COMPUTE!’s Gazette Issue #1 Arrives, Heralding the Rebirth of Commodore!

A new dawn for retro computing is upon us.

(Cedar Park, TX – July 12, 2025) – The wait is finally over. Today, with an electrifying sense of history in the making, we are thrilled to announce that Issue #1 of the revived COMPUTE!’s Gazette is officially released! This is not just the return of a beloved magazine; it is a celebration of a legacy reborn, coinciding with the momentous relaunch of Commodore International Corporation and the unveiling of their flagship, the Commodore 64 Ultimate.

For those who remember the thrill of typing in a program listing, the joy of discovering a new game, and the sense of community that the original Gazette fostered, this day has been a long time coming. For a new generation, it is an invitation to experience the magic that started it all, reimagined for the 21st century.

The resurrected Commodore International, under a new visionary leadership, has honored its roots by starting with the icon. The Commodore 64 Ultimate is a masterpiece of engineering, a loving tribute to the best-selling computer of all time, packed with features that will make veteran and novice users weep with joy. Imagine a sleek, modern chassis with the classic breadbin aesthetic, housing a multi-core processor capable of flawless, cycle-accurate emulation of the original C64, C128, and Amiga systems. With built-in Wi-Fi, HDMI output, and an SD card slot for instant software loading, the C64 Ultimate is the bridge between the golden age of computing and the modern era.

And what better companion to this new machine than the magazine that was its most trusted guide? The new COMPUTE!’s Gazette is here to document it all.

Inside Issue #1, you’ll find:

• Exclusive Interview: We sit down with the new CEO of Commodore International to discuss their bold vision for the future and their deep respect for the company’s storied past.
• The Ultimate Unveiling: A deep-dive review of the Commodore 64 Ultimate, exploring its every port, pixel, and processor. We put it through its paces and show you what this incredible machine can do.
• The Return of Type-In Programs: That’s right, they’re back!
• Modern Retro Studios: We spotlight independent developers who have been keeping the spirit of Commodore alive and are now creating exciting new software for the C64 Ultimate.
• Classic Columns, New Voices: Familiar columns from the original Gazette are back with new experts at the helm, ready to help you get the most out of your machine.

The response to our relaunch has been nothing short of phenomenal. Pre-orders for Issue #1 have been flying off the virtual shelves, a testament to the enduring passion of the Commodore community. A very limited number of these inaugural issues are still available for pre-order, but they are going fast. If you want to own a physical piece of this historic moment, we urge you to act now before they are all gone.

Don’t miss out! To secure your copy of Issue #1 and ensure you never miss an issue of the new COMPUTE!’s Gazette, the best way is to pre-order and subscribe today! A subscription is your all-access pass to the heart of the new retro revolution, delivered directly to your door (or your inbox) every month.

The future of retro computing is here. The legend is back. Welcome home!

Click here to pre-order your copy of Issue #1 or to subscribe to COMPUTE!’s Gazette!

Click here to preview the free-edition of Issue #1 online