TheC64 Mini – Black Edition is a compact, modern reimagining of the iconic Commodore 64, set to launch on October 24, 2025. It features a sleek matte-and-gloss black finish, measuring half the size of the original C64 with a non-functional keyboard (virtual keyboard included). It comes pre-loaded with 25 neo-classic games from the thriving C64 fan community, including titles like Sam’s Journey, A Pig Quest, Steel Ranger, and Knight ‘n’ Grail, many enhanced for this release and not commercially available elsewhere.
Includes 25 of the highest rated new games:
A Pig Quest • Caren and the Tangled Tentacles • Galencia • Good Kniight • Grid Pix • Guns ’N’ Ghosts • Hessian • Hunter’s Moon Remastered • It’s Magic 2 • Joe Gunn: Gold Edition • Knight ’N’ Grail • Metal Warrior Ultra • Millie & Molly • Nixy and the Seeds of Doom • Ooze: The Escape • p0 Snake • Pains ’N’ Aches • Planet Golf • Rocky Memphis: The Legend of Atlantis • Runn ’N’ Gunn • Sam’s Journey • Shadow Switcher • Spinning Image • Steel Ranger • Yeti Mountain
Key features include:
HDMI output at 720p (50/60 Hz) with US/Europe display modes and CRT filter options.
Micro-switched USB joystick for authentic arcade feel.
Multiple USB ports for additional controllers, keyboards, or USB drives to load custom C64 games or programs.
Four save slots per game for progress saving. C64 BASIC mode for programming enthusiasts.
Priced at $119.99. The release is part of the “Back In Black” campaign, celebrating the underground C64 scene’s creativity.