Ontario, Canada – October 9, 2018 – Retro Games Ltd. and Solutions 2 GO announced today that THEC64® Mini is available now at retailers in North America.

THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. Originally designed for fans of the original personal computer, THEC64® Mini brings kids and families together to play some of the best games of the neon decade with simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past or even program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64® Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.

THEC64® Mini is available in The United States at GameStop, Wal Mart, Amazon and Costco for $79.99 (USD) and in Canada at, BestBuy, London Drugs, EB Games, and Costco for $99.99 (CAD).

“THEC64® Mini is a complete revival of one of the most influential computer and gaming systems, and we are eager to see parents reminisce about their childhood as they share the experience with their kids this holiday season,” said Paul Andrews, Retro Games’ Managing Director. “We brought back a mini version of the classic C64 computer as we think gamers of all ages are going to want this reimagined piece of video game and tech history.”

Watch THEC64® Mini in action HERE: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dgCYNS7mi8

Download THEC64® Mini launch assets HERE: spaces.hightail.com/receive/TJQow8G2PG 

THEC64® Mini includes the following:

• Pre-loaded with all the Retro Faves: THEC64® Mini comes with 64 classic titles already installed, including: California Games, Winter Games, Impossible Mission II, Boulder Dash, Jumpman, Pitstop II, Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe, Street Sports Baseball, Summer Games II, Temple of Apshai Trilogy, Uridium and more.
• USB Ports: The unit comes equipped with two USB ports – perfect for adding an extra joystick for multiplayer games or plugging in a keyboard to create your own programming masterpieces.
• Customized Visuals: The unit features high definition output at 720p and 60Hz via HDMI, 4:3 ratio, US/Europe display mode options, and a CRT filter for that classic look.
• Back to the Basics: Plug in a USB keyboard and use as a fully functional home computer with C64 BASIC.
• Don’t Forget to Save: For the first time, THEC64® Mini allows you to easily save your progress in games.
• Always Optimized: THEC64® Mini supports software updates via USB flash drive so players have continued access to improved and enhanced programming.

Media interested in featuring the THEC64® Mini in a Holiday Gift Guide can email Danitra Alomia ([email protected]). Keep up with THEC64® Mini and like on Facebook, follow on Twitter, and visit the website.

ABOUT SOLUTIONS 2 GO
Solutions 2 GO Inc. is a multinational distributor of video games, accessories and specialty products and is the exclusive distributor of THEC64® Mini console and joystick across the Americas.
Personally, having grown up in the 1980’s, I am eager to check this cool device out. I used a commodore 64 for many years for homework, gaming all through high school.