Commodore 64 Ultimate: Official Recreation with Modern Upgrades and Retro Compatibility
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An everything bagel for the brain. Substantive, layered, well-seasoned.
Summary
Commodore is launching the first official Commodore 64 in over 30 years - a faithful recreation of the original motherboard using FPGA hardware. The C64 Ultimate offers modern upgrades while maintaining compatibility with original peripherals, featuring 10,000+ game compatibility, 48Mhz Turbo mode, HDMI output, Wi-Fi game transfer, and USB convenience. Available in standard and limited Gold Label Founders Edition with 24k gold-plated badges and collectible items.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledThe first official Commodore 64 in over 30 years is here - a faithful recreation of the original motherboard on FPGA hardware
Play 10,000+ original games with more RAM & 48Mhz Turbo mode!
This isn't tech that controls you. It invites you to play, learn, and create - just like it used to
Hidden inside: the autographs/names of Commodore 64 creators past and present - including Albert 'Father of the Commodore 64' Charpentier - etched forever in the motherboard copper
By skipping Kickstarter, we avoid big platform fees and pass the savings on to you - just like our founder Jack Tramiel would've wanted
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