The 8 Bit Files
by John Biehler and Dave Zille
Latest episode
038 - THE 800XL, AtariBoy & AI in the Retro Scene
038 - THE 800XL, AtariBoy & AI in the Retro Scene
About this podcast
If you love 8 bit computers, video games and their history, you'll love The 8 Bit Files, a podcast hosted by John and Dave, two retro computing enthusiasts who share their passion and knowledge with you every week. In each episode, they explore a different topic related to 8 bit computers, such as hardware, software, games, programming, culture, and more.
Whether you're a veteran 8 bit enthusiast or a newcomer who wants to learn more about this fascinating era of computing, you'll find something to enjoy. Subscribe today and join John and Dave on their 8 bit adventures!
Episodes
The newest 20 of 38 episodes
- 038 - THE 800XL, AtariBoy & AI in the Retro Scene · 1 h 5 min · Season 1 Episode 38In this episode, John and Dave dig into the one John has been waiting for: Atari's full-size THE 800XL reissue from Retro Games. It has a mechanical keyboard, a working cartridge…
- 037 - Commodore & MiSTer Updates, and John's Japan Experience · 1 h 14 min · Season 1 Episode 37In this episode, Dave leads off on the revived Commodore: the C64C Ultimate and the story of the original 1986 injection molds, and the brand-new "Made For U(ltimate)" software…
- 036 - Triforce, Virtual Boy & AI Coding an 8-Bit Game · 1 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 36In this episode, John and Dave cover a mix of retro gaming hardware, emulation history, and hands-on tinkering with old and new tech. They start by discussing Nintendo’s new…
- 035 - Retro-friendly homelabs with ZimaOS · 1 h 12 min · Season 1 Episode 35In this episode, John and Dave talk about discovering ZimaOS and building an affordable home lab using repurposed hardware - and how that single setup quickly expands into media…
- 034 - Commodore 64 Ultimate, C64 Mini Black edition & more · 59 min · Season 1 Episode 34In this episode, Dave dives into the newly announced Commodore 64 Ultimate - a modern, FPGA-powered revival of the classic C64 - and compares it to his previously acquired…
- 033 - Ultimate 64 Elite-II, Switch 2 · 1 h 8 min · Season 1 Episode 33In this episode, Dave finally unboxes the long-awaited Ultimate 64 Elite II - an FPGA-based modern C64 replacement - and shares why it might be the last 64 he ever needs. John…
- 032 - Nintendo Wii · 1 h 14 min · Season 1 Episode 32In this episode, the guys talk about the Nintendo Wii, diving deep into what made it a game-changer for both hardcore and casual players. They also discuss the upcoming Switch 2…
- 031 - Sega Dreamcast & more · 51 min · Season 1 Episode 31In this episode, John and Dave look back at the Sega Dreamcast, sharing memories of the console that was ahead of its time but gone too soon. • The Dreamcast had zero copy…
- 030 - Atari VCS hands on, 8BitDo GameCube Bluetooth Mod & more · 1 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 30In this episode of 8-Bit Files, Dave and John dive deep into the Atari VCS, exploring this modern retro system after John snagged one during Black Friday sales. From its stock…
- 029 - The Spectrum hands-on, Atari VCS, AI coding & more · 56 min · Season 1 Episode 29In this episode, the guys talk about their first impressions hands-on with The Spectrum, John mentions the new 8BitDo XBOX inspired keyboard and his recent order of the Atari…
- 028 - Sega Genesis/MegaDrive, Anbernic RG35XXSP & more · 59 min · Season 1 Episode 28In this episode, the guys talk about their personal experiences with the Sega Genesis (aka Sega MegaDrive). John talks about his experience with the Anbernic RG35XXSP Folding…
- 027 - MiSTER Pi & Discord announcement · 1 h 12 min · Season 1 Episode 27In this episode, the guys talk about John's experience with the MiSTER Pi, the new fully compatible MiSTer FPGA solution. And Dave talks about his fun time building the Atari…
- 026 - The Spectrum, MiSTER Pi and AI C64 coding · 58 min · Season 1 Episode 26In this episode, the guys talk about their excitement for the newly announced "The Spectrum" ZX Spectrum remake from Retro games, and all things Spectrum related. John also talks…
- 025 - Atari ST computers · 54 minIn this episode, the guys talk about their memories of the Atari ST line of computers. Dave also reviews his experience with the 8BitDo Commodore 64 inspired keyboard, and John…
- 024 - 8-Bit Computer Magazines, Boatfest recap and more · 1 h 1 minIn this episode, the guys talk about memories of old computer magazines, Dave talks about Boatfest, and a lot more.
- 023 - Mattel Intellivision, Vectrex light pen, Boatfest & more · 53 min · Season 1 Episode 23In this episode, the guys talk about the iconic Intellivision gaming console, including games, peripherals and their personal memories. They also talk about a cool light pen…
- 022 - Delta Emulator for iOS, Famicom & more · 1 h 3 minIn this episode, the guys talk about the Delta retro emulator for iOS, which allows emulation of retro gaming on iPhones and iPads. They also talk about Dave's recent acquisition…
- 021 - Atari 400 mini · 1 h 9 minIn this episode, the guys talk about John's hands on experience with the new Atari 400 mini console. They also talk about a bluetooth controller solution for your 8 bit game…
- 020 - All about the Joysticks · 1 h 15 minIn this episode, Dave and John talk all about their love and experiences with Joysticks, from retro to modern. They also talk about Dave's new Ultimate II+ cartridge, and the…
- 019 - Hands on the 2600+, GSP firmware & more · 39 min · Season 1 Episode 19In this episode, the guys cover a variety of topics - hands on with the Atari 2600 plus, exciting updates to the Atari GameStation Pro firmware, and they talk about old catalog…
