µPD765A Disc Controller – Primer
The µPD765A was a prevalent Floppy Disk Controller for many a home computer in the 80's. The Amstrad CPC was no exception. This is a primer for Writing Z80 assembler to access the controller direct. that I'll use for later articles on old school hacking. Want to know more?
Amstrad and ZX Spectrum DSK Tool
I found myself needing a command line tool to investigate and extract files from DSK Image files used by Emulators, after archiving my own 1980's hack disks. I wrote my own and made it opensource for you to use, amend or even improve on if it helps your projects.
Speedlock 1987
Speedlock '87 was a prolific Tape Protection System and Turbo Load for the Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum. In this post I look at the protection system and how to hack to it using the same tools available to me in 1987 as a young teenager.
Amstrad CPC Themed 2024 Calendar
Who doesn't like free stuff? How about a free to download PDF 2024 Calendar showcasing some of the best Loading Screens the Amstrad CPC had to offer back in the 80's? Be the envy of every die hard Spectrum and Commodore fan worldwide.
NOVALOAD – Commodore Speed Load and Protection System Hacked.
NOVALOAD Turbo Load and Protection system was ubiquitous on Commodore machines back in the day. I take a look back at how I hacked the protection system when I was around 13 years old, though today using modern day tools. Revisiting my past exploits and sharing information with the greater audience. If you're a fan of the C16 and Mr Puniverse then take a look and follow me!
Pixels to 3D Objects?
Ever wanted a quick and easy way to convert PNG images to 3D Objects ready for printing? Take a look at my simple project designed to print retro style 80's artwork on 3D Printers.
A Class of Ten Year Olds Create Games
What happens when a teacher inspires a class of year six pupils (10 Year Olds) to create games on a ZX Spectrum that was created almost 40 years ago? We'll take a quick look at these ten amazing games.
Take Me Down to Emulation City…
Emulators are the key these days to using legacy hardware and preserving our digital heritage, though many are Windows based, what's available for the macOS User? In today's article we take a look...
The Evolution of Willy
My love for Manic Miner know no bounds, and having wanted a Miner Willy desk ornament it was time to put the 3D Printer to good use!
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