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Within this joystick lies the heart and soul of a favorite old Commodore (no, not Lionel Ritchie).

Photography by Mark R. Brown

HACKING THE C64 DTV

Retro-gaming joystick easily converts into full Commodore computer emulator.

By Mark R. Brown

Retro gaming is the latest craze, and Mammoth Toys is letting people rediscover 20-year-old videogames by making a joystick that mimics 30 classic Commodore 64 games, including Paradroid, Uridium, Impossible Mission, and World Championship Karate. It plugs right into your television — no console required. QVC sells the C64 DTV (Direct-to-Television) joystick for $30. At a buck a game, it’s a real bargain. ...

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