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The Commodore 64 Phenomenon – My C64 8-bit Childhood Memories…
The Commodore 64 didn’t just change how we played games — it changed lives. For one boy, it sparked a lifelong obsession with coding, tech and challenging the limits of 64KB. Chris James explores his memories of the C64.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/the-commodore-64-phenomenon-my-c64-8-bit-childhood-memories/
Thanks to @tonywarriner (co-founder of Revolution Software) and @StooCambridge (Sensible Software) who at the ZAPP Live! 2025 event in the UK invited me to discuss their new game UrbX Warriors – The Lost City.
UrbX Warriors is a brand new pixel art arcade retro adventure, which is launching on Kickstarter imminently!
I hope you enjoy my video!
I interview Laurence Bennion of Blacklighter, who has created an amazing selection of ultraviolet overlays for the Vectrex console.
I went with my recording gear to find out all about his modern UV overlays, their experimental creation, our love for the Vectrex, demonstrations of the technology and how his new Vectrex modification brings a new 3D perspective to enjoying the console.
FPGA, Spectrum Next Development, Retro 90s PCs & More… – Game & Gadget Podcast #41
@tonywarriner & I explore FPGA retro gaming, Tony’s upcoming game UrbX Warriors and my adventures with Windows 98 PCs and CRT monitors.
Game Music Composition Interview with Rosewater’s Mark Benis – Game & Gadget Podcast 40
I interview Mark Benis, music composer of Rosewater, a point and click adventure game set in the wild west and released in 2024.
#podcast #gaming #pointandclickadventure #RosewaterGame #rosewater
The ‘Titan’ GPU released in 2013 originally retailing for nearly $1000, which I purchased for £25 in a recent auction. However, it suffered from a crippling “code 43” issue.
This is my journey...
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/the-999-titan-gpu-purchased-for-25-with-error-code-43/
90s Retro PCs with vswitchzero Interview - Game & Gadget Podcast #39
I interview Mike from @vswitchzero
who has a fascinating YouTube channel dedicated to 90s retro PC hardware and gaming.
We had a great discussion regarding 90s retro computing including the fabulous impact of the 3dfx Voodoo 3D accelerators on the PC platform and us.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/90s-retro-pcs-with-vswitchzero-interview-game-gadget-podcast-39/
Ravensburger Disney Villainous Board Game Review – Fun Yet Evil
Disney Villainous – The Worst Takes It All Board Game by Ravensburger. Sam takes a journey into the Disney’s finest selection of villains.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/ravensburger-disney-villainous-board-game-review-fun-yet-evil/
Rabbit r1 Review – 4 Months Down the A.I. Rabbit Hole
4 month hands-on experience with this quirky AI device that promises to redefine how we interact with artificial intelligence technology.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/rabbit-r1-review-4-months-down-the-a-i-rabbit-hole/
My impressions of Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars Reforged as George and Nico set out on their finest adventure in a new 4K resolution.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/broken-sword-reforged-impressions-stunning-4k-nostalgia-trip/
#RetroGaming picks of the day:
➡️ @ramokromok - Blog about retro gaming & retro computing
➡️ @jameswoodcock (main) & @pixelrefresh (site) - Retro gaming & retro tech site
➡️ @jmechner - Creator of "Prince of Persia" & "Karateka"
➡️ @grumpygamer - Creator of "Monkey Island", co-creator of Maniac Mansion
➡️ @DavidBFox - Veteran dev from Lucasfilm/LucasArts, lead on Zak McKracken etc
➡️ @lardratboy - Lucasfilm/LucasArts veteran, worked on SCUMM game engine
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Myself and @tonywarriner delve into the original Xbox scary leaking capacitor problem, the stunning OLED PS Vita that never really competed and more.
Game & Gadget Podcast #38 – Original Xbox Ticking Disaster, PS Vita Beauty & More…
Discover Metro Siege, a brand new upcoming Amiga game as I interview programmer Alex Brown of this impressive passion project.
In the video, I have also captured new Amiga A500 footage of this brand new game running.
The Acorn Archimedes A3010 Kid – Battling with Amiga & Atari ST
The legendary Acorn Archimedes A3010, famous for its RISC OS operating system and contributing ARM to modern phones, tablets, laptops and computers.
Here are my thoughts with an in-depth look and my own childhood experiences of this wonderful Acorn computer.
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/the-acorn-archimedes-a3010-kid-battling-with-amiga-atari-st/
I have added upgrades and modifications to my SEGA Dreamcast featuring a GDEMU for loading games from an SD Card as well as a modern PSU & far quieter fan.
Read more in my article:
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/dreamcast-modding-fun-gdemu-psu-noctua-fan/
#retrogaming #dreamcast #retroconsoles #modding #gdemu #noctua #DreamPSU
Game & Gadget Podcast #36
New Retro Handheld Under £1!
Cost of Retro Tech & More…
I am joined by @tonywarriner and @Zwilnik as we delve into the cost of retro computer hardware, a brand new £1 retro handheld console purchase and more.
In this video, Tony Warriner co-founder of Revolution Software takes me on a wonderful tour of his retro tech he has collected over many years.
Visiting Retro Gaming Nostalgia in Derby, UK - Retro World Store Tour
I had the pleasure of visiting Retro World, a store in the Derby city centre within the UK. Jane and Rob were kind enough to discuss their beginnings as a simple gaming market stall a quarter of a century ago, to now running their own retro gaming store.
Some truly nostalgic systems, games, accessories and merchandise from the retro gaming and computing world!
https://www.pixelrefresh.com/retro-world-store-tour-visiting-retro-gaming-nostalgia-in-derby-uk/
Game & Gadget Podcast #35 – Retro Vs Modern Gaming, Subscriptions Galore & More…
I am joined by @tonywarriner as we delve into video streaming subscription price increases, retro versus more modern gaming tropes and more.
CRT TV for Retro Gaming – The Beauty, Buying, Repair & Despair
CRT TVs for retro gaming offer stunning nostalgic qualities, but the maintenance, weight and size can be challenging. Here is my experience…
> https://www.pixelrefresh.com/crt-tv-for-retro-gaming-the-beauty-buying-repair-despair/
This is going to need a number of updates over time, with additional diagrams etc, but hopefully a good start and additional articles required to expand out individual areas :)
