The world’s most iconic 8-bit computer is back, and darker than ever. THEC64 mini – Black Edition is out now, bringing with it a curated library of modern C64 masterpieces and a bold matte-and-gloss black finish that redefines what retro can look and feel like.
Developed by Retro Games Ltd. (RGL) in partnership with PLAION REPLAI, this limited-edition reimagining of the Commodore 64 isn’t just a piece of nostalgia – it’s a living celebration of the fans and developers who never stopped coding for the machine that launched a generation of creators.
“This isn’t a throwback, it’s a continuation,” said Paul Andrews, Managing Director at RGL. “The Black Edition celebrates the energy of a community that kept making, experimenting, and innovating long after the commercial era ended. It’s proof that creativity on the C64 never died.”
FROM BEDROOM CODERS TO MODERN MASTERS:
When the Commodore 64 debuted in 1982, it turned millions into makers. Decades later, that same spirit still drives a global homebrew scene incorporating a vibrant DIY community building new games for old hardware.
THEC64 mini – Black Edition unites that scene in one definitive collection – 25 pre-installed hand-picked Neo-Retro games created by some of the most talented contemporary C64 developers.
Highlights include:
- Sam’s Journey: Platforming brilliance from Knights of Bytes (98% Zzap! Sizzler)
- A Pig Quest: 2023’s critically acclaimed adventure from Piggy 18 Team (96% Zzap! Gold Medal)
- Hessian: Cyberpunk action from Covert BitOps (93% Zzap! Sizzler)
- Knight ’N’ Grail, Steel Ranger, Galencia and more – games that prove the C64 is still inspiring new worlds
BACK IN BLACK – A CELEBRATION OF CREATIVITY AND CULTURE:
The Back In Black campaign honours the underground aesthetic and raw creativity of the modern C64 scene. With its sleek black styling, plug-and-play HDMI, four save-slots per game, and a micro-switched USB joystick, this edition is built for collectors, coders, and newcomers alike. This new machine is authentic, modern, and unapologetically retro.
AVAILABLE NOW:
THEC64 mini – Black Edition priced at $189.95 RRP, available through leading retailers worldwide.
