Author: A.P.P.L.E.
41 years after the release of Wizardry Proving Grounds 2.1 comes a new release of one of the best known games for the Apple II series computer. Wizardry Proving Grounds Version 3.0 is available in both DOS 3.3 and ProDOS disk formats on the Apple II and includes some of the following updates and changes: No more passwords! Something had to go to make room on the disks for all these fixes. We figured that nobody password-protects their characters any more,…
The latest alpha release of the Apple II Desktop graphical user interface is now available for download. Apple II Desktop version 1.3 alpha release 5 includes the following changes: General DeskTop Selector Disk Copy Desk Accessories Misc Downloads You can download the latest releases of the Apple II Desktop in one of eight languages from the A2D Github page at:https://github.com/a2stuff/a2d/releases/tag/v1.3-alpha5
The 2023 rendition of Kansasfest registration is now open. Options for this years event include both an in-person and a virtual event with the in-person including a host of new options for housing at the event. Currently, there are no COVID related requirements for the event and the policies of the event will follow those of Rockhurt University, where the event is being held. For more information about registration, options and other related items, check out the Kansasfest website at:…
Linux enthusiasts who still own a vintage Macintosh machine with a Motorola 68020, 030, or 040 CPU and an MMU will be delighted to know that a new release of the developmental branch of Linux/m68k port is now available for download. The version 4.14.309 Test kernel can be found on the project’s official website, The Linux/m68k for Macintosh. The project’s objective is to enhance the Linux support for 68k-based Macintoshes and its related hardware. Almost all Macs with a 68030…
The Virtual II Apple II Emulator for Mac OS has been updated. The latest version of Virtual II, version 11.3, requires a Mac with macOS 10.13 (“High Sierra”) or better and includes a slew of fixes and support for Joysticks and the Apple //c. Some of these changes include the following items: Virtual II is a full featured shareware emulator for MAC OS and has a long development history. You can download the latest version of the Virtual II emulator…
For all the Apple II gaming enthusiasts out there, Castle Dain has been brewing as a promising project. Version 0.8 is the latest milestone in this exciting lite-RPG adventure, which allows players to dive headlong into the world of 8-bit fantasy gaming. Developed by an aspiring programmer, Frank Rossi, who’s making his first foray into 6502 assembly language, Castle Dain presents a rich gaming experience reminiscent of classic titles for the beloved Apple II. New Adventures in Version 0.8 In…
From the Kansasfest Committee :KansasFest 2023 will soon be upon us so we wanted to prepare the community for changes that are in the works. First, a reminder that in-person KansasFest is scheduled for July 18th-23rd at Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO. Expect registration to open in April or May. At the in-person event, you can expect the same awesome, in-depth Apple II experience we’re famous for. A week of sessions, fun and camaraderie with your fellow Apple II enthusiasts. This year…
The Applewin Apple II Emulator for Windows has been updated. This update, version 1.30.14 includes a host up changes and fixes including the following changes: You can download the latest release and get more information at the Applewin Github page:https://github.com/AppleWin/AppleWin/releases/v1.30.14.0
The latest issue of the RetroMacCast has been released. This 643rd episode of the RetroMacCast features James Savage and Steve of Mac84 talking about the latest eBay finds: iMac watch, Lisa 1, and Macintosh XL Screen Kit. They talk about the Outbound Outrigger monitor with a SCSI interface, and news includes a visit by Ron (Ron’s Computer Videos) to preview Marchintosh. Be sure and join the Retro Mac Cast Facebook page, follow them on Twitter, or watch them on YouTube, and visit us at RetroMacCast.
This month, has some pretty important dates, and all in a row, starting with the fourteenth, fondly known by mathematicians as pi day. The Spy is unaware of a type of pie that would not be a favourite, unless someone makes it with kidney or liver. Moreover, pi philology has come a long way since “Yes, I have a slice.” There’s “How I love a drink, raspberry of course, after the heavy chapters involving quantum mechanics,” or “And, O, have…
Joshua Bell has released the latest version of the Apple II Desktop graphical user interface for the Apple II computer. Apple II Desktop version 1.3 Alpha 4 includes a host of changes and new features including the following items: General DeskTop Selector Disk Copy Desk Accessories The author notes that if you have downloaded a previous alpha version of the Apple II Desktop Version 1.3 program, you should replace it immediately with this version. To download the latest version of…
Joshua Bell has announced the immediate availability of the INTBASIC.SYSTEM Integer BASIC system file for ProDOS version 0.9. This system file allows users to run Integer BASIC under ProDOS and runs many original DOS 3.2 / 3.3 Integer BASIC Programs. This version of the program is the first official release of the INTBASIC.SYSTEM file and includes support for these commands: Addition Notes about the INTBASIC.SYSTEM file: You can download the latest version of the ProDOS order disk with the INTBASIC.SYSTEM…
Last month, we announced the official release of GBBS Pro version 2.2. For those who have purchased a manual for the program with the earlier 2.2n release, there is now an errata available for download:https://gbbs.applearchives.com/dl/GBBS-Pro-2.2-Erratta-CA2023.pdf. This is a free update available for download by all users. If you would like to purchase the new up to date GBBS Pro 2.2 manual, it is available through our GBBS Pro 2.2 release page at: https://www.callapple.org/documentation/books/gbbs-pro-2-2/. You can also download the latest version…
The 2023 rendition of the Vintage Computer Festival East has been announced. It will be held in Wall, New Jersey in the USA. VCF East will take place in the spring of 2023 – April 14th, 15th, and 16th. Tickets are available now to purchase: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vcf-east-2023-vintage-computer-festival-east-2023-tickets-555834224127 Event Schedule and latest info: https://vcfed.org/events/vintage-computer-festival-east/vcf-east-schedule/
The RetroMacCast has released their 641st episode and this time around are looking into the 30th anniversary of the game SimCity 2000. James Savage and John Leake, hosts of the RMC talk about their latest ebay finds including Macintosh/Canon gold sign, NIB Mac M0120 numeric keypad, and a Rally NYC Mac logo t-shirt. They also discuss the video from the Apple Lisa 40th birthday and Macstodon for Mastodon. You can listen to the latest RMC episode on the RetroMacCast website
James Joseph Shackel, an A.P.P.L.E. Member, Kansasfest attendee, long time Apple II user, Arizona Air National Guard Lt. Col. and Southwest Airlines pilot passed away January 19th, 2023 at the age of 58. Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/james-shackel-obituary?id=39585348
Joshua Bell has released an update to the Apple II Desktop Version 1.3. The second alpha release of the App includes the following changes: General Launcher DeskTop Selector Desk Accessories Apple II Desktop is available in eight different languages including: English, Danish, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Swedish. and is available on either 140K or 800K Floppy disk images. You can download the latest version of the Apple II Desktop in your chosen language from the A@ple II Desktop…
Frank Rossi has updated the beta version of Castle Dain to version 0.7. It is a lite-RPG playable using a joystick or keyboard. This program is his first foray into 6502 assembly language programming. Features of the game include: The beta version of Castle Dain is a free download and is available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UUefBUPvRxFGFic_aBEPJaJYh414xWoh?usp=sharing A video playlist of the development process can be accessed at:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxmklt_dzHGK1JkIbQGRWdRlg8AHCfqni
The annual BASIC 10Liner Programming Contest has begun. This is an annual event which brings together the best 10 line programs on 8-bit platforms from around the globe. The BASIC 10Liner Programming Contest allows users to participate in one of the following categories with their programs: Category “PUR-80”: Program a game in 10 lines (max 80 characters per logical line, abbreviations are allowed).Attention: In this category, only factory built-in BASIC variants are allowed Category “PUR-120”: Program a game…
