Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
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- robinsonmason
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Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Hey guys, I picked these up at auction. Are these already in TAP format somewhere? I didn't see them listed anywhere.
If not - who's the superstar here who'd like a crack at archiving them? Reward -- I'll give you the originals!
Just like to see programs like these preserved.
If not - who's the superstar here who'd like a crack at archiving them? Reward -- I'll give you the originals!
Just like to see programs like these preserved.
Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
I think Astro Command is already out there, but I can't find the other one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIU5RHSf-oQ
I can rip it to TAP files for you, if it can't be found on-line (no point posting your originals if it's already there).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIU5RHSf-oQ
I can rip it to TAP files for you, if it can't be found on-line (no point posting your originals if it's already there).
- robinsonmason
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Awesome, thanks Beamrider. I can shoot you the package for Poltergeist. Pls IM me your address.beamrider wrote:I think Astro Command is already out there, but I can't find the other one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIU5RHSf-oQ
I can rip it to TAP files for you, if it can't be found on-line (no point posting your originals if it's already there).
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
I need to check GB20 here, but I figure you might as well send both tapes as I'm not sure I have TAPs of either. I'll see if I can check today...
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Was able to check. I do have a TAP of Astro Command, but Poltergeist is missing completely, so need a TAP of that
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- robinsonmason
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Thanks guys, work has been killing me but promise I'm sending the tap for Poltergeist off.
BTW, anyone know where can I get a T64 of Astro Command? Is it out there to share?
I am hesitant to play anything on my tape drive until I know it's been archived.
BTW, anyone know where can I get a T64 of Astro Command? Is it out there to share?
I am hesitant to play anything on my tape drive until I know it's been archived.
Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Tape received today.
Will get around to ripping it this weekend!
Will get around to ripping it this weekend!
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Excellent! Maybe we'll see it in the GB20 someday?
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Here it is. Seems to be a rudimentary Pacman clone.
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Thank you, Beamrider! Appreciate you taking the time to archive this game. Now to figure out how it's played without any instructions! At first glance it seems like it might be pac-man related, but then after starting play, not. I noticed that you have to push up against the creatures to "die" -- but not sure if perhaps you are looking for a secret location or creature to "Catch" - and not sure how you are supposed to identify that creature. Perhaps pressing a key on the keyboard since the fire button does not seem to do anything...?
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No worries, glad to be of service to the community.
The tape is now returning back across the pond.
The tape is now returning back across the pond.
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Re: Archived? COMM-DATA Computer House Programs on Tape
Got it back, thanks so much!
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no probs, glad it found its way back safely