BASIC retro game coding tricks for the C=64 with a coding mystery Random Ramblings 2023-01-02 | The inspiration for this game came from this Josip Retro Bits channel video below demonstrating how to scroll characters down the screenyoutube.com/watch?v=zkR64TdpTSECommodore 64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioBASIC Code (File:PR2): drive.google.com/file/d/13BTdHDpm19mi2K-lxk7NC4-FboIsuI4w/view?usp=share_linkI encountered a "Mystery" (to me at least) when enabling auto fire and letting the game run by itself it can produces different scores. The gameplay should be the same producing the same score but no???? I have reproduced this on original hardware and on the VICE emulator. If anyone can explain why the scores are not consistent please post in the comments below
ChatGPT O1-Preview Creates Synthetic Life Simulator Random Ramblings 2024-09-17 | Synthetic Life Simulator created by ChatGPT O1-PreviewAI Voiceover / Podcast created by NotebookLM (Too much BS)Source Code: github.com/pcaspa/SynthLife/tree/mainREADME.md created by ChatGPT
Easy Commodore 64 Repair (Dead RAM Chip) Random Ramblings 2023-04-09 | Parts Used for Power Supply Repair / Modernisation:-- 4700µF Electrolytic Capacitors.https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/203108811...- L7805CV +5V - 1.5A LM7805 ST Fixed Positive +5V Voltage Regulator TO-220https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/304251554...
My new (old) Commodore 64 Silver Label. Basic keyboard repair Random Ramblings 2023-02-23 | Do you think this is a genuine silver label Commodore 64?
Coding Minesweeper for the Commodore 64 and VIC-20 Random Ramblings 2023-02-04 | Coding Minesweeper in BASIC for the Commodore 64 and VIC-20. To improve performance the Commodore 64 version is compiled.Download hererunstop64.itch.io/minesweeper-for-commodore-64-and-vic-20CBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioIf your new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkok
Coding Challenge: 3D on a Commodore 64 Random Ramblings 2022-12-20 | Inspired by the Coding Trains 3D on the Apple ][ Challenge (link below) I created a 7 line BASIC program to rotate a cube in 3D (Single axis). I used Simons Basic to add graphics commands not available on a standard Commodore 64.Coding Train Challenge: youtube.com/watch?v=PHfKCxjsmosCommodore 64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioSimons Basic: https://commodore.software/downloads/download/10-basic-extensions/958-simon-s-basic-v3-1BASIC Code: drive.google.com/file/d/13BTdHDpm19mi2K-lxk7NC4-FboIsuI4w/view?usp=share_linkIf you have a go at this challenge please post in the comments section
Building a Commodore 64 from scratch - Sixtyclone Random Ramblings 2022-12-11 | Commodore 64 build based on new and salvaged componentstindie.com/products/bobsbits/sixtyclone-commodore-64-replica-pcbs
V-Gate Magnet Motor controlled by Commodore 64 Random Ramblings 2022-11-19 | I started off fooling around trying to replicate a free energy device I was on YouTube based on a V-Gate magnet motor. Its no surprise this failed but just for fun I used solenoids to drive the motor. I used a Commodore 64 to control the solenoids.A totally pointless but fun project.
BASIC C=64 Retro Game Coding - Orbital Rescue - Finished Random Ramblings 2022-05-01 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using BASIC then compiled for performance. Orbital Rescue was inspired by games like Choplifter and Jupiter Lander.Rescue your stranded crew mates and return them to base before fuel runs out. Destroy the turrets before they destroys you.If you want any more details on how the game was developed please comment below.Related Links:-DOWNLOAD HERE: runstop64.itch.io/orbital-rescuec64games.net/2022/04/28/orbital-rescue_finalhttp://www.indieretronews.com/2022/04/orbital-rescue-c64-homage-to-1982.html#moreyoutu.be/cB8lYuSfneQyoutu.be/7eQsqoiajxwyoutube.com/watch?v=gGdPct6uUVEIntro video clip created by: youtube.com/channel/UCqOTDVh6_nMGOaU7pPjT_iACBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioIf your new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
Quick Commodore 64 + Power Supply Repair Random Ramblings 2022-03-29 | Commodore 64 Fix:-2 Faults1. Dead PLA Chip2. Dead Character ROMParts Used for Power Supply Repair / Modernisation:-- 4700µF Electrolytic Capacitors.https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/203108811909?var=503460277592- L7805CV +5V - 1.5A LM7805 ST Fixed Positive +5V Voltage Regulator TO-220https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/304251554840?var=603341132548thingiverse.com/thing:2533362
Quick video on my plexiglass glow-in-the-dark Commodore 64 Random Ramblings 2022-03-07 | Hi,Below is a link to the site where I purchased the case. Please note that the top part of the case arrived warped which I expect happened during manufacturing rather than shipping. I think they tried to compensated me be supplying an addition top section but that was also warped.https://www.plexilaser.de/Commodore-C64
BASIC Retro Game Coding - Orbital Rescue - Preview Random Ramblings 2022-02-11 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled basic for performance. This is a preview of a game still under development I'm calling Orbital Rescue. The link to the game is below but please remember its not finished. Anyone who wants to contribute please message below. If you download it and play it any feedback is welcome especially what level you can get to. There is a cheat - pressing L during the game progresses to the next level. I can get to level 7 without cheating and 19 with cheating. This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.IN DEVELOPMENT COPY of GAME (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1m1Z6rIP-2p0bQHJw9dRPmLH05lj2Ru2G/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioIf your new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
BASIC Retro Game Coding - Compiling BASIC Random Ramblings 2022-02-11 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled BASIC for performance. This video shows the difference between a BASIC game run in BASIC and the dramatic difference after compilingThe link to the game is below but please remember its not finished. Anyone who wants to contribute please message below. If you download it and play it any feedback is welcome especially what level you can get to. There is a cheat - pressing L during the game progresses to the next level. I can get to level 7 without cheating and 19 with cheating. This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.IN DEVELOPMENT COPY of GAME (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1m1Z6rIP-2p0bQHJw9dRPmLH05lj2Ru2G/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioIf you new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
BASIC Retro Game Coding - C64 - Part 2 Random Ramblings 2022-01-21 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled basic for performance. Compiled and BASIC source code of the games are provided. Part 2 covers the animation of your spaceship using PETSCII graphic characters and simple BASIC poke commands.This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.SOURCE (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1qXai9JC6lyZNBKY-BbS4vuneqpqtgcPV/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioTo configure VICE in CBM PROG Studio go to Tools/Options/Emulator ControlIf you new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
3D Printed Commodore 64 clone (Raspberry Pi) Random Ramblings 2022-01-09 | This Raspberry PI based Commodore 64 clone can be printed on a 3D Printer with a small build volume 120mm x 110mm x 100mm and requires no support. Multiple pieces are printed and assembled.It is designed around a keyboard with similar dimensions to the C64 keyboard: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1440887533113D printer files: thingiverse.com/thing:5192645Combian 64 Emulator: cmaiolino.wordpress.comCan be used for the Retro Game Development featured in the channelThanks for watching
BASIC Retro Game Coding - Using PETSCII graphic characters Random Ramblings 2022-01-05 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled basic for performance. Compiled and BASIC source code of the games are provided. This video discusses the use of PETSCII graphic characters. This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.SOURCE (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1qXai9JC6lyZNBKY-BbS4vuneqpqtgcPV/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioThanks for watching!
BASIC Retro Game Coding - C64 - Part 1 Random Ramblings 2022-01-05 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled basic for performance. Compiled and BASIC source code of the games are provided. Part 1 covers the animation of the raiders using PETSCII graphic characters and simple BASIC character strings.This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.SOURCE (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1qXai9JC6lyZNBKY-BbS4vuneqpqtgcPV/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioTo configure VICE in CBM PROG Studio go to Tools/Options/Emulator ControlIf you new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
Holden WB Statesman Resto Random Ramblings 2022-01-01 | Slideshow of the Rebuild of my WB Statesman plus Sydney 2021 PowerCruise
DIY Electric Canoe Random Ramblings 2021-12-30 | Hamemade Electric Canoe uses 2 deep cycle 12V batteries and an electric trolling motor. Also has basic differential steering.
BASIC Retro Games Coding - C64 - Overview Random Ramblings 2021-12-30 | Retro game coding for the Commodore 64 using compiled basic for performance. Compiled and BASIC source code of the games are provided. The main loop of the program is discussed in this video. This is intended for anyone wanting to quickly and easily get started with retro game coding using BASIC. No assembly language required.SOURCE (D64 file): drive.google.com/file/d/1qXai9JC6lyZNBKY-BbS4vuneqpqtgcPV/view?usp=sharingCBM PRG STUDIO: ajordison.co.ukVICE C64 Emulator: vice-emu.sourceforge.ioTo configure VICE in CBM PROG Studio go to Tools/Options/Emulator ControlIf you new to BASIC programming check out: youtube.com/watch?v=nnjg3G2gkokThanks for watching!
