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The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Nov 2024 (Day Event)

November 30, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

£16.00

Retro Computing Day Event – Register Now!

NEW Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM


Event Theme: Celebrating 3D Classics on Acorn Machines

We’re shining a spotlight on the pioneering 3D graphics that brought depth and immersion to early gaming. Feel free to bring along your copies of these games and we’ll see some of these run on the day. Got a pioneering 3D graphics game for a non Acorn machine? Then please bring along!

Key titles include:

– Elite (1984): The seminal space trading and combat simulator by David Braben and Ian Bell, renowned for its vast universe and open-ended gameplay.
– Aviator (1983): Geoff Crammond’s realistic Spitfire flight simulator, offering thrilling aerial maneuvers and dogfights.
– Revs (1984): Another Geoff Crammond masterpiece, this Formula 3 racing simulation set new standards for realism in driving games.
– 3D Tank Zone (1983): Navigate a wireframe-rendered battlefield in this first-person tank combat game.
– Chocks Away (1990): A flight combat game for the Acorn Archimedes featuring solid 3D graphics. Pilot a biplane through challenging missions and dogfights.
– Zarch (1987): Also known as “Virus,” this groundbreaking 3D action game for the Acorn Archimedes by David Braben, where you pilot a craft to eradicate an alien infection over a dynamic landscape.
– Star Fighter 3000 (1994): A cutting-edge 3D space combat game for the Acorn Archimedes, offering expansive environments and advanced graphics for its time.


Event Highlights:

  • Hardware Showcase: Bring along your vintage machines to exhibit and discuss with fellow enthusiasts.
  • Collaborative Projects: Join others in working on hardware modifications, coding adventures, or classic gaming.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Exchange ideas, insights, and expertise with a community of retro computing fans.
  • Repair and Upgrade Tips: Seek advice on breathing new life into your Acorn systems and enhancing their capabilities.
  • Refreshments Provided: Enjoy tea, coffee, and biscuits throughout the event. An on-site café is also available for your convenience.

Open Invitation to All!

While we celebrate all things Acorn, aficionados of other retro platforms are warmly welcomed. Previous gatherings have included fans and owners of Sinclair, Atari, Commodore, Altair, Apple and more.


Venue Details:

Falkirk Business Hub
45 Vicar St, Falkirk FK1 1LL
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Located just a two-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station, our modern venue is easily accessible via the M9 motorway connecting Stirling and Edinburgh. After the event, explore the numerous nearby bars and restaurants for continued mingling.

The facility is fully accessible, featuring disabled access and elevators.


Parking Recommendations:

  • Weir Street Car Park: Adjacent to the venue—ideal for equipment drop-off. Please note it’s short-term parking with higher rates.
  • Melville Street Car Park: Just a street away, suitable for dropping off equipment. Also short-term and may be expensive.
  • Garrison Place Car Park: Offers long-term parking with more affordable pricing.

Join us for a day of nostalgia, learning, and connecting with fellow retro computing enthusiasts!

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Details

Date:
November 30, 2024
Time:
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost:
£16.00

Organizer

Paul Bussey
Phone
07809 150152
Email
paul@retrorendezvous.org

Venue

Falkirk Business Hub
45 Vicar St
Falkirk, FK1 1LL United Kingdom
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