commondor 64gs

In 1982 a low cost home computer was released and achieved amazing success. The computer was called the Commodore 64.By 1990, Commodore set their attentions on the videogame console market. They followed the same concept as other computer companies (Fujitsu with the fm towns marty, and before that the amstrad gx400, and the amiga cd32). Their new system was called the Commodore 64GS (GS = Game System). This unit was just a repackaged Commodore 64 computer without a keyboard, port access (Disk drive, etc), or standard ROM chip. Cartridges were loaded through the top port, and the machine came packaged with a joystick and a couple of games to get you started.Since the console was essentially a computer in new skin, it was compatible with all existing Commodore 64 carts. The Commodore 64GS also spurred development of newer cartridges released specifically for the console.


Processor8-bit
CSG 6510
CPU Speed1
MHz RAM64
Kb Video RAM
Resolution320x200 Colors16 Polygonsn/aSprites8 (24 X 21 pixels 4 colors max) Game MediaCartridges
Retail Price£99.99
Detail SpecsINFO