The Commander X16 has finally arrived!

Support The 8-Bit Guy on Patreon:

You can SEE the GoFundMe here, but it has been closed down:

However, you can still make donations to the X16 fund on using my website:

Visit the official Commander X16 website here:

Visit the Commander X16 Facebook Group here:

DISCORD:
Unfortunately the discord channel is by invite-only at this point for serious software developers.

00:00-Introduction
03:25-BASIC overview
09:59-Memory Map
10:30-Video Features
13:20-Sound/Music Features
15:41-Motherboard overview
19:37-Featured Games
22:59-Future Plans
24:01-Fundraiser

[Dukefazon]

I remember the video where you first talked about your dream computer, it's crazy that it has come this far. Amazing job, it's fascinating to see the evolution. I probably won't get one nor will I write anything for it (already has a ton of projects running), but it's nice to be there observing this whole idea coming to life.

[BenHeckHacks]

I got to see this at VCFMW - very cool system and glad it's finally done!

[the_kombinator]

40 years ago IBM R+D designed and created the XT computer. Cost was probably in the millions.

Today, a handful of guys do it in their basements for maye 10s of thousands. True that the use case for these machines will be limited, and have absolutely no impact on commercial activities (unlike the XT) but it is still technically impressive.

[worldofretrogameplay]

Yes! I’ve been waiting for this day to happen! I want one! As an indie game dev, I am already working on projects that I can port over to the Commander-16 - a platformer, a side-scrolling beat ‘em up AND a Graphic Text Adventure. Please thumbs up this post if you would like to see my projects on the new Commander 16.

[Wellfed]

It's amazing when a project like this is completed. I know this has to be one of your life dreams, congrats dude.

[arothfuchs]

You do incredible work. As a 57 year old IT Professional who cut their teeth on a VIC 20 and then C64 I really love your channel and look forward to getting my hands on a Commander 16! Thanks for all you do!!

[Colin_Ames]

Well done to the entire team for getting the project to this stage.

[stephenmartin]

This has got to be one of my favorite things you've done. Love it that you learn something so well that you end up designing and building your own. True mastering of your skill and knowledge

[dustinschings]

I am so glad to see the GoFundMe has surpassed the goal already within 24 hours! I can't wait to see this dream come true. Great job David and team!!

[Dinnye]

I mean not many creator would show an indie version of their dream project in the unveiling video. I know you made it open source, but... You are awesome, David!

[ZXGT]

The sound capability in particular impresses me. I can imagine masterpieces like Knuckles' Chaotix or Alien Soldier level of music being easily done on this, and more with even more channels available than a standard Mega Drive/32X.

[VestigialHead]

OMG. I am just stunned. The amount of love and dedication you must have for Commodore is just mind blowing.
I remember my C64 days with a lot of nostalgia and have played around with emulators to recreate some of it.
But you have taken this to a geeks dream. Hats of to your persistence and obvious extensive knowledge of the hardware involved.

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[Roboat]

Glad to see things have moved along nicely with the project. The inclusion of a YM2151 certainly caught my attention—the same chip that was used in many arcade games by Sega and others in the late 80s.

[Minecraft]

Awesome! I was a ZX Spectrum man, but I could definitely be persuaded into the light with the X16! Well done for your perseverance with this. I’m officially in awe!

[chaoskid]

16 channels of PSG, 8 channels of FM, and a PCM. The sound capabilities of this machine are ridiculous and I love it.

[Speccyyy]

Love seeing the progression of the X16!
Looking very promising!
Also, Green motor is a clear remix of Mega Man X2's intro stage theme song, in honor of the "green biker dude", respect for the musician!

[markm]

I remember the project. Thank goodness it’s finally done. You look real happy and I’m happy for you.

[lluehunder]

You have no idea how happy it makes me to see the finished product. 😊

[antonnym]

Thank you for all you do! I used to develop games for the TRS-80 Model I/III/IV. (I am the co-author of Games Pack 1). Now I am thinking I should investigate doing that for this project. I will take a look at the documentation and the emulator and go from there. All good wishes!

[TheSilent]

I have been watching since the beginning, and this is so exciting! Congrats to you and everybody who have been working so hard on this!