It’s a fun project, which allows one to use the C64’s charming retro graphics to interface with an Arduino-based project. Connection is achieved at 2400bps over the user port, which is plenty ...

The keyboard will also be replaced at some later point, and items like the joystick ports were salvaged from an old C64 rather than purchased brand new. None of which are fundamental problems ...

Meanwhile, the final code consisted of about 2,500 lines of 6502 assembly, stored on a cartridge that fitted in the C64’s expansion port. This code was handled by the mighty 1 MHz 8-bit MOS 6510 ...

After its excellent The C64 Mini and The A500 Mini consoles proved ... Indeed, there are five USB ports in total, so you can also attach your own separate keyboard or alternative gamepads, and ...