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When the C64 was launched in 1982 it immediately set the standard for 8-bit home computers. Its low cost, superior graphics, high quality sound and a massive 64 KB of RAM positioned it as the winner in the home computer wars, knocking out competitors from the likes of Atari, Texas Instruments, Sinclair, Apple and IBM.
Selling over 30 million units and introducing a whole generation to computers and programming, the C64 shook up the video games industry and sparked cultural phenomena such as computer music and the demoscene. In recent years the C64 has enjoyed a spectacular revival manifesting itself once again as a retrocomputing platform.
To allow you to experience and relive the wonders of this unique computer, Cloanto, developers of Commodore/Amiga software since the 1980s, has introduced C64 Forever, a revolutionary preservation, emulation and support package. C64 Forever embodies an intuitive player interface, backed by a built-in database containing more than 5,000 C64 game entries, and advanced support for the new RP9 format, dubbed the "MP3 of retrogaming".
Features:
- Emulation of C64 hardware (allows you to run C64 software on your PC*)
- Additional emulation of related systems: PET 2001, CBM 3032, CBM 4032, CBM 8032, VIC 20, CBM 610, C16, Plus/4, C128 (40-column and 80-column) and more
- Optional integration with Amiga Forever (if installed)
- More than 200 preinstalled games and demoscene productions
- One-click play support for thousands of downloadable C64 and other 8-bit games, demos and applications**
- RP9 Editor allows you to create and edit content for playback on the local system or elsewhere
- RP9 Toolbox to convert between RP9 and other popular formats (D64, T64, etc.) and to export to devices (hardware-based emulators)
- RetroPlatform Library includes title and configuration data for more than 5,000 C64 games, with online updates**
- Preconfigured and enhanced VICE emulation engine with auto-updates**
- Special features and gallery of items of historical interest
- Build Image tool to create personalized CD ISO images or portable runtime environments
- Now Playing" updates and manual status posts to Facebook, Twitter, Skype and Windows Live Messenger
- Direct screenshot uploads to Facebook and Twitter
- Gorgeous support for high-DPI displays
- Much, much more...
System Requirements (Windows Software)
- Operating system: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3 and equivalent Windows Server editions
- Architecture: either x86 or x64
- CPU: 750 MHz (1 GHz or more recommended)
- RAM: 512 MB (1 GB recommended)
- Hard disk: 200 MB free
- Video: high color or true color
- Sound: optional
- DirectX: 9.0 or higher (uses Direct3D 9 and Direct3D Acceleration)
- Audiences: 7+ (occasional depictions of violence, rare profanity and alcohol, all in an 8-bit pixelated context)
Some notes:
- Emulation software for Windows is ready to run (from CD or after installation, no additional downloads required). Due to hardware differences, C64 floppy drives and some other peripherals cannot be connected to non-C64 hardware, even if running an emulation.
- Automatic updates require internet connection. Additional download sites are listed on the web site.
- Part of the RetroPlatform project, which has been delivering classic computing compatibility, history and support since 1997. © 1982-2009 Cloanto Italia srl and its licensors. Cloanto, C64 Forever, Amiga Forever, RetroPlatform, Software Director, KX Light and the daisy logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Cloanto Italia srl in Italy and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo and DirectX are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Please refer to the included documentation for additional copyright and trademark information. Made in the EU.
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