#retro

BBC Micro Elite Two-Player Hack

Personal project documenting the technical details of converting BBC Micro Elite into a two-player game via 6502 assembly modifications. Deep dive into geometry calculations, split-screen rendering, and architectural changes to the original 1980s game code.

GentleOS/16 - Hobby OS for vintage 16-bit PCs

A handcrafted hobby operating system for vintage 16-bit PCs (8086+). Built in C, features a live browser-based emulator, runs on authentic hardware like Tandy and Amstrad portables, and is free and open source (GPL-2.0). Designed entirely for tinkering and technical joy.

os8088: Mac-like GUI for IBM XT in real-mode assembly

A hobby project reimagining the early Macintosh desktop for 1980s IBM PC hardware. Written entirely in real-mode 8086 assembly, boots from floppy in 256KB, features overlapping windows, pull-down menus, preemptive multitasking, and can run multiple programs simultaneously. Open source (MIT), runnable in browser via emulator, with excellent documentation and a finished 1.0 release.

Fabien Sanglard's Technical Essays

Personal technical blog featuring deep-dive analysis and reverse engineering of retro computing, game engines, and software history. Specializes in archaeological deep-dives into 90s era technology and game development.

Decker — Interactive Document Platform

A multimedia platform for creating and sharing interactive documents inspired by HyperCard, featuring a retro 1-bit ditherpunk aesthetic. Create e-zines, games, presentations, pixel art, and interactive experiences in the browser or on desktop (Mac/Windows/Linux). Includes a novel scripting language (Lil) and outputs as standalone shareable HTML.

New Parts for Old Computers

A researched, community-curated catalog of hardware upgrades and parts for vintage computers (Apple, Atari, Commodore, PC systems, etc.). Includes 12 sections, 149 pages, 762 products with documented research methodology. Each product links to makers, documentation, or reliable sources. Also covers reverse-retro (using vintage parts with modern systems). Active, well-organized reference site with RSS feed.

Old Vintage Computing Research

Personal blog documenting vintage computing projects, retrocomputing restoration, and technical deep-dives into classic systems like the Apple Workgroup Server and MkLinux.

Extinct Media Museum Tokyo

A private museum in Tokyo with 4,000+ items documenting the evolution and obsolescence of media technologies—from 8mm film cameras to VHS and early digital devices. Hands-on 'touch museum' where visitors interact with the collection. Substantial curatorial effort, active publication (RSS feed), and repeated HN frontpage mentions signal authentic community interest.

MSAP-2 Simulator

Interactive web-based simulator for a custom 8-bit discrete logic computer. A handcrafted educational tool exploring retrocomputing and digital circuit design through an explorable, interactive interface.

Chiptune Radio

A 24/7 chiptune music stream broadcasting on Twitch, curated by Aleph Void LLC (a reverse engineering firm). Plays classic video game soundchips, trackers, and demoscene music. Custom landing page with embedded player and niche community focus.

Q3Edit – Browser-based Quake III map editor

Open-source, in-browser level editor for Quake III Arena. Edit, compile, and playtest .map files with TypeScript + WebGL2 frontend and id Software's q3map + ioquake3 compiled to WebAssembly. Real tool, not marketing.

Byte Cellar

Vintage computing blog featuring restoration projects, retrocomputing hardware, and nostalgia for classic systems.

Internal Register

Homemade retro video game console built from scratch. Detailed hardware and software documentation.

PICO-8 BBS

PICO-8 game community. Thousands of tiny games with source code.

PICO-8

Fantasy console for making, sharing, and playing tiny games. Strict limitations spark creativity.

Internet Archive Software Library

Thousands of old programs, games, and operating systems playable in your browser. Computing history preserved.

Oldskool.org

Jim Leonard's retro computing resource. PC demos, vintage hardware documentation, and digital preservation.

Virtual x86

x86 emulator running in the browser. Boot Windows 98, Linux, or FreeDOS without installing anything.

Poolsuite FM

Internet leisure radio. Retro-styled streaming radio with vacation vibes and excellent curation.

Windows 3.1 Online

Run Windows 3.1 in your browser. Complete with Program Manager, File Manager, and classic apps.

Vintage Computer

Vintage computing community. Forums for classic computer enthusiasts.

RetroGames

Retro gaming database. Information on classic games and consoles.

Wiby

Search engine for the classic web. Returns results from hand-picked personal and hobbyist websites.

Poolside FM

Retro-styled music player with summer vibes. A nostalgic trip to 80s/90s aesthetics.

tilde.club

Shared Unix server hosting personal websites. A throwback to the early days of the web.