Monte Boyd
@monteboyd.bsky.social
Designer, C64 developer, dad. He/him. Sydney, Australia
https://monteboyd.itch.io/
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Monte Boyd
@monteboyd.bsky.social
· Jun 26
Infe2tation is out now! monteboyd.itch.io/infe2tation
The galactic sheriff is back to unravel the Mystery of the Crystal Moon. Run ’n’ gun action with massive levels, varied enemies, 4 distinct areas, fun power ups, and a mini-game featuring robo-sidekick, D3P-UT! #c64 #commodore64 #pixelart #8bit
The galactic sheriff is back to unravel the Mystery of the Crystal Moon. Run ’n’ gun action with massive levels, varied enemies, 4 distinct areas, fun power ups, and a mini-game featuring robo-sidekick, D3P-UT! #c64 #commodore64 #pixelart #8bit
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FREEZE64 issue 89 featuring the great Shaun Southern is now available to buy from
freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
Also includes CCRAP games, SID-tunes, hidden messages, POKES, dev diary, Front Line map, John Rowland, Julian Rignall + MORE!
#Commodore64 #C64
FREEZE64 issue 89 featuring the great Shaun Southern is now available to buy from
freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
Also includes CCRAP games, SID-tunes, hidden messages, POKES, dev diary, Front Line map, John Rowland, Julian Rignall + MORE!
#Commodore64 #C64
October 26, 2026 at 6:36 AM
--=#> AVAILABLE TO BUY <#=--
FREEZE64 issue 89 featuring the great Shaun Southern is now available to buy from
freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
Also includes CCRAP games, SID-tunes, hidden messages, POKES, dev diary, Front Line map, John Rowland, Julian Rignall + MORE!
#Commodore64 #C64
FREEZE64 issue 89 featuring the great Shaun Southern is now available to buy from
freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
Also includes CCRAP games, SID-tunes, hidden messages, POKES, dev diary, Front Line map, John Rowland, Julian Rignall + MORE!
#Commodore64 #C64
I must admit, the sheer volume of slop is sapping my motivation a bit. I’m not against someone using AI if they put a level of care and attention into making a good game. But it’s starting to feel like a niche version of the App Store gold rush where good games get drowned out by the deluge.
October 21, 2026 at 9:28 PM
I must admit, the sheer volume of slop is sapping my motivation a bit. I’m not against someone using AI if they put a level of care and attention into making a good game. But it’s starting to feel like a niche version of the App Store gold rush where good games get drowned out by the deluge.
Looks like it’s shaping up to be a great issue! 😁
FREEZE64 issue 89 is all written, and so it’s time to start thinking about the cover and template for issue 90.
FREEZE64.com
#Commodore64 #C64 #Commodore64Ultimate
FREEZE64.com
#Commodore64 #C64 #Commodore64Ultimate
October 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Looks like it’s shaping up to be a great issue! 😁
I do enjoy pushing what is possible with C64 sprites without any coding tricks. They are surprisingly versatile.
September 26, 2026 at 9:03 PM
I do enjoy pushing what is possible with C64 sprites without any coding tricks. They are surprisingly versatile.
Thank you! Aside from the multi-directional scroll, there isn’t anything fancy. No multiplexers or anything. The scroller completely redraws the play area over 8 frames which means allowing the player to smash through blocks is easily handled by changing the tile map.
September 25, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Thank you! Aside from the multi-directional scroll, there isn’t anything fancy. No multiplexers or anything. The scroller completely redraws the play area over 8 frames which means allowing the player to smash through blocks is easily handled by changing the tile map.
Hehe, inspiration is the greatest form of flattery right? 😁
September 9, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Hehe, inspiration is the greatest form of flattery right? 😁
Thank you! Early development so no release date yet.
September 9, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Thank you! Early development so no release date yet.
Thank you. ☺️ I can see a bit of Rick Dangerous in it now that you mention it. I wasn’t inspired by it consciously but it was probably in my subconscious somewhere!
September 9, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Thank you. ☺️ I can see a bit of Rick Dangerous in it now that you mention it. I wasn’t inspired by it consciously but it was probably in my subconscious somewhere!
I think that risk tension can exist with saving if the opportunity to save is spaced. E.g. saving only possible every 5 levels. But early days yet so anything could happen yet.
September 9, 2026 at 12:36 PM
I think that risk tension can exist with saving if the opportunity to save is spaced. E.g. saving only possible every 5 levels. But early days yet so anything could happen yet.
Update: not really a rogue-like because the plan is to save character progression, but it will be all procedurally generated dungeons/caves. Collect the crystal ore for crafting weapons, spells etc between levels. Find the enemy with the key to unlock the exit. #c64 #commodore64 #8bit #pixelart
September 9, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Update: not really a rogue-like because the plan is to save character progression, but it will be all procedurally generated dungeons/caves. Collect the crystal ore for crafting weapons, spells etc between levels. Find the enemy with the key to unlock the exit. #c64 #commodore64 #8bit #pixelart
Thanks for playing Bry!
I finally did it! A fab game and one I really enjoyed playing. If you liked the first game then you’ll love this too… #Commodore64 #C64 #Infeztation2 #MonteBoyd
September 8, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Thanks for playing Bry!
Sending positive thoughts your way!
August 31, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Sending positive thoughts your way!
Thanks John! Early days yet but if something comes of it, let’s chat. 🙂
August 15, 2026 at 6:23 AM
Thanks John! Early days yet but if something comes of it, let’s chat. 🙂
Banking is an interesting idea! I had thought about having limited oxygen under ground and need to return before running out, kinda similar to banking.
August 14, 2026 at 8:55 AM
Banking is an interesting idea! I had thought about having limited oxygen under ground and need to return before running out, kinda similar to banking.
That was kind of an inspiration yes! Spelunky but more exploratory.
August 14, 2026 at 8:54 AM
That was kind of an inspiration yes! Spelunky but more exploratory.
Thanks! The tempo is because of the max speed of the scrolling code. So it can be a bit exploratory.
August 14, 2026 at 7:32 AM
Thanks! The tempo is because of the max speed of the scrolling code. So it can be a bit exploratory.