcome back to Floppy Deep Dive, where retro rivals collide once again in Part II of our Letter J Battle! We're comparing six more classic games that start with the letter J, including hidden gems, arcade ports, and one seriously craptacular experience.🎮 Featured Games (in order of appearance):Juno First – Fast-paced, arcade-style chaosJumpman Junior – Surprising differences in level design and visualsJawbreaker – Two completely different games with the same name?!Joe Blade 2 – London's calling, but can either version answer?Jr. Pac-Man – One keeps the cutscenes, the other keeps the scrollJames Bond 007 – Cool concept, but did either version hit the target?Whether you're team Commodore 64 or Atari 800XL, this is another heated face-off full of nostalgia, side-by-side footage, and brutally honest verdicts — all captured on real hardware for maximum authenticity.🇩🇪 Für meine deutschen Freunde: Taucht mit mir in die goldene Ära der 8-Bit-Computer ein – Pixel-Nostalgie direkt von der Originalhardware!🇵🇱 Dla moich polskich fanów: Powrót do złotej ery 8-bitowych komputerów – autentyczne porównanie legendarnych maszyn!💬 Comment below: Which version wins in your book? What memories do you have with these games? Let's talk in the comments!Chapters:0:00 Intro1:04 Juno First4:26 Jumpman Junior7:30 Jawbreaker10:50 Joe Blade 213:43 Jr Pacman18:08 James Bond 00720:44 Outro🧠 Curated for retro lovers, nostalgia nerds, and pixel perfectionists.👇 Dive deeper into the floppy files:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive#commodore64 #atari800xl #retrogaming #c64games #c64 #atari8bit #jawbreaker #jumpman #jrPacman #bondgames #joeblade #floppydeepdive
C64 vs Atari 800XL J Games You Must Play! Floppy Deep Dive 2025-05-03 | C64 vs Atari Playlist - youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXezJumpman Movie Trailer Short - youtube.com/shorts/BtPP_KB4xXg?feature=shareWhich 'J' games did it better — the Commodore 64 or Atari 800XL?Join me as we dive deep into six games starting with the letter J, including Jumpman, Jet-Boot Jack, Jungle Hunt, Joe Blade, Java Jim, and Joust. We’ll compare gameplay, graphics, sound, and unique quirks from both systems to find out which one takes the crown this round.This is Part One of our Letter J battle — and trust me, the second half is just as wild. From Defender-style shooters to obscure Pac-Man spinoffs, it only gets crazier from here.🎮 Which version wins in your book? Drop a comment below and join the retro debate.🛎️ Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss Part Two next week!💬 Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:20 Jumpman05:15 Joust/Jouste11:10 Joe Blade14:26 Jet Boot Jack19:03 Jungle Hunt22:26 Java Jim27:34 Verdict + Outro📌 My Website: www.floppydeepdive.com📌 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive📌 Twitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDive📌 Instagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_dive📌 Facebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDive📌 Buy me a cup of Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive#C64 #Atari800XL #RetroGaming #Joust #JetBootJack #JoeBlade #JavaJim #RetroComputers #8BitGaming #GameComparison #Commodore #Atari #SIDChip
You Missed This Must Play C64 Game! Floppy Deep Dive 2025-04-26 | Ever boot up a mystery floppy and get barbarian battles, drinking contests, and button-mashing mayhem? Yeah… me neither—until now.In this episode of What’s on That Floppy?, I load up a lost Commodore 64 disk packed with strange games from the golden age of 5¼" chaos. First up? Blood & Guts—a brutal barbarian brawl with weird mini-events like tug-of-war, boulder rolling, and a hilarious arm-wrestling fail that ends with a bird pooping on my head. Classic.Then it's onto Battle of the Bulge, a surprisingly deep real-time strategy game from 1985. Can I figure out what’s going on? Absolutely not—but it's a wild ride anyway. From there we fire up Black Thunder, glitch through some PAL issues, and wrap it up with Knucklebuster—a button masher that nearly broke me.So if you’re into C64 deep cuts, forgotten floppies, and unpredictable retro weirdness… this one’s for you.🕹️ Let me know in the comments if you ever played these—or what bizarre C64 game I should load up next!🔗 Links (Always at the End)My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive
Mystery C64 Floppy: 7 Games I Havent Played in 30 Years Floppy Deep Dive 2025-04-19 | 💾 WHAT'S ON THAT FLOPPY? CASE #2: Mystery Games & PAL Revelations! 💾Hey, it's Tom back with another authentic floppy adventure! Just like the BBS days, I'm going in completely blind - no research, no prep, just pure discovery. This 30-40 year old disk is like a time capsule, and you're along for the ride as I figure out these games in real-time.🎮 THE FLOPPY LINEUP:📦 FRONT SIDE:🚀 Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future - England's #1 smash hit! Comic book adventure that had me stumped until I discovered you can actually fight back. Who knew grenades were an option?🛡️ Vikings - A Commando clone with serious PAL flickering issues. Watch me switch to PAL mode and see this game transform completely - night and day difference!🌌 Space Doubt - This ZX Spectrum-looking game left me wandering around with zero points, completely baffled. Maybe you can tell me what I was supposed to do?📦 BACK SIDE:♟️ Archon - The chess-meets-combat classic! I'm absolutely terrible at it but still love every minute. Banshees are OP, change my mind.🚀 Death or Glory - The most frustrating game ever? All I could do was spin in circles. Seriously, what am I missing here?🐉 Drago - Russian freeware that's... well, it's freeware. You get what you pay for.👮 SWAT - Mastertronic's $1.99 cop shooter. Easy to play, worth the budget price, don't shoot grandma!🔥 Episode Highlights:PAL vs NTSC Magic: Watch Vikings transform from flickering mess to playable gameReal Discovery Moments: Me learning Dan Dare's combat system liveAuthentic Confusion: Death or Glory had me hitting every key on the keyboardHonest Reviews: From thumbs up (Dan Dare) to thumbs down (Death or Glory)Original Game Showcase: I pulled out my actual Dan Dare box and manual!💡 The PAL Game Changer:Having that PAL/NTSC switcher chip continues to blow my mind. Seeing these games as they were meant to be played instead of the flickering, epilepsy-inducing versions we Americans endured is incredible. It's literally changing how I experience "What's on That Floppy?"🎯 Tom's Floppy Verdict:Front side gets a solid thumbs up - Dan Dare and Vikings (in PAL mode) are keepers. Space Doubt gets a C for confusion. Back side is more mixed, but Archon remains a classic even when I'm terrible at it.🤔 Deep Dive Questions:Have you played Dan Dare? Is it as big in your country as it apparently is in England?Ever experienced the PAL vs NTSC difference firsthand?Can someone PLEASE tell me what I was supposed to do in Death or Glory?Which of these games have you never seen before?💭 The Real Experience:This is exactly how we discovered games in the '80s - blind loading from copied floppies, figuring out controls by trial and error, sometimes getting completely stumped. No YouTube tutorials, no wikis, just pure experimentation. That's what makes this series special.📈 Channel Goal Update:Still pushing toward 7,000 subscribers this year! If you love authentic retro gaming experiences, unscripted reactions, and diving deep into C64 history, hit that subscribe button. This community is what makes the channel awesome.⏰ Timestamps:0:00 Introduction - Case #2 Begins2:30 Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future - Comic Book Adventure8:45 Vikings - PAL Mode Transformation12:20 Space Doubt - Wandering in Confusion14:30 Archon - Chess Meets Combat (I'm Terrible)18:45 Death or Glory - Spinning in Circles21:10 Drago - Russian Freeware Experience22:40 SWAT - Mastertronic's Budget Shooter25:30 Final Thoughts & Floppy Verdict🔗 More Floppy Adventures:What's on That Floppy? Case #1 - The PAL discovery beginsThe Many Faces of Bruce Lee - 6 systems comparedThe Many Faces of Karateka - 10 systems exploredCheck out the full playlist for more mystery disk discoveries!What's your most memorable mystery floppy moment? Drop your stories below!💾 Like if you love authentic retro discoveries!🔔 Subscribe for more unscripted floppy adventures💬 Comment: Have you played any of these rare C64 games?"Pull up a chair, grab a joystick, and let's see what treasures this floppy holds!"#WhatsonThatFloppy #Commodore64 #C64 #RetroGaming #DanDare #Vikings #Archon #PAL #NTSC #FloppyDeepDive #VintageGaming #UnscriptedGaming #Mystery #BBS #80sGaming #ClassicGaming #DeepCuts #RetroComputing
One of My Favorite C64 Games Is on This Floppy! Floppy Deep Dive 2025-04-12 | After a 3-month break, the Floppy Deep Dive series is BACK! Join me as we explore this vintage Commodore 64 disk filled with forgotten treasures.In this episode:- Championship Baseball by GameStar/Activision (1986) - Complete with my custom Rangers '89 lineup!- The mysterious X-15 Alpha Mission flight simulator- A peek at the 1987 Ocean port of Mario Brothers- One Man and His Droid, and more C64 classics!Where have I been? Just taking some time to focus on health and finding the right balance between making content and living life. Thanks to everyone who stuck around - you're the reason I'm back!🔔 Subscribe for more retro computing adventures and Commodore 64 nostalgia!👍 Leave a comment with your memories of these games or questions about what I've been up to#Commodore64 #RetroGaming #FloppyDeepDive #C64 #ChampionshipBaseball #VintageGaming #RetroComputing #8BitGames
The Iconic Sound of a Dot Matrix Printer on the Commodore 64 Floppy Deep Dive 2024-12-23 | Step back into the 80s and relive the magic of the Commodore 64 and dot matrix printers! Hear the nostalgic hum and buzz as this classic tech brings a design to life. Who else remembers waiting for these prints to finish? Let me know in the comments!Connect with me:Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveMy Website: www.floppydeepdive.com
This is How We Made Christmas Cards in the 80s! (Commodore 64 Print Shop Demo) Floppy Deep Dive 2024-12-23 | 📟 Travel back to 1985 with me as I create Christmas cards the retro way - using Print Shop on the Commodore 64! Remember those chunky graphics, the endless waiting for the dot matrix printer, and that unmistakable sound that meant your holiday greetings were slowly coming to life?Long before Canva and Photoshop, this was cutting-edge digital art. Watch as I demonstrate how we got creative with limited graphics, basic fonts, and lots of patience. Bonus: wait until you hear that printer - some sounds you never forget! 😄🕹️ Equipment used:Commodore 64Print Shop softwareDot Matrix printer5.25" floppy disk🔔 Subscribe for more retro computing content and nostalgic tech demos!#RetroComputing #Commodore64 #80sTechnology #VintageComputers #ChristmasCards #PrintShop #RetroTech #80sNostalgia
Gen X Remembers the Best Christmas Ever with Atari Floppy Deep Dive 2024-12-21 | Step back to 1979 and relive the magic of the Atari 2600! 🎮 This iconic commercial brings back the nostalgia of Christmas mornings when Gen X became the Original Gamers. From pixelated adventures to unforgettable memories, the Atari 2600 defined a generation. #Atari #GenX #RetroGaming #TheOriginalGamers
What’s Hiding on This Floppy? You Won’t Believe These Lost Games Floppy Deep Dive 2024-12-14 | What's hiding on this floppy? 🕹️Prepare for a wild ride as I fire up my Commodore 64 and uncover a stack of classic, quirky, and downright bizarre games. From Green Beret II (is it really a sequel?) to UFO and Psycastria, this floppy is full of surprises, challenges, and a little 80s-style toe action. Yeah, you heard that right. It's all part of the retro gaming struggle!Watch me battle flickering PAL versions, face off against impossible jumps, and try to crack the mystery behind "Captured" (spoiler: I still don't know). Plus, I'll show you why filling up every last block on a floppy disk was a rite of passage for 80s kids. Can you relate?🎮 GAMES DISCOVERED:Green Beret II - The "sequel" with unlimited lives (trainer version)UFO - Space dodging action with shield mechanicsGyroscope Construction - Marble Madness-style puzzler with level editorPsycastria - Defender-style space shooter (PAL flickering nightmare!)Captured - 1991 platformer that stumped me completelySecret Weapon - Flight sim mystery I couldn't figure outAirplane - German airline management simNew Colorbox - Paint program for digital artists🦶 THE TOE GAMING TECHNIQUE:Kids these days don't know the struggle! When you needed more buttons than your hands could handle, you used your FEET. Watch me demonstrate the classic 1980s toe-gaming method that every C64 kid mastered!🔍 RETRO DISCOVERIES:Why games got "II" in their names for tiny changesPAL vs NTSC differences causing screen flickeringHow we maximized every one of those 664 blocks on a floppyThe art of playing games without manuals or instructionsTMC cracking group signatures from 1991📀 FLOPPY ARCHAEOLOGY INSIGHTS:This disk spans from 1987 to 1991 - a perfect time capsule of how we filled up leftover space on floppies. Every block mattered when storage was precious!If you love retro gaming, hidden gems, and off-the-cuff reactions, this video is for you. Dive in with me as I explore every inch of this mystery floppy and uncover some wild retro finds! 🎉💬 Which game was your favorite? Drop a comment and let me know!🔗 STAY CONNECTED:🌐 My Website: www.floppydeepdive.com🎉 Patreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdive🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDive📸 Instagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_dive📘 Facebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDive☕ Buy me a Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive📺 MORE FLOPPY ADVENTURES:Complete What's on That Floppy Series: [Playlist]Hidden Retro Gaming Gems: [Playlist]C64 Hardware & Setup Guides: [Playlist]SUBSCRIBE for more authentic retro gaming discoveries and 1980s nostalgia!#WhatsOnThatFloppy #Commodore64 #RetroGaming #GreenBeretII #Psycastria #UFO #Captured #GyroscopeConstruction #SecretWeapon #Airplane #NewColorbox #C64Games #80sGaming #VintageComputers #FloppyDeepDive #PALvsNTSC #RetroComputing #ClassicGames
Jumpman – The Cinematic Event You Didn’t Know You Needed! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-12-13 | What if the original Jumpman from 1983 wasn’t just pixels on a screen? What if the classic 8-bit story came to life in full cinematic glory? This short is my tribute to the original narrative straight from the back of the Jumpman box. No rewrites, no reboots—this is the authentic story as it was told by Epyx and Randy Glover.The enemy has infiltrated Jupiter Headquarters! Alienators have sabotaged all systems, planting bombs across 30 perilous levels. Jupiter #1 is on the brink of collapse, and it’s up to Jumpman to save it. With deadly traps, disappearing platforms, and relentless enemies, Jumpman faces his greatest challenge yet.This short brings the story to life with modern cinematic action while honoring the legacy of the original game. If you grew up with the Commodore 64 or love classic gaming, this one’s for you.Based on the story directly from the back of the original 1983 Jumpman box.#Jumpman #C64 #RetroGaming #8bit #GamingNostalgia
Top 10 RAREST Commodore 64 Games Worth Over $800 (Complete in Box!) Floppy Deep Dive 2024-11-23 | Step into the ring of retro gaming collectibles! 🕹️💎 In this knockout countdown, we’re diving into the top 10 most valuable complete-in-box Commodore 64 games that every collector dreams of adding to their shelves. From Hard 'n' Heavy to The Great Giana Sisters and Ultima I, these are the ultimate treasures for any C64 enthusiast.Each game on this list isn’t just rare—it’s a piece of gaming history, packed with unforgettable adventures, iconic art, and the magic of 80s nostalgia. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to the hunt, this list will have you dreaming of finding that perfect retro prize.📦 Games featured in this countdown include:Hard 'n' HeavyUltima I: The First Age of DarknessUlysses and the Golden FleeceThe Great Giana SistersMetal Gear...and many more!Are these games on your wishlist, too? Let me know your dream retro finds in the comments!🔗 My Links:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive
Uncovering Hidden Treasures in Vintage Floppy Disks Floppy Deep Dive 2024-11-17 | What’s on That Floppy? The Dukes of Hazzard, The Fall Guy, Thanatos & More! 🕹️Hey, it's Tom from Texas, and it’s time for another Floppy Deep Dive! Today, I’m digging into a nostalgic 5¼-inch disk packed with 1980s pop culture classics and a few surprises.🎮 Games featured in this episode:The Dukes of Hazzard – A PAL-only Elite title… with helicopters?!The Fall Guy – Lee Majors, stunts, and that dang bird...Space Duel – Atari’s answer to Combat… with a twist.Thanatos – Be the dragon. Breathe fire. Fry villagers.The Detective Game – Murder, macaroni, and an elephant gun?Back to Reality – Jetpack chaos in a black hole-infested galaxy.Cartoon Kit – Make your own 8-bit ketchup-fueled cartoons!If you ever had a Heather Thomas poster, raged at PAL frame rates, or just love watching obscure Commodore 64 games get unearthed and roasted… this one’s for you.👇 Drop a comment:Which of these games do you remember? Did you play any of them? Which one was your favorite?🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss future deep dives!My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive🇩🇪 Grüße an meine deutschen Zuschauer!🇵🇱 Pozdrowienia dla moich polskich widzów!
Apple IIe vs C64 Letter A Games that were Amazing! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-11-09 | Step back into the golden age of home computing with an epic head-to-head battle between two legendary systems! Join me as I pit the iconic Apple IIe against the powerhouse Commodore 64 in this special "A Games" showdown.From pixelated adventures to arcade classics, we're diving deep into seven fantastic games that defined the early '80s gaming scene. Watch as I compare graphics, sound, and controls on legendary titles like the quirky Apple Cider Spider, the intense 3D tank action of Arcticfox, and the addictive brick-breaking madness of Arkanoid.You'll see firsthand how the Commodore 64's vibrant colors and SID chip audio stack up against the Apple IIe's clean graphics and unique charm. Some games surprised me with which system handled them better - and the control differences were eye-opening!Whether you grew up with one of these classic computers or you're discovering retro gaming for the first time, this comparison showcases what made each system special. Plus, I share my honest reactions playing these games for the very first time on both platforms.Games Featured:0:00 Introduction0:41 Apple Cider Spider (Sierra On-Line, 1983)1:41 Arcticfox (Electronic Arts, 1986)2:40 Arkanoid (Taito, late '80s)3:50 Ardy the Aardvark (1983)5:17 ALF: The First Adventure (1987)6:34 Axis Assassin (1983)7:55 Alcazar: The Forgotten Fortress (Activision, 1985)9:08 Wrap-upWhich system do you think handled these classics better? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let me know if you owned either of these legendary machines back in the day!🔥 More Apple IIe vs C64 comparisons coming soon - don't forget to subscribe!#RetroGaming #AppleIIe #Commodore64 #C64vsApple #ClassicGames #GamingHistory #80sGaming #VintageComputers #RetroComparisonMy Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive
Hidden Commodore 64 Gems You Can’t Miss! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-11-02 | Join me, Tom from Texas, for another dive into retro gaming history in today’s What's on That Floppy? episode! We’re going back in time to explore some hidden Commodore 64 gems—straight from a floppy disk loaded with classic games from the 80s! Today’s lineup includes He-Man and the Ilearth Stone, Alleycat, Deathscape, Video Meanies, and the fan-favorite Deceptor! If you’re a Commodore 64 enthusiast or just love discovering forgotten games, this is the episode for you.Every Saturday, I pull out another disk from my personal collection—full of games I downloaded from BBSs or traded with friends back in the day. No walkthroughs, no prep—just raw gameplay like we did it back in the 80s. Relive the nostalgia, see rare Commodore 64 titles in action, and maybe even discover a game you never knew existed!Make sure to subscribe if you’re new, and give this video a thumbs up if you’re a fan of retro gaming. Let me know in the comments which game was your favorite from today’s episode!#Commodore64 #C64Gems #RetroGaming #80sGaming #C64Games #FloppyDeepDive #HiddenGemsIf you enjoy this content, check out my previous episodes where I uncover more rare Commodore 64 classics. Thanks for watching and sharing the nostalgia with me![All My Links]My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive
C64 vs Atari 800XL I Games That Ruled the Battle 🕹️ Floppy Deep Dive 2024-10-26 | Playlist of C64 vs Atari - youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXez&si=7jWZWQVfot_gTVu9Hey, retro gaming fans! It’s Tom from Texas, back with another Floppy Deep Dive—this time, we're pitting the Commodore 64 against the Atari 800XL to see which system rules the letter 'I'! Join me as I compare fan-favorite games like International Karate, Into the Eagle's Nest, and Infiltrator, along with a few honorable mentions that may surprise you.In this episode, we dive into graphics, sound, and gameplay on both systems to declare a winner. From the sharp colors on the C64 to the unique sound experiences on the Atari 800XL, this video has it all! For each game, I’ll give you my take on how these 8-bit giants stack up, so you can decide which system handled these classics best.Highlights:International Karate: A surprise entry on the Atari, with distinct visual and sound differences across systems.Into the Eagle’s Nest: A WWII-themed classic with immersive gameplay where C64’s color palette really shines.Infiltrator: A thrilling helicopter-based mission, complete with strategic elements and unique tips for smooth gameplay.We’ve also got a few more text-heavy classics (Infidel, Ingrid’s Back, Imperium Galactum) that showcase the storytelling potential of both systems. Whether you’re here for nostalgic memories, discovering new games, or in-depth comparisons, this episode delivers!Viewer Poll Results: According to our latest poll, most of you love this series for its nostalgic content, discovering forgotten games, and our in-depth C64 vs Atari comparisons. With that in mind, I’ve packed this video with insights, fun facts, and personal stories to keep the retro memories flowing.💾 Join the Discussion: Which system do you think won this round? Share your thoughts below, and don’t forget to check out the full C64 vs Atari playlist for more side-by-side battles. Hit subscribe to stay updated on our latest dives into 8-bit nostalgia, and relive the golden era of gaming with us!Chapters0:00 Intro0:51 International Karate2:53 Into the Eagles Nest5:12 Infiltrator7:11 Invasion8:07 Infidel, Ingrid's Back, Imperium Galactum9:12 OutroTags: #Commodore64 #Atari800XL #RetroGaming #InternationalKarate #Infiltrator #IntotheEaglesNest #C64vsAtari #FloppyDeepDive #80sGaming #VintageComputers #RetroGames
Maniac Mansion: Retro Game Reimagined as a Hollywood Movie! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-10-24 | Witness the cult favorite Maniac Mansion reimagined as a 1950s Super Panavision 70-style movie trailer! In this retro-futuristic cinematic experience, follow Dave and his eclectic band of friends as they take on the evil Doctor Fred in a race to save Sandy from a twisted experiment gone wrong. With larger-than-life characters, sweeping visuals, and a dramatic orchestral score, this AI-generated trailer transforms the pixelated charm of Maniac Mansion into an epic adventure straight out of a golden-age Hollywood blockbuster!Will Dave and his friends succeed, or will Doctor Fred's sinister plans prevail? Tune in to find out—and don't forget to hit the subscribe button for more retro gaming magic brought to life!What C64 games would you like to see brought to life?Tags: #ManiacMansion #Commodore64 #RetroGaming #SuperPanavision #AI #LiveAction #ClassicCinema #RetroTrailer
Atari 2600 Throwback 🕹️: Playing Adventure with Classic Vibes Floppy Deep Dive 2024-10-22 | "Join me as I set up my Atari 2600 and dive into one of my all-time favorite games, Adventure! Watch as I plug in the joystick, connect the cables to the TV, and power up this classic 8-bit journey. Nostalgic tunes by Eddie Money take you back to the good ol' days. Hit that like button if you love retro gaming! 🕹️ #Atari2600 #RetroGaming #AdventureGame"
Forgotten Commodore 64 Games You MUST Play! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-10-19 | Join me, Tom from Texas, as we dive into another mysterious floppy disk in Episode 48 of What’s On That Floppy? Today’s games include the action-packed Black Magic, the puzzling Nether Earth, and the intense Zaxxon-like Leviathan. It’s all about revisiting forgotten treasures from the 80s, with no scripts and no instructions—just raw retro gaming fun!In this episode, we dust off the ol’ Commodore 64 and explore games downloaded from BBSs over 30 years ago. Did you play Black Magic back in the day? Can you figure out what’s going on in Nether Earth? Let’s play through them together and see which ones hold up!Make sure to leave a comment, especially if you have any tips or memories of these classic games. And if you enjoy retro gaming, check out the full playlist for more episodes and hit that subscribe button for more floppy disk discoveries!Download today’s D64 files and play along with me at floppydeepdive.com.#C64 #Commodore64 #RetroGaming #BBS #PALGames #BlackMagic #NetherEarth #Leviathan00:00 Introduction01:54 Black Magic07:23 Nether Earth08:44 Leviathan11:22 Burger Riot14:42 DigiSongs Final Countdown15:36 DigiSongs Stand By Me16:13 Vie De Monty17:38 Outro
Maniac Mansion Movie Trailer - From C64 Game to Hollywood Film Floppy Deep Dive 2024-10-12 | 🏚️ MANIAC MANSION: From 8-Bit Classic to Big Screen Adventure! 🏚️The beloved LucasArts point-and-click adventure that started it all is coming to life! What began as a groundbreaking Commodore 64 game is now ready to terrify and delight audiences on the big screen.🎮 The Story You Know and Love:When Sandy gets kidnapped by the deranged Dr. Fred, it's up to Dave and his eclectic group of friends to infiltrate the creepy Edison mansion and save her. But this isn't your average rescue mission - the house is filled with bizarre characters, deadly traps, and scientific experiments gone horribly wrong.👥 Meet the Heroes:🤓 Dave - Our determined protagonist who'll stop at nothing to save Sandy🔧 Bernard - The nerdy gadget master always in over his head🎸 Razor - Punk rocker with attitude and a love for danger🏄 Jeff - Laid-back surfer dude totally out of his element📷 Michael - Photographer trying to document the madness🎵 Sid - Cool New Wave musician keeping calm in chaos✍️ Wendy - Clever aspiring writer who thinks three steps ahead😱 The Villains Await:👨⚗️ Dr. Fred - Mad scientist with twisted experiments👩⚕️ Nurse Edna - Ugly, always-watching caretaker🐹 Weird Ed - Dr. Fred's son, obsessed with his missing hamster❓ And Something More Sinister - Lurking in the mansion's depths...🎬 From Pixels to Pictures:This adaptation promises to capture all the quirky humor, puzzle-solving adventure, and horror-comedy blend that made the original game a cult classic. Whether you spent hours trying to figure out those infamous puzzles or you're discovering this story for the first time, get ready for a wild ride through the most infamous house in gaming history.Will Dave and his friends rescue Sandy, or will they become Dr. Fred's next experimental subjects?The mansion doors are opening... are you brave enough to enter?🎮 Gaming History:Maniac Mansion revolutionized adventure gaming when it debuted on the Commodore 64, introducing the innovative SCUMM engine that would power countless LucasArts classics. From its humble 8-bit origins to inspiring TV shows and now this big-screen adaptation, the Edison mansion continues to captivate new generations of fans.Coming Soon to a Screen Near You!💀 Like if you're excited for this adaptation🔔 Subscribe for more retro gaming news💬 Comment: Which character would YOU choose for your rescue team?#ManiacMansion #LucasArts #RetroGaming #Commodore64 #PointAndClick #AdventureGame #MovieAdaptation #DrFred #SCUMM #8BitToScreen #GamingHistory #CultClassic
The Grand Prix Circuit: Racing on a 1980s Computer Floppy Deep Dive 2024-09-29 | Commodore 64, 1982Playing Grand Prix Circuit,1988CPU: MOS Technology 6510/8500 1MHz,RAM 64KBGraphics: MOS Technology VIC-II 6567/8562 3200X200 16 Colors,Audio: MOS Technology 6581/8580 SID CHIPCommodore 1541 5.25" floppy driveMonitor: Commodore 1702#retrocomputer #vintagecomputer #commodore64 #classiccomputer #vintagecomputing #grandprixcircuit #retrogaming #oldgame #oldcomputers #homcomputer #vintagestyle #nostalgia #vintagegaming
I Bet You’ve Never Played These C64 Games and Demos! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-09-28 | Join me as I dive deep into another mysterious floppy disk from my retro collection! In this episode of What's on That Floppy?, we load up a Commodore 64 disk filled with games, demos, and even some old-school utilities from 1987. No scripts, no research—just raw, first-time reactions as I explore what's on this disk for the first time in over 30 years.From utilities like D Blitz 87 to rare finds like Polar Pierre, it's a wild ride through the unknown. We even stumble across The Great Escape, Desperado 87, and some quirky demos that will take you right back to the glory days of BBS downloads.If you're into retro computing, vintage gaming, or just love discovering lost gems from the '80s, this is the video for you. Grab a joystick, pull up a chair, and let's dive in!Highlights:Games, demos, and utilities from a random C64 floppyUnscripted reactions and gameplay after 30+ yearsRarely-seen game Polar Pierre makes its first appearance!Nostalgic trip down memory lane for retro gamersLet’s hear from you! Have you played any of these games before? Or did you discover something new? Drop a comment below and let me know your favorite finds from this floppy dive!Be sure to subscribe for more retro gaming adventures on Floppy Deep Dive. Stay tuned for more classic games, C64 content, and vintage tech explorations!00:00 Introduction01:07 DeBlitz '8701:42 Holiday Mix: 1987 Music Demo02:25 Desperado '8703:45 The Great Escape05:08 DPaint05:22 Gunstar07:32 Scroll of Abadon08:39 Polar Pierre10:03 Outro
C64 vs Atari 800XL Hidden H Game Treasures You Missed 🕹️ Floppy Deep Dive 2024-09-21 | Playlist of C64 vs Atari - youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXez&si=7jWZWQVfot_gTVu9Welcome to another epic episode of C64 vs Atari 800XL! In this video, we’re diving deep into the classic games starting with the letter H and comparing how they hold up on both the Commodore 64 and the Atari 800XL. From H.E.R.O. to Hardball and beyond, we’ll see which system has the best graphics, sound, and controls.No emulation here—this is pure retro hardware as it was meant to be played. If you’re a fan of classic gaming, 8-bit nostalgia, or just want to see the Commodore 64 vs Atari 800XL face off, this video is for you!In this video, we compare:H.E.R.O. (Activision, 1984)Hardball (Accolade, 1985)Hover Bovver (Llamasoft, 1984)Henry's House (Mastertronic, 1987)Hard Hat Mack (Electronic Arts, 1983)Hacker (Activision, 1985)Hobgoblin (Atlantis Software, 1987)Find out which system delivers the best experience, and join the debate in the comments! Which system wins this round? Commodore 64 or Atari 800XL?Make sure to check out the other C64 vs Atari videos from letters A to G for more classic gaming action!#C64 #Atari800XL #RetroGaming #8bit #Commodore64 #Atari #VintageGames #GamingHistory #C64vsAtari #RetroHardware #FloppyDeepDive00:00 Introduction00:41 H.E.R.O on both C64 and Atari01:56 Hardball on C64 and Atari03:46 Hover Bovver on C64 and Atari05:09 Henry's House on C64 and Atari06:43 Hard Hat Mack on C64 and Atari08:30 Hacker on C64 and Atari09:27 Hobogoblin10:46 Outro
If You Played Games in the US on the C64, You Missed Out! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-09-07 | In this video, I take you back to the 80s, when I spent hours downloading PAL games on my NTSC Commodore 64, completely unaware of the technical quirks. From flickering screens to blistering fast gameplay, playing these PAL games was a unique experience I didn't fully understand back then. With the VIC-II Kawari chip, I’m revisiting classics like Ghosts 'n Goblins, Commando, and Paperboy, comparing how they play today in both formats. Join me as I relive these retro gaming moments and discover how PAL vs. NTSC truly impacted our childhood games!
Retro Sin: Peeling a 1541 Disk Drive Label (A Holy Moment) #retrocomputing Floppy Deep Dive 2024-08-30 | Watch me commit the ultimate retro sin—peeling off the protective label on a Commodore 64 1541 disk drive. The comments say it all: 'A holy moment,' 'The value just dropped 90%,' and 'I need a smoke...' 😂 #RetroPron
I Played Random C64 Games for the First Time in 30 Years Floppy Deep Dive 2024-08-24 | 💾 WHAT'S ON THAT FLOPPY? A 30-Year Time Capsule Adventure! 💾Join Tom for the most authentic retro gaming experience possible - diving blind into a mystery Commodore 64 floppy disk after THREE DECADES! No scripts, no research, no looking up controls. Just pure, unfiltered reactions as we discover what gaming treasures (and potential disasters) await.🎮 The Challenge:Tom's approaching this exactly like we did as kids - pop in the disk, figure out the controls by trial and error, and see what happens. Some games might be amazing, others might be complete mysteries, and some might not even load! That's the authentic floppy experience.💡 GAME CHANGER ALERT:This episode features Tom's exciting new PAL/NTSC switcher chip! Watch as he discovers the shocking difference between how these games were SUPPOSED to look versus the flickering, epilepsy-inducing mess we Americans endured. The transformation is mind-blowing!🕹️ THE FLOPPY LINEUP:📦 FRONT SIDE:🎯 Cataball - A quirky UK puzzler that had Tom scratching his head until PAL mode revealed its true beauty🚁 Mercenary - The pioneering 3D adventure that immediately reminded Tom why manuals existed🏍️ Red Max - Fast-paced motorcycle mine-diffusing action that's surprisingly addictive🚀 The Comet Game - Space adventure where "rectify" becomes the word of the day📦 BACK SIDE:🚂 Locomotive - The game that just... didn't want to cooperate🛸 Sanxion - Rob Hubbard's musical masterpiece with mind-bending PAL vs NTSC differences🟡 Trouble Bubble - Marble Madness-style rolling action with unexpected twists🧛 Vampire - Classic Codemasters budget gaming with that signature ZX Spectrum aesthetic🔥 Episode Highlights:PAL vs NTSC Revelation: See how badly American gamers suffered with PAL portsReal-Time Problem Solving: Watch Tom figure out controls on the flyAuthentic Nostalgia: Exactly like coming home from a copy party in 1987Honest Reviews: No sugar-coating - if a game's confusing, Tom says soTechnical Discoveries: The difference one chip makes is absolutely incredible🎵 Music Spotlight:Tom correctly identifies the legendary Rob Hubbard soundtrack in Sanxion - but hear how different it sounds at proper PAL speed versus the frantic NTSC pace we Americans endured!💭 Tom's Take:"This is going to change 'What's on That Floppy?' forever because now we can see how these games were really meant to be played!" The PAL chip revelation transforms not just the visuals but Tom's entire understanding of these classic games.🤔 Deep Cuts & Hidden Gems:Tom guarantees 99% of viewers have never seen most of these games. This isn't your typical "best of C64" list - these are the deep catalog titles that lived on copied floppies and BBS downloads. Real gaming archaeology in action!⚡ The Floppy Verdict:Front side gets a thumbs up from Tom, back side has its struggles, but overall? A solid discovery session that proves there are still gaming treasures waiting to be unearthed.🎯 Perfect For:Retro gaming enthusiasts wanting authentic experiencesAnyone curious about PAL vs NTSC gaming differencesViewers who love discovery and exploration contentC64 owners who want to see rare/obscure titlesFans of honest, unscripted gaming reactions⏰ Timestamped Chapters:00:00 Introduction - Tom's No-Script Challenge01:12 Cataball - PAL Mode Game Changer05:43 Mercenary - Manual Required!07:40 Red Max 100% - Motorcycle Mine Mayhem10:56 The Comet Game - "Rectify" Everything13:00 Locomotive - Technical Difficulties13:25 Sanxion - Rob Hubbard's Masterpiece Transformed17:00 Trouble Bubble - Marble Rolling Action18:24 Vampire - Codemasters Budget Gaming20:43 Final Thoughts & Floppy Verdict🔗 More Floppy Adventures:"The Many Faces of Bruce Lee" - 6 systems compared"The Many Faces of Karateka" - 10 systems exploredPrevious "What's on That Floppy?" episodes"Deal or Dud" - Retro gaming purchases gone wrongWhat's YOUR most memorable mystery floppy discovery? Drop your stories in the comments!💾 Like if you love authentic retro gaming experiences!🔔 Subscribe for more Floppy Deep Dives and mystery disk adventures💬 Comment: Have you played any of these rare C64 games?"Pull up a chair, grab a joystick, and let's see what treasures this 30-year-old floppy holds!"#WhatsonThatFloppy #Commodore64 #C64 #RetroGaming #VintageGaming #FloppyDeepDive #PAL #NTSC #Cataball #Sanxion #RobHubbard #Mercenary #RedMax #Codemasters #8BitGaming #RetroComputing #BBS #CopyParty #ClassicGaming #DeepCuts
C64 vs NES – Epic E, F, G Games Battle! (Total Surprises!) Floppy Deep Dive 2024-08-11 | C64 vs NES Playlist - youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB72W_FBL9dcanR0_wjn9KRf0As someone who grew up with the Commodore 64, I never owned an NES. In this video, I dive into the world of NES games to see what I missed out on as a C64 kid. From iconic titles to hidden gems, I compare my childhood gaming experience with what the NES had to offer. Did I really miss out, or was the C64 enough to satisfy my retro gaming cravings? Join me as I explore and compare the best of both worlds!Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments—did you grow up with the C64, the NES, or maybe both? Let’s relive the nostalgia together! 🎮Links:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive#C64 #Commodore64 #NES #RetroGaming #GamingHistory #FloppyDeepDive #RetroGames #C64vsNES #Nostalgia00:00 Introduction01:27 Elevator Action04:26 Galaxian06:48 Gradius09:15 Gyruss12:17 Gauntlet14:56 Ghost N Goblins17:29 Ghostbusters19:54 F-15 Strike Eagles22:14 Wrap Up
80s Software Secrets on a Dusty Floppy Floppy Deep Dive 2024-08-03 | Welcome back to another episode of "What's on the Floppy?" Today, we dive into four classic Commodore 64 games, each with its own unique flair and challenges.First, we explore the Wild West in Kane, a budget game by Mastertronic. Despite its fun mini-games like shooting birds and riding horses, the controls can be quite frustrating. I give it a C+ for its enjoyable yet flawed gameplay.Next up is Elektra Glide, another Mastertronic title. This futuristic racing game takes you through different zones like America and Australia, but the controls make it hard to avoid obstacles. It’s visually interesting but ultimately frustrating, earning a C from me.Then we have The Comic Game, featuring Donald Duck. This unofficial game from Ducksoft is a real challenge with its poor graphics, sound, and controls. Collecting apples has never been this hard or unfulfilling! I rate it a D.Finally, we tackle Pirates of the Barbary Coast. This game had potential but falls short with repetitive gameplay. However, the cannon-loading sequence is a hidden gem. Watch as I demonstrate how to load and fire the cannons—something not covered in any manual or YouTube video. This unique aspect bumps it up to a C+.Join me as I navigate through these retro titles, sharing honest reviews and personal insights. Don't miss out on this nostalgic journey through C64 history!Stay Connected:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDive00:00 Introduction00:40 Kane on C6402:20 Elektraglide on C6404:09 The Comic Game on C6405:55 Pirates of the Barbary Coast07:57 Outro of What's on That Floppy
Ghostbusters on the C64 vs Atari 1984 #vintagecomputing Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-29 | I am comparing Ghostbusters on the Commodore 64 to the Atari 800XL from 1984. The gameplay of the Commodore 64 is shown on the top, and the gameplay of the Atari 800XL is shown on the bottom. Watch and let me know which one you think is the best.#commodore64 #atari800xl #retrogaming #retrocomputing
Experience the ZX Spectrum: UK’s Iconic 80s Computer in Full Color! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-23 | "Ever wondered how to get your ZX Spectrum to display in full color on an American NTSC monitor? In this video, I’ll show you the magic trick that makes it happen! Join me as I turn on my ZX Spectrum, connected to a 1702 NTSC monitor, and transform the black-and-white output into vibrant color using a special converter.I'll also dive into a bit of history about the ZX Spectrum, the iconic 1980s home computer that was a game-changer in the UK due to its affordable price. Watch as I load up the classic game Bomber Jack and experience the gameplay with a Kempston joystick, a popular peripheral back in the day that offered smooth and responsive control.Whether you're a retro computing enthusiast or just curious about vintage tech, this video is for you! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more retro tech content. Let's keep the legacy of the ZX Spectrum alive!Keywords: ZX Spectrum, retro computing, 1980s computers, Kempston joystick, Bomber Jack, NTSC monitor, color conversion, vintage gaming, UK tech history, retro gamingLinks:My WebsitePatreonTwitterInstagramFacebookBuy me a cup of Ko-fiMusic: Background music: "Come On Eileen" by Dexys Midnight Runners (1982)
Powering up the Magnavox Odyssey 3000 from 1977 Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-20 | #shorts This 1977 Magnavox Odyssey 3000 runs off of 6 C batteries. Did you play Pong as a kid?
Secret of Monkey Island on Amiga 500: Retro Gaming Bliss! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-14 | Dive into the nostalgic world of retro gaming with the classic Secret of Monkey Island on the Amiga 500! In this video, we power up the legendary Amiga 500, showcase the iconic loading sequence, and jump into the enchanting gameplay of one of the most beloved adventure games of all time.From the moment the Amiga's lights come on to the immersive gameplay, this short video captures the magic that has enthralled gamers for decades. Whether you're a seasoned retro gaming enthusiast or new to the Amiga experience, this video is sure to take you on a delightful journey down memory lane.🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more retro gaming content!Links:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdiveEnjoy the video and happy gaming!
Playing Montezumas Revenge on the Commodore 64! #commodore64 #vintagecomputing Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-11 | Playing the original floppy for Montezuma's Revenge on the Commodore 64. Released in 1983.
Rare C64 Floppy Drive in Run Magazine 1984 - You’ve Never Seen This Before! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-07-01 | A Nostalgic Journey Through RUN Magazine - September 1984 Issue!Thanks to Jerry for the great idea!! Join me as we take a nostalgic trip back to September 1984 with RUN Magazine! In this video, we'll explore some of the best highlights from this iconic issue, including game reviews, type-in programs, and classic advertisements. If you love retro computing and the Commodore 64, you won't want to miss this!Sections Covered:Introduction and Overview: A brief introduction to RUN Magazine and its focus on the Commodore 64 and Vic 20.Educational Software Promotion: How RUN Magazine promoted the Commodore 64 as an educational tool for kids.Game Review: Flight Simulator II: A look at one of the most popular games of the time and why it was so highly rated.Music and the SID Chip: Exploring the musical capabilities of the Commodore 64 and the impact of the SID chip.Type-In Programs: The significance of type-in programs and why they were a huge part of the Commodore experience.Game Review: Pitstop: Reviewing the classic racing game Pitstop and sharing personal memories.Eliza: The 80s Version of ChatGPT: Introducing Eliza, an early form of AI, and its role as a digital therapist.Advertisements and Promotions: A nostalgic look at the ads and promotions from the 1984 issue of RUN Magazine.Hardware Review: Commodore 1541 Disk Drive: Discussing the importance of the Commodore 1541 disk drive.Conclusion and Viewer Engagement: Wrapping up the video and encouraging viewers to share their memories.Don't Forget to Subscribe!If you enjoyed this trip down memory lane, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more retro computing content! Let me know your thoughts and memories in the comments below. What was your favorite part of RUN Magazine?Links:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/floppydeepdive#commodore64 #runmagazine #c64
Missed VCFSW 2024? Heres What You Didnt See! Floppy Deep Dive 2024-06-24 | Join me on my second adventure to the Vintage Computer Festival 2024! 🚀 This year, VCF expanded with an additional building full of even more amazing exhibits.In this video, I take you on a tour of the festival, showcasing the retro computers on display across both buildings. From rare finds to iconic classics, you’ll get an up-close look at the incredible machines that shaped the early days of computing.What You'll See:A walkthrough of the newly expanded festival areaDetailed looks at various retro computers and setupsMy personal purchases and treasures from the free tableA special appearance by one of my favorite YouTubers, Adrian from Adrian's Digital BasementWhether you’re a vintage tech enthusiast or just love a good nostalgia trip, this video has something for you. Don’t miss out on the excitement and discoveries of VCF 2024!Stay Connected:Links:My Websitewww.floppydeepdive.comPatreonpatreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwittertwitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagraminstagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebookfacebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fiKo-fi.com/floppydeepdiveEnjoy the tour and let me know in the comments what your favorite exhibit was!#VCF2024 #VintageComputers #RetroTech #FestivalTour #AdriansDigitalBasement
C64 vs Atari 800XL G Games With Shocking Results 🕹️ Floppy Deep Dive 2024-05-25 | Welcome to another exciting episode of Retro Gaming Showdown! In this video, we pit two classic home computers, the Commodore 64 and the Atari 800XL, against each other as we compare 10 iconic games that start with the letter 'G'. From action-packed shooters to adventurous platformers, we dive deep into each game to see which system delivers the best experience.Games Covered in This Video:Gauntlet - Publisher: Atari, Inc. | Release Date: 1985Ghostbusters - Publisher: Activision | Release Date: 1984Goonies - Publisher: Datasoft | Release Date: 1985Galaxian - Publisher: Namco (Japan), Midway (North America) | Release Date: 1979 (arcade), 1982 (Atari 800XL), 1983 (Commodore 64)Gyruss - Publisher: Konami, Parker Brothers (home ports) | Release Date: 1983 (arcade), 1984 (Commodore 64 and Atari 800XL)Gorf - Publisher: Midway, CBS Electronics (home ports) | Release Date: 1981 (arcade), 1983 (Commodore 64), 1983 (Atari 800XL)Gremlins - Publisher: Atari, Inc. | Release Date: 1984Green Beret (Rush'n Attack) - Publisher: Konami | Release Date: 1985 (arcade), 1986 (Commodore 64 and Atari 800XL)Gateway to Apshai - Publisher: Epyx | Release Date: 1983Gridrunner - Publisher: Llamasoft | Release Date: 1983Why Watch This Video:Detailed comparison of graphics, sound, and gameplay for each game on both systems.Personal insights and experiences shared for each game.Fun facts and trivia about each game, including development and unique features.Viewer engagement through comments and discussions on favorite versions.Whether you’re a die-hard Commodore 64 fan or an Atari 800XL enthusiast, this video has something for everyone. We delve into the nuances of each game to determine which system reigns supreme in the retro gaming world.Subscribe to Floppy Deep Dive for more retro gaming content, comparisons, and deep dives into classic games. Don't forget to hit the like button if you enjoyed the video and share your thoughts in the comments below.Check out the full playlist of C64 vs Atari 800XL comparisons here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PL70122o_bB73I419GmCnyM0W_OIDWwXez&si=Ynpdh2J0GkjuauWRFollow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:My Website: www.floppydeepdive.comPatreon: patreon.com/floppydeepdiveTwitter: twitter.com/FloppyDeepDiveInstagram: instagram.com/floppy_deep_diveFacebook: facebook.com/FloppyDeepDiveBuy me a cup of Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/floppydeepdiveTags:Retro Gaming, Commodore 64, Atari 800XL, Gauntlet, Ghostbusters, Goonies, Galaxian, Gyruss, Gorf, Gremlins, Green Beret, Gateway to Apshai, Gridrunner, C64 vs Atari, Classic Games, 80s Gaming, Video Game Comparison, Retro Gaming ShowdownThank you for watching, and happy gaming!00:00 Introduction00:37 Gauntlet on C64 and Atari 800XL02:33 Ghostbuster on C64 and Atari 800XL04:27 Goonies on C64 and Atari 800XL06:30 Galaxian on C64 and Atari 800XL08:04 Gyruss on C64 and Atari 800XL09:56 Gorf on C64 and Atari 800XL11:39 Gremlins on C64 and Atari 800XL13:56 Green Beret on C64 and Atari 800XL15:40 Gateway to Apshai on C64 and Atari 800XL17:40 Gridrunner on C64 and Atari 800XL19:36 Outro
World Games on the Commodore 64 - 1986 #retrogaming #commodore64 Floppy Deep Dive 2024-05-19 | World Games was released on the Commodore 64 in 1986. Let's do a quick dive into it and enjoy all the amazing events it offers. Epyx published this masterpiece. If you like the YouTube channel Ashton's Retro Computer Room, you will love Floppy Deep Dive! If you played computer games in the 1980s and are now between the ages of 35 and 55, this will bring back nostalgic memories. Unlock those hidden memories. Enjoy! #commodore64 #retrogaming
