C64 Mini: 25 Modern Games in New Limited Edition
▼ Summary
– The Black Edition includes the C64 Mini computer, a USB joystick, power and HDMI cables, and manual, but no AC adapter.
– It is half the size of the original with a non-functional keyboard, but supports external keyboards and a second joystick via USB ports.
– Games display in 720p with pixel-perfect or 4:3 aspect ratios, optional scanlines, and four save slots per game.
– The Black Edition comes with 25 new modern games preloaded, in addition to the original 64 classic games.
– Additional games can be loaded onto the device via USB stick, with many modern C64 homebrew titles available on itch.io.
The C64 Mini Black Edition offers a nostalgic yet modern gaming experience, bundling everything needed to dive into retro entertainment right out of the box. Included with this compact unit are a classic-style USB joystick, a USB power cable, an HDMI cable for easy connectivity, and a straightforward instruction manual. While an AC adapter isn’t provided, powering the device is simple, just use any standard USB wall charger or plug it directly into a USB port on your television.
Measuring roughly half the size of the original Commodore 64, the C64 Mini features a non-functional decorative keyboard for that authentic look. For users interested in programming or loading additional games, plugging any standard USB keyboard into the second USB port enables access to the BASIC interpreter and supports booting titles from a USB stick. Multiplayer sessions are also supported by connecting a second joystick; the Hyperkin Trooper, priced around $18, serves as a reliable and affordable option.
Games on the C64 Mini are displayed in crisp 720p resolution, with options for pixel-perfect or original 4:3 aspect ratios. For those wanting to recreate the vintage feel of a CRT monitor, a scanline filter can be activated. Each of the preloaded games includes four save slots, allowing players to save their progress at any moment during gameplay.
Below is the complete lineup of modern Commodore 64 games featured in the Black Edition. Prices listed reflect current amounts on itch.io, with unpriced titles available as free downloads. Keep in mind that these 25 new additions accompany the original 64 classic games already included.
25 New Games:
- A Pig Quest ($11.61)
- Caren and the Tangled Tentacles (~$80, Physical)
- Galencia ($5)
- Good Kniight ($4)
- Grid Pix ($2)
- Guns ‘N’ Ghosts ($3)
- Hessian ($2)
- Hunter’s Moon Remastered ($5)
- It’s Magic 2 ($2.22)
- Joe Gunn: Gold Edition
- Metal Warrior Ultra ($11)
- Millie & Molly ($2)
- Nixy and the Seeds of Doom
- Ooze: The Escape
- p0 Snake
- Pains ‘N’ Aches ($5)
- Planet Golf (~$43, Physical)
- Rocky Memphis: The Legend of Atlantis ($5)
- Runn ‘N’ Gunn ($2)
- Sam’s Journey ($24)
- Shadow Switcher
- Spinning Image
- Steel Ranger ($5)
- Yeti Mountain ($9)
For those eager to expand their library, itch.io hosts a wide selection of modern C64 homebrew titles. Purchasing a ROM from itch.io or another trusted source allows easy loading onto the C64 Mini using a USB drive.
To explore the full roster of classic 1980s games included with the system, take a look at the original C64 Mini listing.
(Source: Gamespot)