Skip to main content
Commodore Chronicles Podcast

Commodore Chronicles Podcast

By Commodore Chronicles Podcast

The Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including the "Commodore Chronicles", "Fine and Tandy", "486 Deluxe" and NES Advantage podcasts. Featuring news, reviews but most of all, your feedback!
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Pocket Casts Logo
RadioPublic Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

Commodore Chronicles EP8 - Pitfall II: Lost Caverns, Realm of Impossibility and Skate or Die

Commodore Chronicles PodcastAug 11, 2022

00:00
56:54
Commodore Chronicles EP17 - Rocky and Co. & A Pig Quest
Apr 01, 202439:09
486 Deluxe EP3 - Relentless: Twinsen's Adventure
Mar 03, 202426:50
Commodore Chronicles EP16 - Sid Meier's Pirates!

Commodore Chronicles EP16 - Sid Meier's Pirates!

Covered in episode sixteen of the Commodore Chronicles:

1) Six bits of news

2) The Commodore Years - 1989

3) A review of "Sid Meier's Pirates!"


The lineup for the next episodes of the podcast goes as follows:

  • 486 Deluxe – Relentless: Twinson’s Adventure
  • Commodore Chronicles - A Pig Quest and Rocky and Co.
  • NES Advantage - Contra and Tecmo Super Bowl

To have your feedback featured on the podcast, join the Commodore Chronicles Discord Server (https://discord.gg/edN6J5Dh) or send me an email directly to commodorechronicles@gmail.com

Special thanks to my "Fast Load Collective" patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson, the BeardedSonOfNel, Mr. Krystof and Brian Nagel!

Also, thanks to the VIC-II Sponsor, Retro Rewind. For all of your C64, 128, C16, Plus 4, Amiga and Tandy CoCo needs, head over to https://www.retrorewind.ca

Thanks for tuning in!

Nov 22, 202335:25
Fine and Tandy EP6 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Graphic Adventure

Fine and Tandy EP6 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Graphic Adventure

On the sixth episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we check out Lucasfilm Games' Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Graphic Adventure.

We cover three bits of news: The VIC-II Sponsor of the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, Retro Rewind (https://www.retrorewind.ca), the SE Michigan Vintage Computer Club (https://semichiganvcc.blogspot.com) is officially announced and a great Commodore lot is entrusted to the podcast!

On the next episode of Fine and Tandy, we will cover SSI's Buck Rogers: Countdown to Doomsday.

If you wish to submit feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for a post on the Commodore Chronicles Discord server. Feedback can also be submitted to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so lead to support the efforts of the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including Fine and Tandy, 486 Deluxe and NES Advantage, you can do so at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

Special thanks to the Fast Load Collective patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson, TheBeardedSonOfNel, Mr. Krystof and our newest member, Brian Nagel! Thank you for entrusting your funds to the Commodore Chronicles!

Sep 25, 202338:42
Commodore Chronicles EP15 - Classics Gone Wrong
Aug 14, 202339:35
NES Advantage EP1 - Crystalis

NES Advantage EP1 - Crystalis

Greetings and welcome to the first episode of the NES Advantage Podcast featuring a review of SNK's action RPG, Crystalis.

If you wish to submit feedback for our next episode, featuring reviews of Contra and Tecmo Super Bowl, you can do so on the Commodore Chronicles Discord server (https://discord.gg/uRmQ5kb3R7).

Feedback can also be submitted to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so lead to support the efforts of the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including Fine and Tandy, 486 Deluxe and NES Advantage, you can do so at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

Special thanks to the Fast Load Collective patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson, TheBeardedSonOfNel and Mr. Krystof! Thank you for entrusting your funds to the Commodore Chronicles!

Jul 17, 202330:33
Commodore Chronicles EP14 - Ultimate Wizard

Commodore Chronicles EP14 - Ultimate Wizard

Covered in episode fourteen of the Commodore Chronicles:


1) Eight bits of news

2) The Commodore Years - 1987

3) A review of Ultimate Wizard


As for our next episode of the Commodore Chronicles, we'll be featuring a special titled, "The Greats Gone Wrong".


However, the next show due up is the NES Advantage Podcast with a review of SNK's Crystalis.


To have your feedback featured on the podcast, join the Commodore Chronicles Discord Server (https://discord.gg/edN6J5Dh)


Special thanks to my "Fast Load Collective" patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson, the BeardedSonOfNel and Mr. Krystof!


Lastly, catch the Commodore Chronicles, Fine and Tandy, 486 Deluxe and NES Advantage stream every Thursday evening at 9PM EST on twitch.tv/commodore_chronicles.

Hope to see you there.


Thanks for tuning in!

May 30, 202333:11
Fine and Tandy EP5 - Space Quest: The Sarien Encounter

Fine and Tandy EP5 - Space Quest: The Sarien Encounter

On the fifth episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we check out Sierra Online's Adventure Classic, Space Quest: The Sarien Encounter. We cover four bit of news, including a new show on the podcast, NES Advantage. As well as a small update on the SE Michigan Vintage Computer Club.

On the next episode of Fine and Tandy, we will cover Lucasarts' Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Graphic Adventure.

If you wish to submit feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for post on the Commodore Chronicles Discord server, twitter.com/c64chronicles and facebook.com/c64chronicles. Feedback can also be submitted to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so lead to support the efforts of the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including Fine and Tandy, 486 Deluxe and NES Advantage, you can do so at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

Special thanks to the Fast Load Collective patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson, TheBeardedSonOfNel and Mr. Krystof! Thank you for entrusting your funds to the Commodore Chronicles!

May 03, 202327:23
Commodore Chronicles EP13 - Devon Aire in the Hidden Diamond Caper

Commodore Chronicles EP13 - Devon Aire in the Hidden Diamond Caper

Covered in episode thirteen of the Commodore Chronicles:


1) Four bits of news

2) The Commodore Years - 1986

3) A review of Devon Aire in the Hidden Diamond Caper


As for our next title on the Commodore Chronicles, we'll be featuring Electronic Arts' Ultimate Wizard.


However, next up in the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts is Fine and Tandy with a review of Sierra On Line's Space Quest 1: The Sarien Encounter, then 486 Deluxe with a reviews of Star Wars: X-Wing and Star Wars: Tie Fighter.


To have your feedback featured on the podcast, leave comments on the game posts found on social media:


www.twitter.com/c64chronicles, www.facebook.com/c64chronicles -or- the Commodore Chronicles Discord Server (https://discord.gg/6WV9ydck)


Feedback, comments and questions can also be sent via email, commodorechronicles@gmail.com


If you feel so led, you can financially support the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including Fine and Tandy and 486 Deluxe at patreon.com/c64chronicles.


Special thanks to my "Fast Load Collective" patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson and the BeardedSonOfNel!


Lastly, Commodore Chronicles, Fine and Tandy and 486 Deluxe stream every Thursday evening at 9PM EST on twitch.tv/commodore_chronicles. Hope to see you there.


Thanks for tuning in!

Apr 06, 202326:56
486 Deluxe EP2 - Star Trek: The Next Generation - A Final Unity

486 Deluxe EP2 - Star Trek: The Next Generation - A Final Unity

Star Trek: The Next Generation - A Final Unity is wonderful homage to television series, however it's not without its faults. With eight member of the original cast do the voice acting, it sure does get the nostalgia flowing.

Thanks to the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts' "Fast Load Collective" Patron Members; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Eric Nelson and our newest member, the BeardedSonOfNel. I'm so thankful for your on-going support!

If you want to support the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts, including 486 Deluxe and Fine and Tandy, you can do so over at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

If you wish to provide feedback on the next episode of 486 Deluxe, where we'll be covering both X-Wing and TIE Fighter by Lucasarts, you can do so by watching for posts on twitter.com/c64chronicles and facebook.com/c64chronicles. You can also provide feedback via email at commodorechronicles@gmail.com

I hope you enjoy the episode. Thanks for listening!


Mar 22, 202342:51
Fine and Tandy EP4 - Rise of the Dragon

Fine and Tandy EP4 - Rise of the Dragon

In the fourth episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we explore Dynamix' dark and gritty point and click adventure, Rise of the Dragon.
The next episode of Fine and Tandy will cover Sierra On-Line's classic adventure, Space Quest. If you want to provide feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for posts on
twitter.com/c64chronicles or facebook.com/c64chronicles where feedback can be submitted. Feedback can also be submitted via email to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.
If you feel so led, you can support the efforts of the Fine and Tandy and Commodore Chronicles podcasts over at patreon.com/c64chronicles. Special thanks to my patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones and Eric Nelson. Thank you for entrusting the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts with your hard earned funds!
Feb 26, 202326:10
Commodore Chronicles EP12 - Slicks and Lester (Bonus Review)

Commodore Chronicles EP12 - Slicks and Lester (Bonus Review)

Covered in episode twelve of the Commodore Chronicles:

1) One bit of news (Castle Shadowgate)

2) The Commodore Years - 1985

3) A review of Slicks and bonus review of Knifegrinder's Lester

As for our next title on the Commodore Chronicles, we'll be featuring Devon Aire in the Hidden Diamond Caper (Inside Outing is the Europe).

However, next up in the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts is Fine and Tandy with a review of Dynamix' Rise of the Dragon, then 486 Deluxe with a review of Star Trek: The Next Generation "A Final Unity".

To have your feedback featured on the podcast, leave comments on the game posts found on social media:

www.twitter.com/c64chronicles -or- www.facebook.com/c64chronicles

Feedback, comments and questions can also be sent via email, commodorechronicles@gmail.com

If you feel so led, you can financially support the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts,  including Fine and Tandy and 486 Deluxe at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

Special thanks to my "Fast Load Collective" patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Matthew Warren and Eric Nelson!

Lastly, Commodore Chronicles, Fine and Tandy and 486 Deluxe stream every Thursday evening at 9PM EST on twitch.tv/commodore_chronicles.  Hope to see you there.

Thanks for tuning in!

Jan 31, 202330:18
486 Deluxe EP1 - Wolfenstein 3D

486 Deluxe EP1 - Wolfenstein 3D

Wolfenstein 3D (IMHO) was the catalyst for the modern first person shooter.  It was also the reason I insisted that my parents pickup an IBM-Compatible PC.  That PC would be an AST Advantage Adventure 6066d with a 486DX2/66 processor and 8MB of RAM and is the inspiration behind the 486 Deluxe podcast.

Thanks to the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts "Fast Load Collective" Patrons Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Matthew Warren and Eric Nelson.  I'm so thankful for your on-going support!  If you want to support the Commodore Family of Podcasts, including 486 Deluxe and Fine and Tandy, you can do so over at patreon.com/c64chronicles.

If you wish to provide feedback on the next episode of 486 Deluxe, where we'll be covering Spectrum Holobyte's Star Trek: The Next Generation: A Final Unity, you can do so by watching for posts on twitter.com/c64chronicles and facebook.com/c64chronicles.  You can also provide feedback via email at commodorechronicles@gmail.com

I hope you enjoy the episode.  Thanks for listening!

Jan 08, 202332:45
Fine and Tandy EP3 - PGA Tour Golf and Lakers vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs

Fine and Tandy EP3 - PGA Tour Golf and Lakers vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs

In the third episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we explore if all early era MS-DOS sport games suck.  Also, we introduce the newest member to the Fine and Tandy family, a Tandy 1000 TL and the upgrades that have been done to it.

The next episode of Fine and Tandy will cover Dynamix' point and click adventure, Rise of the Dragon.  If you want to provide feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for posts on twitter.com/c64chronicles or facebook.com/c64chronicles where feedback can be submitted.  Feedback can also be submitted via email to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so led, you can support the efforts of the Fine and Tandy and Commodore Chronicles podcasts over at patreon.com/c64chronicles.  Special thanks to my patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Matthew Warren and our newest member Eric Nelson.  Thank you for entrusting the Commodore Chronicles Family of Podcasts with your hard earned funds!


Dec 29, 202232:43
Commodore Chronicles EP11 - The Last Ninja

Commodore Chronicles EP11 - The Last Ninja

Covered in episode eleven of the Commodore Chronicles:

1) Seven bits of news (including a new podcast, 486 Deluxe)

2) The Commodore Years 1984

3) A review of The Last Ninja

As for our next title on the Commodore Chronicles, we'll be featuring the top-down racer, Slicks.

However, next up to the plate is Fine and Tandy: A Tandy 1000 Podcast asking the question, "Do any good early MS-DOS sports title exist".  AKA, reviews of Lakers vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs and PGA Tour Golf.

To have your feedback featured on the podcast, leave comments on the game posts found on social media:

www.twitter.com/c64chronicles -or- www.facebook.com/c64chronicles

Feedback, comments and questions can also be sent via email, commodorechronicles@gmail.com

If you feel so led, you can financially support the Commodore  Chronicles and Fine and Tandy podcasts at patreon.com/c64chronicles

Special thanks to my "Fast Load Collective" patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones, Matthew Warren and our newest member, Eric Nelson!

Lastly, Commodore Chronicles & Fine and Tandy streams every Thursday at 9PM EST on twitch.tv/commodore_chronicles.  Hope to see you there.

Thanks for tuning in!


Dec 13, 202237:03
Fine and Tandy EP2 - Neuromancer

Fine and Tandy EP2 - Neuromancer

In the second episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we cover Neuromancer, a sci-fi, cyberpunk adventure from 1988.  Also, we take a moment to walk through the specs and upgrades on my personal Tandy 1000 EX.

The next episode of Fine and Tandy will cover two EA Sports classics, PGA Tour Golf and Lakers Vs. Celtics and the NBA Playoffs.  If you want to provide feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for posts on twitter.com/c64chronicles or facebook.com/c64chronicles where feedback can be submitted.  Feedback can also be submitted via email to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so led, you can support the efforts of the Fine and Tandy and Commodore Chronicles podcasts over at patreon.com/c64chronicles.  Special thanks to my patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones and Matthew Warren.  Thank you for entrusting me with your hard earned funds!

Nov 07, 202223:05
Commodore Chronicles EP10 - Maniac Mansion

Commodore Chronicles EP10 - Maniac Mansion

Covered in episode ten of the Commodore Chronicles

1) Three bits of news

2) The Commodore Years 1983

3) A review of Maniac Mansion

As for our next title on the Commodore Chronicles, we’ll be featuring System 3's The Last Ninja.

However, next to bat is Fine and Tandy Episode Two, where we'll be covering the cyberpunk cult classic, Neuromancer.

To have your feedback featured on the podcast, leave comments on the game posts found on social media:

www.twitter.com/c64chronicles -or- www.facebook.com/c64chronicles

Feedback, comments and questions can also be sent via email, commodorechronicles@gmail.com

If you feel so led, you can financially support the Commodore Chronicles and Fine and Tandy podcasts at patreon.com/c64chronicles

Special thanks to my patrons; Chris Petzel, Jim Pones and Matthew Warren!

Lastly, Commodore Chronicles & Fine and Tandy streams every Thursday at 9PM EST on twitch.tv/commodore_chronicles.  Hope to see you there.

Thanks for tuning in!


Oct 25, 202233:39
Fine and Tandy EP1 - D/Generation

Fine and Tandy EP1 - D/Generation

In the first episode of the Fine and Tandy podcast, we cover D/Generation, an isometric puzzle platformer from 1991.  Also, we take a step back in time and look at my history with the Tandy 1000EX, as well as an abbreviated history of Tandy 1000 range of computers.

The next episode of Fine and Tandy will cover the 1988 adventure, Neuromancer.  If you want to provide feedback for our next episode, keep an eye out for post on twitter.com/c64chronicles or facebook.com/c64chronicles where feedback can be submitted.  Feedback can also be submitted via email to commodorechronicles@gmail.com.

If you feel so led, you can support the effort of the Fine and Tandy and Commodore Chronicles podcasts over at patreon.com/c64chronicles.  Special thanks to my patron members Chris Petzel, Jim Pones and Matthew Warren.  Thank you for entrusting me with your hard earned funds!

Oct 05, 202224:44
Commodore Chronicles EP9 - Bagman Comes/Strikes Back, Galaga C64 and Zeta Wing

Commodore Chronicles EP9 - Bagman Comes/Strikes Back, Galaga C64 and Zeta Wing

Sep 18, 202233:42
Commodore Chronicles EP8 - Pitfall II: Lost Caverns, Realm of Impossibility and Skate or Die
Aug 11, 202256:54
Commodore Chronicles EP7 - Samurai Warrior and The Goonies
Jul 11, 202239:36
Commodore Chronicles EP6 - Paperboy and Impossible Mission
May 30, 202231:07
Commodore Chronicles EP5 - Yie Ar Kung Fu vs. International Karate and Hessian
Apr 30, 202245:10
Commodore Chronicles EP4 - Stunt Car Racer and Rock N' Bolt
Mar 31, 202230:43
Commodore Chronicles EP3 - Sam's Journey and The Amazing Spider-Man
Mar 07, 202238:18
Commodore Chronicles EP2 - Raid On Bungeling Bay and Project Firestart
Feb 03, 202243:47
Commodore Chronicles EP1 - Pooyan and Space Taxi
Jan 21, 202234:10