Retrogames and Amstrad CPC links

Retrogames are those classics from the birth of computer games, when playability counted more than presentation.

Free Repton game download

Repton is one of the classic games of the 8-bit era. It's an addictive puzzle game where you have to find diamonds in a mine and move rocks around to clear the path. Although it's most closely associated with the BBC and Acorn computers, versions or clones appeared on most other computers of the time. The original creators Superior Interactive have now re-created it for the PC, along with the sequels Repton 2 and Repton 3. Visit Superior Interactive to download free playable demos of all versions of Repton, Galaforce Worlds and other games from the Superior Interactive archives.

General retrogames links

• eBay - the world's favourite online car boot sale with plenty of retro bargains
• Remakes - Sometimes singers reinterpret old songs. Sometimes programmers reinterpret old games. Rediscover Manic Miner, Chuckie Egg and more on your PC
• World of Spectrum - major site for arguably the most popular 8 bit platform
• Space Invaders Shrine
• Dataserve - sells reconditioned retro computers

Put Space Invaders on your wall

To decorate your room with the ultimate symbols of retro gaming, you need the self-adhesive Space Invaders decals. These stickers can be applied to smooth surfaces (like doors and floors). Each sticker pack includes a set of invaders and a defender ship, together with bullets so they can fire at each other. The makers claim the decorations can be removed and stuck somewhere else later.

Buy Space Invader Wall Graphics from Think Geek

Amstrad CPC links

• Amstrad ESP - Spanish CPC fan site
• comp.sys.amstrad.8bit discussion group at Google
• CPC Game Reviews - great database reviewing CPC games - the great and the not-so great equally
• Genesis8 - extensive news-driven site about current CPC developments
• CPC Zone
• Instruction Manuals UK - You can still buy Amstrad instruction manuals here
• Tony Kingsmill's Amstrad games - mostly text adventures
• CPCrulez - French CPC scene website
• The Amstrad Games Resource
• CPC 464 Manual download
• Amstrad CPC firmware manual - All those vital CALL addresses
• JEMU Java Amstrad emulator
• Winape Amstrad emulator for Windows
• CPE Emulator