31st October 2024
Mercury blobs in an executive toy from 1978. One of the last examples of its use in a toy before restrictions were applied.
#retro #gaming #retrogaming #toys
30th October 2024
Early Access: Inspecting and fixing the Arcadia Super Select System
A head scratcher, but we got to the bottom of it in the end and made great progress in finding a cabinet for the project.
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30th October 2024
The Cave is open this Saturday - Get your retro gaming fix with dozens of classic computer and video games systems from the past, browse the extensive magazine library, or soak in the nostalgia of our recreation '80s video game shop!
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29th October 2024
The MultiPi JAMMA with rails to fit in an arcade cab is the business. @RichRap3D has been showing me all the extra protection added to this board that you won’t find on cheaper alternatives.
Video: https://t.co/n7DthE5CQi
Shop:
28th October 2024
New Video: https://t.co/n7DthE5CQi
Richard shows us a new retro gaming console and JAMMA arcade board. Taking Pi integration to the next level for retro gamers.
You can find it at
27th October 2024
Exploring @IdentityDisc collection of games at our @MikeDiver event today!
23rd October 2024
Arcadia lives! But not before some serious head scratching, sleuthing and patching up. Tomorrow we collect a cabinet from @TimewarpArcade in which to bring it all together.
@therealh0ffman fancy hacking Cecconoid onto a ROM so we have something decent to play??
#amiga #arcade
23rd October 2024
Early Access: Patrons are now enjoying a Show & Tell with @richrap3d about the new Heber MultiPi and MultiPi JAMMA (as well as a few teasers).
Both are available now at https://t.co/4pRSF5zKyF
Join https://t.co/TWTSyhp14e to watch now
#gaming #retrogaming #raspberrypi
23rd October 2024
The full Richard Costello interview is now live on @the_dev_den and it's Jason's first upload!
Please enjoy the fascinating stories from Richard and give Jason a sub for more Dev2Dev chats in future.
21st October 2024
Setting up to film in the workshop for the Arcadia inspection and power up.
Exciting news…a cabinet has been sourced for the project.
18th October 2024
It’s time to up the ante!
If you win the highly collectible A520 auction for charity I will throw in this very desirable mug to go with it.
You know you want it.
https://t.co/IZxdc8Yjml
All proceeds go to @morefunmakingit charity drive
18th October 2024
New Video: https://t.co/uc3exZd2FX
What mysteries are hidden on this 1988 Atari Mega ST which belonged to game dev Richard Costello?
Includes #Retro Computers, Judo and unreleased games!
Watch now!
18th October 2024
The Cave is open this Saturday for visitors. Step inside and try out all of the machines seen on the channel.
Tickets are available at https://t.co/OMcRJAGod1
We're located in Stroud, Gloucestershire.
16th October 2024
Testing out @Heber_Limited new MultiPi console with some Dreamcast classics. Impressive!
Tinkering with the JAMMA version next and then I’ll ask @RichRap3D to tell us all about them.
16th October 2024
Did you ever buy a Pocket Power Collection budget game? They were a little old, a little janky, but when it’s all my pocket money could stretch to I remember rinsing whatever gameplay I could out of them.
After I’d cut my hands opening them.
15th October 2024
Early Access: What secrets are on this old game developers Atari Mega ST? We probe, poke and undelete until we uncover a real treat!
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14th October 2024
Thanks to Henry for this addition to my old bag collection.
Its a @WHSmith record department bag *swoon*
10th October 2024
This was the first software I ever owned, bundled with the Amstrad CPC 464.
The quality of some of it was questionable but it kept me entertained through Christmas.
What was your first?
9th October 2024
Imagine getting an Arcadia Super Select System for Christmas!
9th October 2024
New Video: https://t.co/9bSxsQzh8k
In 1987 Mastertronic offshoot Arcadia Systems created an arcade machine with an Amiga at its heart. We've managed to get hold of a rare example, so lets give it the full Trash to Treasure treatment!
#retro #amiga #commodore #retrogames #arcade
7th October 2024
I do love a bit of video game archaeology. Lots to scan and research for the next episode.
7th October 2024
Retro Event: From Coin-Ops to Tabletops!
Explore The Cave's collection of electronic tabletop games and arcade games in the Arcade Archive , and then enjoy a special talk by @mikediver about tabletop games and his book about them.
Date: 27th Oct.
Book now
4th October 2024
Early Access: I'm back! And today I take delivery of a rare Arcadia Super Select System. Let's check it out and learn about its history while we do.
Support the channel and museum and enjoy early access at https://t.co/TWTSyhp14e
#amiga #arcade #commodore #retro #retrogaming
2nd October 2024
Now in stock: Memories of Firebird - A brilliant insight into Firebird Software by Richard C Hewison
Link:
30th September 2024
Who can guess what I'm restoring in the next Trash to Treasure series? 🤔
30th September 2024
Murder gloves - check
Camera - check
Hello Cave Dwellers, I missed you!
27th September 2024
Parental leave is officially over, I’ll dust off the camera on Monday and start work on a VERY exciting Amiga arrival.
It’s time to get back, to The Cave!
24th September 2024
I came across this news in an issue of New Computer Express and was delighted to find the episode did air.
Here you can watch Arthur C Clarke get terribly excited about his Amiga 2000 and "black holes" in a Mandelbrot set
21st September 2024
Official #Sega wireless charging mats are now in stock at https://t.co/6q7rm611lx and in our museum gift shop.
To charge this good takes....not very long with a 10w fast charge, over-temperature circuit protection and a sleek, compact design with non-slip rubber.
#Retro #Gifts
13th September 2024
Everything is going well and I plan to return to The Cave from 30th September and start making videos again.
Thanks for your patience and support everyone.
Here is some bonus content I made today.
10th September 2024
A new @DID_Ltd_ account has appeared, website and YouTube channel.
Will we see fresh new cutting edge sims worthy of the legacy?
Hopes, high
Expectations…realistic
5th September 2024
Does it have a 5.25” or a 3.5” disk drive?
Yes.
The Teac FD-505 has you covered.
4th September 2024
A lovely selection of pin badges from an old video game shop. These will make a lovely display in the museum. I especially like the Wing Commander and Microprose pins.
#RETROGAMING
3rd September 2024
The bank issued me a new pin of 0000!
Changed now of course, but I might have to do the lottery now.
31st August 2024
Firebird! The software publishing arm of British Telecom. Why shell out on cover art when you can use a screenshot? I really liked this approach and it was easier to see than small screenshots others had on the back of the cassette, if they showed any at all.
25th August 2024
A pleasure to pop into The Cave to see Richard Costello today. He signed my Amiga Mortal Kombat which he ported and we had a chance to try the unreleased Ramrod game on the Atari ST.
I filmed an interview for @The_Dev_Den which will be available soon
25th August 2024
Did anyone else get hooked on Viper Racing (1998)?
It was the suspension view that did it for me, watching the wheels act independently as I tried to hit the racing line and cut corners. A really tricky but rewarding game.
19th August 2024
Saturday is looking like a quiet day this weekend, with a very busy Sunday, so if you want to enjoy The Cave in a more relaxed atmosphere then Saturday is perfect for you!
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16th August 2024
Amiga Format Issue 1 - ÂŁ11 on eBay- the bargains are still out there. This was listed as August 1989 instead of Issue 1 so went unnoticed
7th August 2024
Tank Stands are now shipping.
Please complete your manual handling course before arrival.
1st August 2024
While these CRT stands are designed for micros, they work well with consoles too.
Measurements are on the product page.
Buy here:
