Tag: apple II
A new graphics mode for the Apple IIgs has been developed by programmer Dagen Brock, called HDGR. This new mode uses two Double-Lores images to create images at 80×96 with 16 colors. While this is currently a proof-of-concept and only IIgs compatible code is included, it may be possible to make it portable to the 8-bit Apple II with 128k with more effort given to timing and synchronization code. Although software-based mixed modes have been done for years, this is…
Daniel F. Gordon, author of “Realm – Rays of Nightmare” and a number of programming tools, has released the latest version of A2Kit, a command line interface and library for manipulating retro disk images, file systems, and languages, with an emphasis on Apple II. The new version, A2Kit v2.0.6, includes several updates and improvements. One major update is the fix for DOS 3.3 and Pascal to check for duplicate names when renaming. The new version also includes testing of both…
Daniel F. Gordon has released an update to his adventure game “Realm – Rays of Nightmare”, bringing it up to version 1.5. While the gameplay in this version remains unchanged, the release adds a hard drive installer and better party import / export interface, making it easier for players to manage their characters. Additionally, the update includes a WOZ file for more realistic floppy emulation, as well as a ProDOS Order (.po) disk image for those who prefer a faster…
A2_4am, best known for his hack related items and Total Replay, has announced the release of Million Perfect Tiles, an implementation of the classic logic puzzle game Takuzu, for the 8-bit Apple II computer. The game boasts over 3000 original puzzle boards in six different sizes for hours of engaging gameplay. Million Perfect Tiles can be played on any Apple II computer with at least 64K of memory, and features optional support for Mockingboard for music and a mouse for…
David Schmenk, author of PLASMA for the Apple II Series, announced a new version of ROGUE for PLASMA. The disk image is downloadable for free in ProDOS Order format here. This disk image will work on Apple II emulators capable of emulating the Apple //e and is a fully self contained game disk. Introduction This version of ROGUE is somewhat different than others. It is very simple in most ways, but I have developed a (I think) unique visibility algorithm…
The Kansasfest committee has announced a change in the way that the separate In-Person / Virtual events registrations will be handled. Initially, those who were planning on attending and presenting at the In-Person event being held in Kansas City, Mo in July, would have to also pay to attend the Virtual event. This is no longer the case. In an email from Kansasfest Committee member Chris Torrence, he says: Just a heads up that the in-person KansasFest registrations (double room,…
Snafaru, a retro computing enthusiast and developer, has announced the full release of Wizardry 3.0. This project is a faithful recreation of the classic game Wizardry Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, released more than 40 years ago. The full release of Wizardry 3.0 is now ready for distribution and includes over 100 fixes and enhancements from the original game. With the included 140K 5.25″ diskette images, the game can be played using an Apple II emulator or copied onto…
Antoine Vignau, co-founder of Brutal Deluxe, has announced the availability of five new Apple II cassettes on the Apple II cassette project website. The cassettes are from Compu-Things, Haydenbook, Programma, and The Software House. The Apple II cassette project aims to preserve and promote the use of cassettes as a storage medium for the Apple II computer. The project website contains a collection of digitized cassettes, which can be downloaded and used with emulators or transferred to physical cassettes for…
The latest release of the Ample MAC OS based front end for the MAME emulator has been announced. Version 0.253 brings the interface in line with the latest version of MAME and Includes experimental Uthernet II / WIZnet W5100 emulation. Marinetti, IP65, and A2osX have been tested and should work. Ample is an Apple II series / Retro Mac centric front end for the MAME emulator developed by famed Apple II programmer Kelvin Sherlock. The Ample App is a free download and…
For users of the Virtual II emulator, a new update has been released that resolves an issue with the Apple //c emulated mouse, which could cause it to cease functioning properly. The issue, which first appeared and affected the perviously released version of the program, version 11.3, is resolved by this update. The Virtual II emulator, developed by Gerard Putter, is a Shareware Apple II emulator designed for Mac OS-based systems. It is a popular tool for hobbyists, retro computing…
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 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…
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
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…
Client Release 1.83 – https://evolutioninteractive.com/applesauce/Applesauce_183.zip
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…
