RetroPlayer - 8 bit & 16 bit
The golden era of computing
Free · In‑App Purchases
Experience the legendary sound chips of classic computers. Play thousands of authentic chiptunes from Commodore 64, Amiga, Atari, and more.
RetroPlayer brings the iconic sounds of classic computers to your device. Experience authentic chiptune music from the legendary sound chips that defined the golden age of computing – the Commodore 64's SID chip, the Amiga's Paula, and more.
**CLASSIC MACHINES**
Browse music collections organized by the computers that created them:
• Commodore 64 (1982) – SID 6581/8580 chip with 3 voices
• Atari XL (1983) – POKEY chip with 4 voices
• Atari ST (1985) – Yamaha YM2149 chip
• Amiga (1985) – Paula 4-channel PCM audio
Each machine features its own distinct visual identity with period-authentic imagery and brand gradients.
**CURATED PLAYLISTS**
Dive into carefully selected collections featuring the best of retro computer music:
• HVSC Top 100 – The most beloved Commodore 64 tracks of all time
• Legendary composers: Martin Galway, Rob Hubbard, Ben Daglish, Jeroen Tel, Chris Huelsbeck, and many more
• Classic game soundtracks from Wizball, Last Ninja, Commando, Sanxion, and hundreds of other titles
**REAL-TIME VISUALIZATION**
Watch your music come to life with a built-in oscilloscope that displays audio waveforms in real time. The phosphor-trail visualization evokes the aesthetic of vintage CRT monitors, providing both a visual treat and a window into the raw audio synthesis.
**COMPREHENSIVE MUSIC LIBRARY**
Access thousands of tracks from established retro music archives:
• HVSC (High Voltage SID Collection) – Commodore 64
• ASMA (Atari SAP Music Archive) – Atari 8-bit
• SC68 – Atari ST
• MODLAND – Amiga MOD files
**RICH METADATA**
Every track includes detailed information:
• Composer name and original release year
• Music format (SID, MOD, etc.)
• Track duration
• Source collection and machine
**PLAYBACK FEATURES**
• Background audio playback
• System media controls integration
• Lock screen metadata display
• Create and manage your favorites collection
• Powerful search across the entire catalog
• Seamless streaming playback
**BEAUTIFUL INTERFACE**
RetroPlayer features a modern interface that pays homage to the aesthetics of classic computers while feeling perfectly at home on Apple platforms. Each machine's signature colors and design language shine through in carefully crafted gradients and transitions.
**FOR ENTHUSIASTS & NEWCOMERS**
Whether you grew up with these machines or you're discovering chiptune music for the first time, RetroPlayer offers an authentic way to experience the sounds that inspired generations of electronic musicians. From the punchy bass of SID chip classics to the sample-based richness of Amiga MOD tracks, explore the creative brilliance of composers who pushed 8-bit and 16-bit hardware to its absolute limits.
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Information
- Seller
- Michael Lauer
- Size
- 85.3 MB
- Category
- Music
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 18.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 18.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 15.6 or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 2.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Generous patron ¥3,000
- Buy me Lunch ¥800
- Support Development ¥1,500
- Buy Me a Coffee ¥300
- Copyright
- © 2008 – 2025 Dr. Lauer Information Technology