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Feb 12, 2026

The Commodore 64 stole the spotlight but THIS was the real legend #VIC20 #Commodore #RetroGaming

Everyone talks about the Commodore 64, but for many of us, the Commodore VIC-20 was the machine that actually brought computing into our living rooms. Today we’re dusting off the "Wonder Computer" to play a cartridge classic: Choplifter.No loading times—just the satisfying click of a power switch and a trusty Atari 2600 joystick.👇 ABOUT FLOPPY DEEP DIVE 👇 Hey, it's Tom from Texas! Floppy

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Feb 10, 2026

C64 vs Atari 800XL: The 8-Bit Bruce Lee Showdown!

Can you spot the difference? We’re putting the legendary Bruce Lee by Datasoft to the test on the Commodore 64 and the Atari 800XL.This is a "flippy" floppy—Side A for the #C64 and Side B for the #Atari! Watch as Bruce takes out the Green Yamo and the Ninja. The Atari has vibrant colors, but those C64 sound effects are pure nostalgia.Which 8-bit version wins for you? #Shorts #YouTubeShorts #Re

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Feb 09, 2026

Unboxing Defender (1983): Sealed for 43 Years!

They say some things are better left sealed... but I disagree. ✂️📦I’m cracking open a pristine, sealed copy of Defender for the Texas Instruments TI-99/4A. It’s been sitting in this yellow Atarisoft box since 1983, complete with the original "4 for $10" blowout sticker.The "clunk" of a fresh cartridge in the TI-99 side slot is a core memory unlocked.The Debate: Are you "Team Sealed" (ke

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Feb 08, 2026

He-Man on Intellivision: The Power of 1983 #retrogaming #intellivision #heman

They say a new He-Man movie is coming this summer... but for those of us who grew up in the 80s? We’ve been the Masters of the Universe since 1983.This game hit shelves the exact same month the legendary Filmation cartoon first aired on TV. We were the first generation of gamers, and in the fall of '83, Eternia was everywhere.I'm showing off the original box, the manual, and those iconic control

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Feb 07, 2026

Airborne Ranger (1987): The First Tactical Shooter? #retrogaming #c64 #retro

Before Call of Duty, we had this. 🪖🕹️MicroProse didn't just release a game in 1987; they released a full military simulation on 64KB of RAM.I’m unboxing Airborne Ranger—complete with the legendary Keyboard Overlay. If you lost that strip of paper, you were flying blind! From the permadeath roster to the stress of the supply pods, this game was intense.The Question: Did you try to be a

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Feb 06, 2026

The Hardest Pilot Game of 1983? #c64 #retrogaming #retro

If you had a Commodore 64 in 1983, you didn't just play this game... you survived it. ✈️🕹️I’m digging out the original Blue Max big box, the floppy, and the cassette tape to honor this Synapse Software classic. From the bombing runs to the isometric graphics, it was a masterpiece. But we need to talk about that difficulty.The real question: Could you actually land the plane to refuel, o

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Floppy of the Day: SUPER Cycle! 🕹️ Relive the 80s with me as I face off against my 14-year-old self in Super Cycle! This game was ahead of its time, saving high scores and fueling endless competition. Can you beat your best from 1986? 🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/hyWWLxplzUY
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Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🦃 Today, I’m reflecting on how grateful I am for the past four years of creating videos about something I’m truly passionate about: retro computers, retro games, and the joy of collecting them! None of this would be possible without all of you—thank you for being part of this amazing journey. Your support means the world to me, and I can’t wait to see where we go from here! #retrogaming #c64 #commodore64
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Retro deal or dud? I picked up this lot today for $120, which is $5.45 a game. What do you think? #c64 #commodore64 #c64c #c128 #c64games #commodore64games #retrogame #retrogames #retrogamer #retrogamers #retrogaming #retro #homecomputers #retrocomputer #instapic #atari #atari800xl #appleii #videogames #classicgames #classicgaming #classicgamer #vintagegaming #atari2600 #arcadegames #nintendo #sega #intellivision #colecovision
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I saw the picture in my old Elementary Annual from 1984 (40 years ago) in 6th grade. This was the first computer I used before getting my C64 at home. I believe it's the TRS-80 Model III by Tandy/Radio Shack. I remember playing Popeye and Miner 2049er on it in the library. #retrocomputers #retrogaming #trs80 #radioshack #tandy #vintagecomputer #retrocomputer
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🕹️ Check out the latest What’s on the Floppy? video! Today, we’re diving into The Fall Guy on the Commodore 64. This one brings back some serious ‘80s memories with its classic gameplay. Come along as I explore what’s loaded on this floppy—no emulators, just pure retro hardware! 🎮 🔗 Watch here: youtu.be/W0-Vwn87I1s #C64 #Commodore64 #RetroGaming #80sGaming #c64reposts
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My latest retro poster addition! How many games can you name? Get one for yourself by joining my Patreon. patreon.com/floppydeepdive… #c64 #retrogaming #retrogames #c64reposts #atari #retrogamer #nes
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Just discovered a secret compartment in my C64… Who knew?! 😂 #c64 #commodore64 #retrocomputer #vintagecomputer
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🕹️ Tonight's Floppy Deep Dive: Taking to the skies with Gunship (1986) on the C64! 🚁 Ranked #2 in my all-time Top Helicopter Games on the Commodore 64! Do you agree with this pick? Did you pilot this classic back in the day? 💥 🎬 Watch the full ranking and dive into the action here: https://youtu.be/c-1I16I_h04 #c64repost #commodore64 #retrogaming #retrogamer #retrogames
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🕹️ "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" meets Commodore 64! 💾 Join me as I dive into The Ilearth Stone on my trusty C64, showing you what retro gaming is all about. If you’re into vintage computers, floppy disks, and a blast from the past with one of the most iconic heroes of the '80s, you don’t want to miss this! 🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/jh9GTLWv-5E #commodore64 #heman #c64 #retorgaming #retrogames
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Working on my next video. How about some Apple IIe Green Screen love! Sierra Online Apple Cider Spider (1983). Did you play? #appleii #sierraonline #RETROGAMING #retrogames #retrogamer #appleciderspider
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🚨 New Video Alert! 🚨 The epic C64 vs Atari showdown continues with games starting with the letter "I"! 🎮 Which system do YOU think takes the crown this time? Watch now: https://youtu.be/YyyHmwkEEcc 🕹️ #c64reposts #commodore64 #retrogaming #Atari #Atari800XL #RetroGames #RetroGamer 💬 Drop a comment with your favorite game or memories from these systems!
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Just set up my Atari 2600 and played one of my favorite games, Adventure! 🕹️ Nothing beats the retro vibes of classic gaming. Check it out and relive the 8-bit magic with a little Eddie Money in the background! #Atari2600 #RetroGaming #AdventureGame #GamingThrowback #80sVibes #Atari #retrogamer #retrogames
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