Marco1019

Just so you guys don't think I'm dead (because of no posts lately) -- although I'm sure @MaximumRD would respectfully report on it if I was, there's a new project I've been working on.  Restoration of a 2003 Subaru.  It's got a water leak (which makes it smell bad), and needs some engine work.  But I'm having FUN with it.  My father was an auto mechanic.  It feels good to get the hands dirty.

AND...I got a NEW JOB!  I start next week.  Should be lower stress.  I hope. 

I thought I would be able to return sooner but that didn’t happen due to all of the non-gaming stuff which consumed my daily schedule. I then decided that I wouldn’t return until I was sure I could do so without rescheduling/canceling.

Life has slowed down to where I can return to retro gaming and return to Twitch with a new episode of Retro With Marco! I hope you will join me this Tuesday, October 15 at 9pm ET / 6pm PT when I will have the following:

- High score and speedrun shoutouts

- The Toshiba Pasopia & the recent tape dumps

- A quick look at Arkandenoid for the C64

My plan for the show is to return to the bi-weekly schedule but I will keep everyone updated here, on Discord, and on other social media.

https://twitch.tv/retrowithmarco

See you then!

A looming programming change:

I will be moving Retro With Marco to every other Tuesday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT. This is for non-gaming reasons as my Wednesdays won't be providing as much flexibility as my Tuesdays. I'm also hoping that starting an hour earlier will also draw a few more viewers.

As of now, Episode 15 is slated for June 19. I'll make an announcement once my programming change is official.

It's always when you least expect it / don't plan for it...

I got in some MAME Punch-Out before I had to step out for dinner. I ended up with a new PB of 1.4MM. I reached Fight #50, something I hadn't accomplished in 3 decades. Go figure.

@Greyfox's new book "Atari: A Visual History" is going strong on Kickstarter! 

I need new controllers. I'm open to all suggestions.

🕹️ Pulled out that old Omnivision®️ today

I need new controllers. I'm open to all suggestions.

I need new controllers. I'm open to all suggestions.

Super Mario World ported to C64:

https://www.vintageisthenewold.com/super-mario-bros-for-c64-released-grab-your-copy-quick-while-its-still-available/

Dan Salvato wondered if the "Minus World" glitch was possible. Check out the result:

https://twitter.com/dansalvato/status/1119074505702293504

A few more Pac-Man 8K attempts as I'm going for 150K before the deadline.

Armando Gonzalez has reclaimed the WR for Galaga (Tournament Settings) with a score of 9,525,700! The record run took place earlier in the week but I just learned about it earlier today. Gonzalez topped Mike Thompson's record of 6,679,190 set back in February.

🤔 If you could change ONE thing about 2600 Pac-Man what would it be?

⏰ Today is our FINAL DAY for our Atari ST Squad Challenge! Tomorrow we start something new.

💬 Wednesday Night Atari Chat right here in the chat room every Weds night! See you there!