Commodore Computer Museum

Commodore didn’t just make computers — it created legends.
My book The Vault Vol.1 explores in detail 50 of the strangest, fun, wildest & most untold stories from Commodore and the Amiga:

• How the Amiga helped create the visual effects for James Cameron’s Titanic
• The CIA’s secret use of the Amiga
• Pan Am Flight 103 Lockerbie Disaster & Amiga
• The elephant that got Commodore’s advertising banned
• Mysterious signatures left inside the machines …and many more you’ve probably never heard 150 pages of Commodore & gaming history.

Every ebook sale supports the Commodore Computer Museum. Grab it here for USD$10: commodoremuseum.gumroad.com/l/tjjydr

(If you already purchased my book, please note this is the same one, just a different cover... saves you buying it again only to discover you already have it 😊)

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🚨 TheA1200 Update from Retrogames Ltd. July 2026

Stuart, the Operations Director (and all-round awesome dude), answered some of your biggest questions about THEA1200 (RGL’s reimagined Amiga 1200), including Workbench compatibility, peripherals, and more, in an update video yesterday. What’s the news?

Full Q&A summary:

- Workbench: TheA1200 Ships with 3.1 for best experience. Boot directly to Workbench or the Games Carousel. Run any version you own from a USB stick.

- Games & installs: Full WHDLoad and hard drive support. Copy files to USB and access from Carousel or install inside Workbench.

- Compatibility: Very high overall, though a small number of titles may have issues - the team will investigate reports.

- Models & chips: Emulates A500, A1200, CD32 etc. on a per-game basis or globally. Supports OCS, ECS, AGA and RTG.

- Media: Floppy, HDD, CD-ROM and WHDLoad images launch from the Carousel or inside Workbench.

- Peripherals: Many USB gamepads, joysticks and mice. Original Amiga peripherals work via third-party USB adapters.

- Productivity: Yes, fully usable as a desktop machine. Retro Games uses it with a development environment and will ship tools with the unit.

Firmware is now GOLD and production has started in China. Launch targeted for 4 Dec 2026.

Who else is buying TheA1200?

#THEA1200 #Amiga #Retrogames

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I just finished and published my first book on Commodore computers.
Order here: commodoremuseum.gumroad.com/l/tjjydr

Commodore didn’t just make computers — it created legends.

This book dives deep into the strangest, wildest, and most fascinating untold stories from the world of Commodore and the Amiga.

Inside you’ll discover:

-How the Amiga helped create the groundbreaking visual effects for James Cameron’s Titanic

-The CIA’s secret use of the Amiga as a classified tool

-The bizarre political campaign run to promote an Amiga game

-The elephant that got Commodore’s advertising banned in the UK

-The Commodore 64 game that nearly started World War III - sort of.

... and much more.

Whether you grew up with a Commodore 64, an Amiga, or you’re simply curious about one of the most colourful chapters in computing history, this book is packed with stories you’ve probably never heard before.

50 stories - 150 pages - One legendary brand - The underground history of Commodore

Every purchase (USD$10) helps support the Commodore Computer Museum's efforts in preserving the history of Commodore. I hope it will also be a fascinating read of unusual Commodore topics.

Thank you and I hope you enjoy my first book.
Volume 2 coming soon.

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Everything you need to know about the new Commodore Mobile Phone -> x.com/MuseumCommodore/status/2066873907370766475?s…

What can it do... what can't it do... why should you buy it... I cover it all in the attached article on X.

WOuld you buy a feature packed unique Commodore mobile phone

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THEA1200 from Retro Games Ltd, full games list has been announced!

Alien Breed: Tower Assault
Beneath a Steel Sky
Defender of the Crown
Defender of the Crown II
It Came from the Desert
Antheads: It Came From The Desert II
The King of Chicago
Lords of the Rising Sun
Lure of the Temptress
Mercenary: Escape from Targ
Reshoot Proxima 3
Rocket Ranger
Ruff 'n' Tumble
S.D.I. (Strategic Defense Initiative)
The Settlers II
Sinbad and the Throne of the Falcon
Slam Tilt
Turrican
Turrican II: The Final Fight
Turrican 3
TV Sports (Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, & Football)
Wings

This is a solid line up of classic Commodore Amiga games.

Like all other epic RGL products you will be able load your other favourite Amiga games from USB.

The biggest selling point is the full-size working keyboard!

Yes the release date has been pushed back.. we've waited this long already so what's a few extra months.

x.com/MuseumCommodor…

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📢 Just saw the official update from the awesome team at Retro Games Ltd

They're pouring their hearts into THEA1200 and want it to be absolutely spot-on for us retro fans. Hardware is done and in production, but global chip shortages + rising costs have pushed things back a bit.

New target: Friday 4th December 2026

Full letter below 👇

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What did you do most on your Commodore 64?

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Best joystick for Commodore 64 gaming?

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What’s your all-time favorite Commodore Amiga model?

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