RetroActive Podcast
RetroActive Podcast
Fred Rojas
8-Bit Tech
1 hour Posted Feb 20, 2023 at 2:00 pm.
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This week Fred discusses the technology behind the 8-bit generation of consoles (NES, SMS, TG-16).  He discusses 8-bit processing power, how the architecture of the consoles is set up, and how video signals and broadcast standards played a role.

Photo courtesy of Evan Amos (wikipedia).

Opening Song: "Pure Stone" from Zillion (SMS)

Mid Song: "Character Selection" from Super Mario Bros. 2 (NES)
Closing Song: "Boss Battle" from Keith Courage In Alpha Zones (TG-16)

The 8-Bit Guy on Assembly Language: https://youtu.be/HWpi9n2H3kE

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My Life in Gaming Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mylifeingaming