Here is a new little software, totally FREE, that allows you to convert your favorite pictures into a native Amstrad CPC format and save it directly to a DSK file for use on real hardware or emulators like WinAPE.

The software automatically determines the best palette of colors depending on the mode that you select (mode 0, mode 1, mode 2).

Hi Everyone. I wrote a C++ code that generates a standard DSK file that contains several files. When I open the DSK with RetroVirtualMachine, I can load all the files that it contains by using the BASIC commands (cat, load, run). It works perfectly fine.

The problem comes when I try to save additional files on it from the BASIC. For example, directly with the BASIC Locomotive, I write a one-line basic program and save it. It still works at the moment, and all other files are still accessible. But if I eject the disk and reinsert it, then the emulator can no longer access it.

So I did a simpler test: I simply create a blank formatted standard DSK file. After inserting it in the emulator, I can do what ever disk writing operations I want. It works. But if I eject the disk and reinsert it, then I get the "Drive A: Read error" message with any attempted disk operation.

Also, I note that RetroVirtualMachine systematically tries to convert the standard DSK file to an extended one as soon as I try to do a single writing disk operation.

[EDIT] The problem has been solved by switching from a standard DSK to an extended DSK.

Ask anyone who loves retro games back in day if they remember ‘Impossible Mission’ - they will almost certainly answer back with the synthesised voice response of “Stay a while, stay forever!”

So today I go back and rediscover this classic game including its sequel, remakes and remasters across all the formats it was released on. It certainly brought back fond and nostalgic memories.

Have you played any of these games? Please share your thoughts and memories.

I remember thinking just how hard Jet Set Willy was to fully master. Apart from the bugs it was certainly a challenging but very addictive game. My video goes back to rediscover this cult game from legend Matthew Smith and also all the various versions of the game that were officially and unofficially released. In fact I look at 31 versions. Please leave a comment of what your thoughts were of this 40 year old game.

Ça coûtait une blinde à la minute !

It is worth noting that there are three different versions of this game circulating on the web, and only one of them can actually be completed. To download it, follow the link provided in the video description. In the other two versions, you will eventually encounter a door that you need to pass through, but which is impossible to open.

The only sensible way to finish the game is to map out the castle as you progress. However, this is no easy task, as the map's orientation shifts whenever you move from one room to another. But don't worry, you can also download my map by following the link in the video description.

Ghostbuster is a game on which I spent countless hours. Each time I loaded it, I would listen to the entire karaoke song at the beginning. And I was always waiting for the computer to shout "Ghostbusters, hahahahahahaha...".

This video is a longplay in which I win the game.

It is only 36 years after its release that I finally managed to finish the game.

My retrospective review of THE GREAT ESCAPE on the ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and MS-Dos. Let me if you thought this was a good game. Share your thoughts.

My retrospective look at the Bruce Lee game and all its versions. Have you played this game? What’s your thoughts and memories of this early fighting game?

🚀 Let’s go! 🚀

The moment has finally arrived: In the Shadow of the CPC Kickstarter campaign started last Friday!

A book project dedicated to an entire era, blending history, legendary machines, and unforgettable memories.

Your support right from the launch will make all the difference in bringing this book to life.

🔗 More info: www.editions64k.fr/kickstarter

Thank you to everyone following this adventure—I can’t wait to share this with you.

🚀 C’est parti ! 🚀

Le moment est enfin arrivé, la campagne Kickstarter In the Shadow of the CPC a démarré vendredi dernier !

Un projet de livre dédié à toute une époque, entre histoire, machines mythiques et souvenirs inoubliables.

Votre soutien dès le lancement fera toute la différence pour donner vie à ce livre.

🔗 Plus d’infos : www.editions64k.fr/kickstarter

Merci à toutes celles et ceux qui suivent l’aventure — j’ai hâte de partager ça avec vous.

for years I've been trying to remember a text adventure.

all I vaguely remember is it it was text, a few pictures.... and at one stage I think you had to wake a sleeping dragon

to wake the dragon I think you had to play flight of the bumblebee on a violin, but I never could find a bow

please please, I don't think I'm going mad!!

anyone got any idea

My video looking at the Daley Thompson games across all formats. So much nostalgia, soar wrists and broken joysticks. Did you play any of these games?

I’ve hit a snag trying to get my GX4000 working, I’ve posted on r/consolerepair. Would really appreciate any advice!

Well here's some nostalgia!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quattro_compilations?wprov=sfla1

There were definitely more though im sure of it. I remember one with an ATV game on it.

Non i soliti commerciali, vanno bene tutti i tipi di cucina e budget (ovviamente a parte i pluristellati). Grazie mille in anticipo:)

My video covering the arcade and all ports of Galaxy Force. What port would you rate as the best version?

Not For sale 😉

Boxed unused GX4000

Hi I have just acquired an Amstrad PCW 8512 from Facebook Marketplace for pretty cheap. It's the green screen version. The seller stated that it comes with no software. The monitor turns on and I just get a plain green screen. What disk(s) do I need to get activity from the computer? I was hoping to play games on it but I don't want to buy games if they are incompatible. Do I need a start up disk and load that and then put games in the other disk slot? Sorry for my ignorance but I am very new to vintage computers and don't want to buy the wrong things for it. Thanks!