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Video Interview with Andreas Garbe

It's time for a look into our archives and this time we're happy to welcome Andreas Garbe.Andreas is an acclaimed videogame journalist working for the german public sector television network ZDF and you also might know him from 3sat Kulturzeit.

Posted by Nafcom on Feb 05, 2022 // Read more »

Video Interview with Andreas Escher

It's time for a look into our archives. - a talk with Andreas Escher (Rainbow Arts): Working since the 80s in the German game industry, he's a pioneering graphic artist responsible for C64 gems like Katakis or Turrican and many more on various home computers and consoles of that era. Get ready for some insights and stories about his time at Rainbow Arts... Enjoy!

Posted by Nafcom on Jan 30, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #132 - Netlabels with Simon Carless

Simon Carless is a former Amiga musician and founder/owner of the Monotonik netlabel, which rose to prominence in the late '90s and early '00s. Joerg and guest co-host Martin Wisniowski pick his brain about this unique time in the development of the internet, independent labels, and music distribution. (Interview begins at 19:15)

Posted by Derision on Jan 22, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #131 - Robert Mruczek

Robert Mruczek is the former head referee of Twin Galaxies and knows a thing or two about high scores! Joerg and AJ sit down and talk to him about his history in gaming, the controversies surrounding Twin Galaxies, and a host of other topics. (interview begins at 15:00)

Posted by Derision on Jan 09, 2022 // Read more »

Merman is back with another unboxing video! Soulless 2!

This time he takes a close look at the Collector's edition of Soulless 2 - The Armour Of Gods by Psytronik. The Collector's Edition includes the game disk, soundtrack CD, poster and more. An essential purchase for your good old homecomputer!

Posted by Nafcom on Dec 23, 2021 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #130 - The A500 Mini with Darren Melbourne and Chris Smith

Darren Melbourne returns to the podcast - 5 years after, this time with Retro Games' CTO Chris Smith, they are talking about the upcoming A500 Mini. I this episode, they talk about the rocky way of getting this onto the road and what it means for the Amiga scene and the Amiga competitive gaming scene, as well. Interview starts at 05:55 Minutes

Posted by Nafcom on Dec 18, 2021 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #129 - Mike Witschi (Naomi Sample of Musikfladen)

In our brandnew episode we're happy to welcome Naomi Sample - a true chiptune veteran! Get to know some insights about producing music for C64, Game Boy and other consoles. Interview starts at 04:53 Minutes

Posted by Nafcom on Dec 12, 2021 // Read more »

Merman unboxes the Founders Edition of the new Evercade VS Console

After launching the handheld in 2020, Blaze Entertainment have now redesigned the Evercade to be a home console - with four USB controller ports allowing for multiplayer. All existing Evercade cartridges will work with the new console (except the Namco Collections due to licensing issues).

Posted by Nafcom on Dec 08, 2021 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #128 - Gunnar von Boehn (Apollo Team)

In our new episode we welcome Gunnar Vonn Boehn from the one and only Apollo Team. They are known for their stellar Vampire cards which are a must for every Amiga fan. Interview starts at 37:38 Minutes

Posted by Nafcom on Nov 30, 2021 // Read more »

Look At Gameplay - Ruin Raiders

AJ is back to review the game Ruin Raiders - a turn-based tactical roguelike by the OverPowered Team, published by Freedom Games .

Posted by Nafcom on Nov 27, 2021 // Read more »