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[PC] RetrOnline, play your favorite old games...Online!

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Hi there! :D

I just would like to inform you that it's now possible and easy to play good old multiplayer games online with just a PC!


Supported games:

-PC (DOS/Windows)
-Commodore64
-Amstrad/Schneider CPC
-ZX Spectrum
-Atari 8-bit
-Amiga (via AmigaOnline)
-Super Nintendo
-Nintendo 64
-Nintendo NES
-Game Boy
-Sega Genesis
-Sega Master System
-Game Gear
-Sony PlayStation
-SNK Neo-Geo
-Arcade
-And multi platform free games (freeware/open-source...)

More systems will probably be added later ;)

With RetrOnline, no more technical skills required! (forget router setup and ports forwarding!). It's now really easy to play multiplayer games online with your friends!

Period: 1980-2005 (may be updated later).
To improve this project, we need more players, more games testers, and motivated members! :)

Get ready for this amazing adventure! :D

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System Requirements

-A PC/MAC with Windows (2K/XP/Vista or 7) or Linux (via Wine). May work on other systems via PC emulators
-A keyboard
-A mouse
-A reliable internet connection

The forum
  • RetrOnline Homepage

    http://retronline.forumactif.org
  • Registration and introduction

    If you wish to play old games online, please register and introduce yourself!

    Don't forget to add your favorite games during your introduction :)

    NEW! Add your favorite Free Games during your introduction too!
    These games are fun, full and can be played online very easily with other RetrOnline members! :)
    E.g.: TrackMania Nations Forever, Grand Theft Auto 2, Risk, OpenArena...
  • VIP Members

    Once your registration & introduction are complete, all forum features will be enabled, you will be able to contact other players and to join some gaming networks! :wink:
    In fact, you will become a RetrOnline VIP Member, always reachable thanks to the players list! :D

    To retain this status and to keep in contact with current & future players, please make sure that you use a valid email address and that you read your messages regularly (Emails/Private Messages) :wink:
  • Games & Players List

    Thanks to the RetrOnline Players List, you may now find players very quickly & easily! Only VIP Members are listed here.
    Add your favorite old games to this list during your introduction. The most appreciated games will be tested online as a priority :)
  • RetroPacks

    Of course to play online, you need to own your favorite games! Otherwise you may download some RetroPacks (Sharewares, Demos, Freewares...) and find players via the RetrOnline Players List ;)
  • Discussion Zone

    You may talk about your favorite games and find more infos about old games in our Discussion Zone. This zone is in fact a real Participative Forum wherein you may add your own topics (with some games infos, patches, tutorials...)!
Software

LogMeIn Hamachi: https://secure.logmein.com/products/ham ... nload.aspx
or
Mirror 1
or
Mirror 2

This free software is able to establish a link between all players.
The technology used here is able to make you play with many internet users some excellent games that should be known by everyone. :)
Of course it's possible to play using other softwares & methods too (Tunngle, GameRanger...)

Gaming Networks & Servers

The access is free & permanent! (24/7)

Some basic rules to make this gaming experience enjoyable for everyone:

1.Please log off when you are not ready to play or not in front of your computer!
2.If you want to leave a network for a long period of time, right click on the network name/"Leave Network"
3.Inactive accounts/members can be removed from a network at any time and without warning.

RetrOnline Hamachi Network
(for Games Testers & motivated members only)

Server (Network ID): RetrOnline
Password: RetrOnline

Before joining this Hamachi network, don't forget to:
-Introduce yourself on RetrOnline Forum
-Inform me that you want to join this Hamachi network (via Mail/Forum/PM)
Inactive accounts/members can be moved to a temporary waiting zone.
Experienced VIP Members will always have priority access to this network ;)

Some compatible games

Click HERE to display a list of a few supported titles!

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Now let's get playing some good old games...online! :D
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/4 more games validated for online playing! (added to the Games List & to the downloads area):
Bubble Bobble Online! (Very addictive classic platformer!)
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North & South Online! (American Civil War...Online!)
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Pitstop 2 Online! (Another good blast when playing in multi-player mode!)
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Spy vs Spy 2 Online! (Build a rocket as fast as possible, and beware of the traps!)
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Enjoy yourself, and see you soon on RetrOnline network! :wink:
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/3 more games validated for online playing! (added to the Games List & to the downloads area):
C'est la Vie Online! (Good Board game like Monopoly!)
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La Roue de la Fortune Online! (Just Wheel of Fortune...Online!)
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Rodland Online! (Fantastic 2 players Arcade Game!)
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We are currently looking for players to test ZX Spectrum (Sinclair) games...Online! There's still some cake left if anyone's interested :)
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NEW: Play old PC (DOS/Windows) & ZX Spectrum games online with other players on RetrOnline Network!
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Hi there!
The RetrOnline Team is currently looking for some players (C64 only)! :D
Online Games Sessions:

-Don't Be Angry
-M.U.L.E.
-Mancopter
-Mario Bros.
-Monopole
-Monopoly Deluxe
-Pool of Radiance

Everyone's welcome! :D
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NEW! Some games can now be played using a dedicated RetrOnline Gaming Server!
The access is free & permanent! (24/7)
Be there! :)
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Eventually, once I have a working internet connection I will definitely have to give this a go .. its interesting and I am quite surprised no one else has commented or had a go at it, seeing as we all do so love retro around here lol.
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Hi Infamous!

You're right, and i'm surprised too :) I hope that many C64 fans will join RetrOnline!
This project is updated/improved according to the new members's favorite games and systems ;)
Many C64 games have already been tested online and work like a charm! (Bomb Mania, Bubble Bobble, North & South...)
Many more to come if we find more motivated C64 players! ;)

Cya :cheers:
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Hi there!

Great news! :)
Atari 8-bit games are now supported!
Perfect for motivated gamers :D

One new dedicated RetrOnline server has been added for:
North & South (C64)

Playing C64 games online has never been so easy :P
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ThomasPaul wrote:These games are my most favorite games:
Ace of Spades
Baseball Mogul 2006
Cellfactor: Revolution
Dwarf Fortress
Ferrari Virtual Race
Thanks. No old games, but interesting after all. Some of these games may be added to the free games list later :)
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