# C64 mini discussion **URL:** \ **Category:** Adventure/Lucasfilm Games\ **Created:** [June 30, 2018, 1:43pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858 "2018-06-30T13:43:19Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2018, 1:43pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/1 "2018-06-30T13:43:19Z")
> [@Atari Flashback 8](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/atari-flashback-8/2857/2): > > Now all we need is someone to create a little console version of a C64 with all the classic Lucasfilm games on it. ![IMG_4094](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/thimbleweedpark/original/2X/0/06f2e24f11f136d4bc8447a92edffc0443676be2.JPG) ![IMG_4095](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/thimbleweedpark/original/2X/8/824df95eb0492838dcf31ec6604480ca232b4f84.JPG) Nope… they’re not on it… Then again there aren’t that many classic Lucasfilm games on the C64. ---
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2018, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/2 "2018-06-30T13:45:10Z")
> [@Atari Flashback 8](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/atari-flashback-8/2857/4): > > I think it is. Connecting a keyboard to a keyboard in order to be able to type is still one of the stupidest things ev I created a new topic to not mess up the Atari8 one right from the bat ---
**Author:** ![milanfahrnholz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/cab0a1/32.png) [@milanfahrnholz](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/milanfahrnholz)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/3 "2018-06-30T13:57:51Z")
> [@Sushi](#): > > Then again there aren’t that many classic Lucasfilm games on the C64. If I had to choose I´d select these landmark games: Koronis Rift (first LFG game that RG was involved with) Rescue On Fractalus (David Fox´s first game as lead designer, I think) Labyrinth (first LFG Adventure game) Maniac Mansion (first SCUMM game) Zak McKracken & The Alien Mindbenders (just an awesome game) ---
**Author:** ![yrface](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/yrface/32/11793_2.png) [@yrface](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/yrface)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2018, 2:05pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/4 "2018-06-30T14:05:19Z")
> [@milanfahrnholz](#): > > Labyrinth (first LFG Adventure game) > Maniac Mansion (first SCUMM game) > Zak McKracken & The Alien Mindbenders (just an awesome game) Yes, California Games is cool, too, but those 3 would have to be pre-requisites before I would get anything like that. And I think it would be better to just have a little C64 pod with a USB adapter so you can plug in a keyboard. ---
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2018, 2:53pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/5 "2018-06-30T14:53:39Z")
> [@Sushi](#): > > Then again there aren’t that many classic Lucasfilm games on the C64. Just to clarify: I was referring to the quantity, not the quality. The few Lucasfilm games on the C64 are all classics! Well, at least the SCUMM games are! If you add to Milan’s list: - ballblazer - behind jaggy lines ha ! Gotcha! Software Pirate! - Night Shift - pipedreams - the Eidolon - Habitat Then you have _all_ LFL games for the C64 (minus the Indy Action adventure game and a couple of war combat simulators) ---
**Author:** ![ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/zakphoenixmckracken/32/41_2.png) [@ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/ZakPhoenixMcKracken)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 5:53pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/6 "2018-11-13T17:53:44Z")
As you know, I was gifted a C64 mini. I’ve downloaded the latest firmware and now it’s possible to load any game, via a USB flashpen. Anyway, I’ve tried with MM and Zak, but they don’t load. I can see the intro (Eagle Soft Cracked), I press Space, then the game should load but nothing happens. I’m going to ask for official support, but I’m a bit disappointed (the files work fine with VICE emulator). _Edit:_ there are some switches I have to try, like “accurate disk” loading (instead of the default fast load). ---
**Author:** ![Nor\_Treblig](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/nor_treblig/32/216_2.png) [@Nor\_Treblig](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Nor_Treblig)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:20pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/7 "2018-11-13T18:20:26Z")
> [@Atari Flashback 8](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/atari-flashback-8/2857/4): > > I think it is. Connecting a keyboard to a keyboard in order to be able to type is still one of the stupidest things ev They started with the mini because it’s much cheaper. But they are working on full-sized version with keyboard! > [@ZakPhoenixMcKracken](#): > > Anyway, I’ve tried with MM and Zak, but they don’t load. Have you tried those filename flags? Like those disk drive and PAL/NTSC flags? Edit: To have the link also in this thread: > [@Bitchin' birthday thread](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/bitchin-birthday-thread/2116/97): > > What’s great about this one is that there is support (like firmware upgrades) and you can actually get other games on it (unlike all those other mini-console cash grabs money_with_wings). I’m expecting to see a screenshot of a particular game soon! Here you find a description of what flags to use in filenames (e.g. some games need the joystick in port 1), or the syntax of CJM files (you can map specific keys to joystick buttons for instance): [https://thec64.com/file-loader/](https://thec64.com/file-loader/) ---
**Author:** ![ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/zakphoenixmckracken/32/41_2.png) [@ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/ZakPhoenixMcKracken)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:22pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/8 "2018-11-13T18:22:10Z")
Today I’ve purchased a necessary tool: a USB hub! Then I’ll get a 9pin -\> USB adapter in order to play with my old but fully functional original joystick! ![IMG-20181113-WA0006](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/thimbleweedpark/original/2X/6/6653827b695dbc17bf31390e691ea898e3774f37.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Nor\_Treblig](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/nor_treblig/32/216_2.png) [@Nor\_Treblig](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Nor_Treblig)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:22pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/9 "2018-11-13T18:22:56Z")
The hub looks nearly as large as the C64mini 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![milanfahrnholz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/cab0a1/32.png) [@milanfahrnholz](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/milanfahrnholz)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:25pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/10 "2018-11-13T18:25:34Z")
> [@Nor\_Treblig](#): > > But they are working on full-sized version with keyboard! I heard that and it´s why I may wait for that one. Here is hoping! > [@Nor\_Treblig](#): > > The hub looks nearly as large as the C64mini 🙂 May be the angle. [And I know about ellusive angels.](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/whats-for-dinner/2888/423) ---
**Author:** ![Nor\_Treblig](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/nor_treblig/32/216_2.png) [@Nor\_Treblig](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Nor_Treblig)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:31pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/11 "2018-11-13T18:31:23Z")
IMHO the biggest problem with the mini are too few USB ports. You practically **have to** buy an USB hub. The problem with the bigger C64 version will be likely the price. But you can’t have everything. > [@milanfahrnholz](#): > > [And I know about ellusive angels.](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/whats-for-dinner/2888/423) Ohh white Raider I mean Twix! I only get those at petrol stations… ---
**Author:** ![milanfahrnholz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/cab0a1/32.png) [@milanfahrnholz](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/milanfahrnholz)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 6:33pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/12 "2018-11-13T18:33:37Z")
> [@Nor\_Treblig](#): > > white Raider If Gandalf was a treasure hunter. ---
**Author:** ![ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/zakphoenixmckracken/32/41_2.png) [@ZakPhoenixMcKracken](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/ZakPhoenixMcKracken)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 8:53pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/13 "2018-11-13T20:53:59Z")
I did it!! ![20181113_215219](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/thimbleweedpark/original/2X/2/2d4f875b0e2d116d91ac948e0e826b665d53707d.jpeg) You must set the Accurate Disk flag (AD). I’ve also succeeded in swapping the disks! _edit:_ Maniac Mansion behave a bit strange. It seems frozen for 2 minutes on a light blue background (no disk activity), then it suddenly loads. Finally I get the welcome screen! ![1542142953578837759875317615330](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/thimbleweedpark/original/2X/e/e6918a0240aa9884fc67a971369fe8e74b992253.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Gffp](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/gffp/32/12183_2.png) [@Gffp](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Gffp)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:14pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/14 "2018-11-13T22:14:20Z")
:ray: I know this is a birthday gift from your brother, but apart from that, since I seem to remember you have a real working C64, what is so exciting about this mini thing? :ray: ---
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:16pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/15 "2018-11-13T22:16:50Z")
It’s portable? It’s faster in loading times? It’s cool? I dunno. Ask Zak! 😂 ---
**Author:** ![tasse-tee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/tasse-tee/32/4002_2.png) [@tasse-tee](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/tasse-tee)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:21pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/16 "2018-11-13T22:21:45Z")
> [@Gffp](#): > > what is so exciting about this mini thing? :ray: :reyes: It’s more functional than a paperweight, and even more fun than a snake-in-a-box! ---
**Author:** ![milanfahrnholz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/cab0a1/32.png) [@milanfahrnholz](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/milanfahrnholz)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:22pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/17 "2018-11-13T22:22:26Z")
> [@tasse-tee](#): > > It’s more functional than a paperweight, and even more fun than a snake-in-a-box! That´s what HE said. ---
**Author:** ![tasse-tee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/tasse-tee/32/4002_2.png) [@tasse-tee](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/tasse-tee)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:24pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/18 "2018-11-13T22:24:54Z")
> [@milanfahrnholz](#): > > That´s what HE said. :ransome: ---
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:25pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/19 "2018-11-13T22:25:32Z")
> [@milanfahrnholz](#): > > > [@tasse-tee](#): > > > > It’s more functional than a paperweight, and even more fun than a snake-in-a-box! > > That´s what HE said. How did you… 🤐 ---
**Author:** ![Sushi](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forums.thimbleweedpark.com/sushi/32/163_2.png) [@Sushi](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/u/Sushi)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2018, 10:26pm UTC](https://forums.thimbleweedpark.com/t/c64-mini-discussion/2858/20 "2018-11-13T22:26:05Z")
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