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Unforgettable… and incredible Amiga

Hold on tight, because we’re about to crank up the volume and transport you to the golden age of Amiga sound!

Battle Squadron and Hybris aren’t just games—they’re musical experiences that will forever live in your head. Featuring the legendary Ron Klaren and the unforgettable Paul van der Valk, these soundtracks are the defining moments of 16-bit music!!

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Retro Game Days 2023

Pure retro nostalgia was to be found at this year Retro Game Days held at Vejle Bibliotekerne in Denmark. If you were a youngster or part of the older segment of the population the event was sure to match you up with a cool retrogame from the past.

The Retro Game Days 2023 event also had several speakers including myself to talk on how to go about game development and later on a panel discussion on the past and future challengers in game development viewed within a social and economic context.

Battle Squadron talk on development and showcasing the game.

Panel discussion with Allan Christophersen, Kenneth Ellested, Kim Bach Petersen, and Torben Bakager

There was almost everything at the event although main focus was retro game consols like famous Atari from the 1970ties until the 1980ties.

More info on future retro events at Vejlebibliotekerne:

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Amiga VS Sega Megadrive

Welcome to the ultimate 16-bit showdown:

The skies are calling, and it’s time to choose your side!!

In this head-to-head challenge, we’re pitting the Amiga Computer and Sega Megadrive against each other in an all-out aerial assault with the action-packed Battle Squadron and Sword of Sodan. But who will reign supreme? The Amiga, known for its incredible power and graphical prowess, or the Sega Megadrive, the console that defined a generation of gamers?

Battle Squadron on Amiga:

  • Visual Glory: The Amiga doesn’t just play games—it shows them. With its powerhouse graphics chipset and advanced visual effects, Battle Squadron on the Amiga will drop you into the heart of battle with lush, colorful backgrounds, hyper-detailed enemies, and explosive special effects. Prepare for some of the smoothest scrolling and pixel-perfect designs that will make your jaw drop.
  • Soundtrack of Legends: The Amiga’s custom audio chips are a marvel of their time. Feel the heart-pounding intensity of Battle Squadron’s soundtrack, a symphony of sound that perfectly accompanies the intense dogfights. The sound effects and music, rich and atmospheric, will keep you locked in the action and elevate the experience beyond just a game—it’s an auditory adventure.
  • A True Powerhouse: With its advanced custom coprocessors and CPU, the Amiga offers a fluid and responsive gameplay experience. You’ll encounter minimal slowdown, even in the heat of battle. It’s a system built to show off what 16-bit computing can do—and Battle Squadron delivers on that promise in every pixel.
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