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Joshua Bell has announced the release of Version 1.3 of the community curated Apple II Desktop project. Apple II Desktop, originally known as Mouse Desk, is a fully graphical user interface for the Apple II series computers. The program is available in eight languages and includes support for a number of peripherals in the Apple II as well as Integer and Applesoft BASIC. You can download the latest version of the Apple II Desktop from the Release page at:https://github.com/a2stuff/a2d/releases/tag/v1.3 You…

Gerard Putter, the developer behind the widely popular MAC OS based Virtual II emulator, has unveiled the latest version of the application, Virtual II Version 11.4. This new update introduces exciting features and improvements that enhance the user experience for Apple II enthusiasts.  Virtual II is a full featured shareware Apple II emulator that includes a number of capabilities not found in other emulators. One of the significant additions in Virtual II Version 11.4 is the emulation of the Applied…

Seattle, Washington — June 20, 2023 — Apple Pugetsound Program Library Exchange (A.P.P.L.E.) is pleased to announce the immediate release of Space Intruder – a new, exhilarating arcade-style Apple II game developed by Raphael Rezende. It offers a captivating experience that puts players’ skills and endurance to the ultimate test.  With fast-paced gameplay, endless levels, and challenging mechanics, Space Intruder promises to deliver an unforgettable odyssey through space. Availability To accompany the game, A.P.P.L.E. has published a Space Intruder manual – updated…

Joshua bell has announced the availability of the 7th alpha of the version 1.3 release of the Apple II Desktop graphical operating system, This latest version includes a slew of changes including the following: General DeskTop Disk Copy Desk Accessories He has also announce that there may be a potential Beta of the program next week sometime but for now the Alpha 7 release is available for free download from the Apple II Desktop Github page at:https://github.com/a2stuff/a2d/releases/tag/v1.3-alpha7 The entire source…

UPDATE: Now has 5 levels plus a challenge level with faster enemies! 25 May 2023: The Facebook Apple II Software Enthusiasts Group is buzzing with excitement as a new program takes center stage. Developed by programmer and group member Raphael Rezende, Space Intruder marks its grand entrance into the Apple II gaming world. This game promises an exhilarating arcade style space adventure that will put players’ skills and endurance to the ultimate test. Space Intruder’s initial release introduces players to…

Enhancements in TCP/IP and VT100, and Improved Performance Brian J. Bernstein, one of the developers behind the Apple II A2osX project, has just announced the release of A2osX Build 2600, packed with exciting updates and improvements. This latest version brings significant modifications to the TCP/IP and VT100 functionality, delivering enhanced performance and a smoother user experience. One of the standout features in A2osX Build 2600 is the notable performance improvement in TCP/IP, achieved through a clever workaround called “delayed ACK.”…

Henry Lowe has announce the release of CardCat Version 1.0b6, an exciting new community project aimed at creating a comprehensive catalog of peripheral cards for the Apple II family of computers. Developed by Henry Lowe, this program written in Apple II Pascal and 6502 Assembly offers Apple II enthusiasts a powerful tool to identify and catalog the various peripheral cards installed in their systems. Card Cat boasts a user-friendly interface, allowing Apple II owners to effortlessly navigate through the program….

Ample, the MAME Emulator Apple centric interface, has just received a significant update with version 0.255, bringing forth a slew of exciting features and enhancements. The most notable addition is the long-awaited support for the Atari ST system, expanding the emulator’s capabilities and offering users the opportunity to delve into the rich library of Atari ST games and applications. It’s important to note that the Atari ST compatibility in Ample is still a work in progress. As MAME itself cautions…

Pitch Dark, the popular frontend for exploring and playing Infocom text adventures on the 8-bit Apple II, has just released Revision 5. Developed by famed Apple II hackers, 4am and qkumba, this latest update brings a host of new features and improvements, enhancing the gaming experience for Apple II enthusiasts. Pitch Dark serves as a user-friendly interface, specifically designed to navigate and play Infocom text adventures on the Apple II.  Some of the changes included in Pitch Dark Revision 5…

Joshua Bell has released the latest version of the Apple II Desktop graphical interface for the Apple II series computer. Apple II Desktop is available in eight languages and runs on Apple II series computers with at least 128K of memory as well as emulators and clones. Apple II Desktop version 1.3 Alpha 6 includes a number of changes including the following: General DeskTop Desk Accessories The latest version of the Apple II Desktop is available for download from the…

Ted Thompson has announced the port of the TI-99/4a version of the lunar lander game, Planet Fall, to the Apple II series computer. According to his Planet Fall Github page:     Planet Fall is a lunar lander genre game that was originally published for the TI-99/4a in the book “TI-99/4A: 24 BASIC Program” (SAMS presents #22247, ISBN 0-672-22247-7) by Carol Ann Casciato and Donald J. Horsfall.     It is a largely typical example of the ‘Lunar Lander’ genre, but with a few…

The Apple-Dayton User Group Disk of the Month Software Library, a valuable resource for Apple II enthusiasts, has recently received an update with the addition of a number of new disks. Thanks to the contributions from James Littlejohn and John Burchett, the library has expanded its collection of software. The Apple-Dayton User Group Software Library is known for its comprehensive collection of Apple II software, providing users with a wide range of programs, utilities, games, and educational tools. With the…

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…