#classiccomputers

Retrogamer GenX

@retrogamergenx.bsky.social

1 day ago

The MSX Story: The Computer Standard That Almost Ruled the World YouTube video by Retrogamer Gen X

Hey Classic Computer and Retro Gaming fans, check out my newest short documentary on the MSX line of computers. This is were many classic games like Metal Gear got their start.
#msx #retrogames #retrogaming #8bit #classiccomputers #oldtech #1970s #1980s #1990s
youtu.be/FmHL0e6bveU

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 day ago

New Amiga in 2026 - The Oasis BBS New Amiga in 2026? Retro Games Rediscovered explores the real barriers to building a modern Amiga with original-style hardware.

New Amiga in 2026? Retro Games Rediscovered Looks at What It Would Take
#Amiga #Amiga1200 #RetroComputing #RetroGaming #RetroGamesRediscovered #ReAmiga #PCB #ClassicComputers #Commodore #VintageComputing

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Sue W

@suew.mastodonapp.uk.ap.brid.gy

4 days ago

Old Atari computer plugged in to small television which is displaying chunky white text on a green screen. Both are on a beige carpet in need of a vacuum

White text saying 10 print "hello" on a green screen. Below is the run command and the word hello. Further down is the word Ready and a square cursor.

Proper retro old school computing
#atari8bits #atari65xe #classiccomputers

Sue W

@suew-677.bsky.social

4 days ago

Old Atari computer plugged in to small television which is displaying chunky white text on a green screen. Both are on a beige carpet in need of a vacuum

White text saying 10 print "hello" on a green screen. Below is the run command and the word hello. Further down is the word Ready and a square cursor.

Proper retro old school computing
#atari8bits #atari65xe #classiccomputers

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

VCF SoCal 2026 Videos: Fan Footage Roundup - The Oasis BBS VCF SoCal 2026 Videos roundup featuring fan walkthroughs, booth tours, and quick highlights from the show floor. No official uploads yet.

VCF SoCal 2026 Videos: Fan Footage Roundup
#VCFSoCal #VCFSoCal2026 #VintageComputerFestival #RetroComputing #VintageComputing #ClassicComputers #ComputerHistory #RetroTech #ComputerShow

theoasisbbs.com/vcf-socal-20...

Tony Longworth

@tonylongworth.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

The Art Of Vintage Computing (at VCF So. Cal 2026) YouTube video by Into The Vertical Blank

The Art Of Vintage Computing (at VCF So. Cal 2026)... www.youtube.com/watch?v=_033...

#VintageComputing #RetroComputing #VCF #VCFSoCal #VCF2026 #ComputerHistory #RetroTech #OldSchoolComputing #ClassicComputers #RetroHardware #TechNostalgia #80sComputers #90sComputers

Retrogamer GenX

@retrogamergenx.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Inside the Spectrum: How Sinclair Changed Home Computing Forever - Full Documentary YouTube video by Retrogamer Gen X

Hey all. Here is my newest documentary about Sir Clive Sinclair and his awesome budget ZX computers, the ZX80, ZX81, and ZX Spectrum; and his other products he invented as well.
#zxspectrum #zx80 #zx81 #sinclair #clivesinclair #retrogaming #classiccomputers #retrotech
youtu.be/413HRRx1X5o

GenerationAmiga.com

@generationamiga.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

The Drean Commodore 64 story: how Argentina built its own C64 In the early 80s, the Commodore 64 was spreading across the world at an astonishing pace, becoming the home computer that introduced millions of people to pro

The Drean Commodore 64 story: how Argentina built its own C64 www.generationamiga.com/2026/02/17/t... #Commodore64 #C64 #RetroComputing #VintageComputers #RetroTech #HomeComputing #ComputerHistory #RetroGaming #TechHistory #Drean #8Bit #ClassicComputers #RetroCollectors #ComputingHistory

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 month ago

VCF SoCal 2026 - The Oasis BBS VCF SoCal 2026 lands in Orange, CA Feb 14-15 with exhibits, talks, vendors, and consignment deals at Hotel Fera.

VCF SoCal 2026 is this weekend, Feb 14th - 15th.

#VCFSoCal #VCFSoCal2026 #VintageComputerFestival #RetroComputing #ClassicComputers #ComputerHistory #VintageComputing #RetroTech #RetroGaming #Commodore64 #AppleII #FujiNet

theoasisbbs.com/events/vcf-s...

Retrogamer GenX

@retrogamergenx.bsky.social

1 month ago

I Imported a Sony HitBit 101 MSX Computer… and It’s Completely Dead (You Decide What Happens Next) YouTube video by Retrogamer Gen X

Hey guys, I finally got around to making the video on the Sony HitBit 101 MSX computer I got from Japan. Let's take a look at it and see what's wrong with it.
#retrogames #msx #sony #sonyhibit #classiccomputers #oldtech #1980s #japanesegames #japanesecomputers #hardoff
youtu.be/fnmI6pglnAI

jit

@jit06.bsky.social

3 months ago

Pimped Amiga 500 Discover how I restored and upgraded my Amiga 500, installed Workbench 1.3, essential tools, games, and customizations. Step-by-step guide with screenshots and configuration examples for enthusiasts.

Restoring a classic Amiga 500! From Workbench 1.3 setup to essential tools, games, and custom tweaks — complete step-by-step guide with screenshots and configs.
#Amiga500 #RetroComputing #Workbench13 #ClassicComputers #AmigaRestoration #RetroTech #VintageComputing
www.pimyretro.org/pimped-amiga...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

6 months ago

Building a Mister Amiga 3000 - The Oasis BBS Wolfgang transforms a broken Amiga 3000 into a fully functional Mister Amiga 3000 with modern I/O and classic looks.

Building a Mister Amiga 3000
#MisterFPGA #Amiga3000 #RetroComputing #FPGA #DIYTech #ClassicComputers #RETROistheNewBlack

theoasisbbs.com/building-a-m...

Retrogamer GenX

@retrogamergenx.bsky.social

8 months ago

A Look At GEOS - An 8-Bit GUI OS that will BLOW Your MIND! YouTube video by Retrogamer Gen X

GEOS , the first GUI OS I used on a C64 back in the 80's. Amazing what this lil' operating system could do on an 8 bit computer with only 64k. youtu.be/M0BhV-C03-A
#GEOS #Commodore64 #RetroComputing #VintageTech #OperatingSystem #C64 #ComputerHistory #OldSchoolCool #Nostalgia #ClassicComputers

Rippal

@rippal0.bsky.social

10 months ago

Sony released the Sony HitBit HB-F1 series in 1986, which was part of the MSX2 line of personal computers.
It had Metal Gear – The original game #1980sTech#SonyComputers #RetroComputing #ClassicComputers #OldSchoolTech

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

11 months ago

Will This 1996 CyberVision 64/3D Graphics Card Still Work? - The Oasis BBS Chris Edwards tests the rare CyberVision 64/3D graphics card from 1996 in several Amiga computers. Watch to see if this vintage hardware still works.

Will This 1996 CyberVision 64/3D Graphics Card Still Work?
#Amiga #RetroComputing #VintageHardware #CyberVision64 #AmigaGraphics #CV64 #Phase5 #RetroTech #ClassicComputers

theoasisbbs.com/will-this-19...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

11 months ago

Amiga 1200 Case & Keycaps Build – Will It Go Smoothly? - The Oasis BBS Mike tackles the A1200.net Amiga 1200 Case and Keycaps in a full Amiga 1200 rebuild! Will it be a seamless upgrade or a bumpy ride? Watch and find out!

Amiga 1200 Case & Keycaps Build – Will It Go Smoothly?
#Amiga1200 #Commodore #RetroComputing #AmigaUpgrade #A1200Net #MikeCorner #ClassicComputers #amigacase #amigakeycaps

theoasisbbs.com/amiga-1200-c...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

Restoring Three Amiga 3000s – A Deep Dive with Chris Edwards - The Oasis BBS Join Chris Edwards as he works through the challenges of reviving three non-working Amiga 3000s. From diagnosing major issues to swapping motherboards, this episode is packed with vintage computing re...

Restoring Three Amiga 3000s – A Deep Dive with Chris Edwards
#Amiga3000 #RetroComputing #ChrisEdwardsRestoration #VintageHardware #AmigaRestoration #RetroTech #ClassicComputers #TechRepair #AmigaForever

theoasisbbs.com/restoring-th...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

The Stubborn Commodore 64: Triple Freedom’s Latest Repair Challenge - The Oasis BBS Triple Freedom takes on a black-screen Commodore 64 with a burning chip and no video. What starts as a simple fix turns into a full-blown restoration adventure!

The Stubborn Commodore 64: Triple Freedom’s Latest Repair Challenge
#Commodore64 #RetroComputing #C64 #TechRepair #VintageHardware #TripleFreedom #RetroTech #Restoration #ClassicComputers

theoasisbbs.com/the-stubborn...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

Restoring an Amiga 3000: How Bad Is the Damage? - The Oasis BBS Retronaut takes on an Amiga 3000 restoration project, examining the extent of battery damage and determining whether this legendary machine can be revived. Watch as he strips it down, tests its functi...

Restoring an Amiga 3000: How Bad Is the Damage?
#Amiga #RetroComputing #ComputerRestoration #Amiga3000 #VintageTech #RetroRepair #ClassicComputers

theoasisbbs.com/restoring-an...

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

Amiga 1000 Reborn Again – Part 8 - The Oasis BBS GadgetUK returns with Part 8 of the GBA1000 rebuild series, thanking Conrad Larsen and Stefan Skotte for their invaluable contributions. Are we finally nearing the finish line?

Amiga 1000 Reborn Again – Part 8
#GBA1000 #Amiga #RetroComputing #PCBRebuild #GadgetUK #ClassicComputers #HardwareRestoration

theoasisbbs.com/amiga-1000-r...

Mallory 🏳️‍⚧️🇳🇱🇨🇦🇺🇦❤️🤍🩷

@mallod.bsky.social

1 year ago

Rate my setup

#VintageComputing #VintageTech #RetroComputing #ClassicComputers #RetroGaming #OldSchoolComputing #90sComputers #DOSGaming #MSDOS #PentiumEra #RetroTech #VintageHardware #FloppyDisks #CRTMonitors #PCGamingHistory #ComputerHistory #OldSchoolTech #TechNostalgia #HomeComputers

Free Geek of Chicago 💾📀👾

@freegeekchicago.bsky.social

1 year ago

It's National Retro Day! So come on in and take a look at our retro selection freegeekchi.org #classiccomputers #retrocomputing #retrocomputer #retrocomputers #vintagecomputers #vintagecomputing #classiccomputing #vintagecomputer #retrogaming #classiccomputer

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

Revisiting Amiga Format: A Look Back at the Classic Amiga Magazine - The Oasis BBS The Retro Collective revisits Amiga Format, the magazine that introduced a generation to 16-bit computing. A look back at its impact and later years.

Revisiting Amiga Format: A Look Back at the Classic Amiga Magazine
#Amiga #RetroComputing #AmigaFormat #ClassicComputers #RetroGaming #TechHistory

theoasisbbs.com/revisiting-a...

Andrew Dorey

@andrewdorey.bsky.social

1 year ago

Two Atari ST computers.

Two more computers in need of restoration. An Atari 520STFM and a 1040STFM. Apparently the 520 works and the 1040 doesn’t. Both rattle and have cracks in the cases which isn’t a good start.

#AtariST #RetroComputing #VintageTech #ClassicComputers #RetroHardware #RestorationProject #80sComputers

The Oasis BBS

@theoasisbbs.bsky.social

1 year ago

Restoring a Rare Commodore 64C: Recapping, Cleaning, and Future-Proofing for Christmas - The Oasis BBS Join Jan Beta as he restores a rare Commodore 64C, recapping the board, adding heat sinks, and cleaning the system to future-proof it.

Restoring a Rare Commodore 64C: Recapping, Cleaning, and Future-Proofing for Christmas
#C64 #Commodore64C #C64Restoration #RetroGaming #VintageComputers #C64Repair #Recapping #RetroComputing #DIYRestoration #ClassicComputers #RetroTech #C64Shortboard #FutureProofing

theoasisbbs.com/restoring-a-...

Retro Techie

@retrotechie.bsky.social

1 year ago

Watch the shocking conclusion of Tandy Bear Christmas! Were they naught or nice? Will they all get what was on their Christmas list?
🏷️ #RetroTech #80sComputers #VintageElectronics #TandyComputer #OldSchoolTech #TechNostalgia #ClassicComputers #RetroGadgets #BackToThe80s

Retro Techie

@retrotechie.bsky.social

1 year ago

Let's kick off the holiday season with the first part of a Tandy Bear Christmas! 🎄 This ran in Radio Shack stores on Tandy computer for the 1987 holiday season.
🏷️ #RetroTech #80sComputers #VintageElectronics #TandyComputer #OldSchoolTech #TechNostalgia #ClassicComputers

Silverfur

@silverfurwerewolf.bsky.social

1 year ago

My Apple IIe working with it's new VGA Video Card. Love retrotech. #appleIIe #classiccomputers