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@designchaos.net
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Author of Invasion Anarchy, Freaky Fish DX and Ewe Woz ‘Ere DX for the Commodore 64. Working on Invasion Anarchy for the ZX Next and Freaky Fish 2 for the Commodore 64. linktr.ee/therealchrx

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Chrx @designchaos.net · 02/10/2026
If you look at lemon64 recently it looks like the C64 scene might be cooked. It is really easy for people to create a copy of someone else’s game and sell it on itch. Just look at that shameless stargate copy. I bet it gets reviewed in Zzap too.
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 26/08/2026
A small detour from the other side projects I have on the go, here is the first physical cartridge of the enhanced version of Invasion Anarchy for the #commodore64 with some extras from the ZX Next version and full PAL and NTSC support. #c64 #gamedev
A green Commodore 64 cartridge with an invasion anarchy enhanced edition label
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Issue 10 of our FREEZE64 eJOURNAL has just been emailed out to our MailChimp Subscribers, and includes full details of the upcoming issue featuring ROAD RUNNER. The new issue should start posting out to Subscribers this time next week 🤞😃🤞 freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 06/08/2026
Progress is still ongoing on Freaky Fish 2 for the #c64 with the basic game now playable in 1 or 2 player mode. Most of the recent work has been under the hood designing the structure for levels and the new features that we are planning while attempting to keep it in a single load. #gamedev
Freaky Fish 2 work in progress screenshot showing the fish, fisherman holding a bomb and the player shark
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
It’s Monday morning here at FREEZE Towers, and whilst you guys are receiving and enjoying issue 86, I’m designing and writing no.87. It features the fab Road Runner, and I have some cool development drawings to share with you all. FREEZE64.com #Commodore64 #C64
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
FREEZE64 #86 is now available from: freeze64.com/freeze64-iss... We take a look at the classic Chuckie Egg and chat with its developer, Sean Townsend. We also chat with artist Keith Dodd about his time producing game covers for Solar Software. Plus — we have tons more #Commodore64 #C64 content.
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
If you love #Commodore64 gaming and would like to read about the development of some of the best & worst games ever produced for the #C64, then FREEZE64 is the ‘zine for you! We stock every back issue from #1 to 85, and 3 specials. Go on, treat yourself 😊 FREEZE64.com
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Coming soon to FREEZE64 issue 86... Sean Townsend chats with us about the development of Chuckie Egg, which he programmed for A 'n' F Software back in 1984. You don't want to miss it! freeze64.com/freeze64-iss... #Commodore64 #C64 #Commodore64Ultimate #GameDev #IndieGames #RetroGames
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 11/07/2026
I added Invasion Anarchy 1.2 for the #c64 to our designchaos.itch.io page. There are a few changes but the biggest is the game editor is now on the title screen. In the old versions this was accessible by typing "invaders" (except in the cracked versions which all crashed instead).
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 06/07/2026
Freaky Fish 2 for the #commodore64 has a new sprite multiplexer. A brief technical run-down for supporters is up at www.patreon.com/DESIGNchaos/... #c64 #gamedev
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 01/07/2026
It would be great to hear from Steve Rowlands about how he did the music back then - did he have an editor or write the data directly like some other musicians did? We always imagined that they all had secret tools like Martin Walker but in the end most seemed to use the equivalent of a hex editor
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 01/07/2026
I get the feeling that like Chris Butler he has put those days behind him but it would certainly be something.
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 30/06/2026
Some progress and a brief video showing Freaky Fish 2 for the #c64. www.patreon.com/DESIGNchaos/... #commodore64 #gamedev
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Freaky Fish 2 Progress | DESIGN/chaos
Here is a brief preview video of Freaky Fish 2 with progress so far. Since the last post I have added the fisherman to the boat, this time
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 29/06/2026
Chris Yates from Sensible?
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
The NEW issue of FREEZE64 issue 85 is available to buy from: freeze64.com/freeze64-issue-85 If you're a #Commodore64 Enthusiast, then you won't want to miss out on this one. Lots of great new & exclusive #C64 content for you all to devour. #Commodore64Ultimate #RetroGaming
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Grab your copy of this SUPERB game 👇😃👇
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Monte Boyd @monteboyd.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Infe2tation is out now! monteboyd.itch.io/infe2tation The galactic sheriff is back to unravel the Mystery of the Crystal Moon. Run ’n’ gun action with massive levels, varied enemies, 4 distinct areas, fun power ups, and a mini-game featuring robo-sidekick, D3P-UT! #c64 #commodore64 #pixelart #8bit
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 13/06/2026
Here is the latest post about the development of Freaky Fish 2 for the Commodore 64. This week I mainly worked on the control method for the second player and the feel of the boat movement. www.patreon.com/DESIGNchaos/... #c64 #gamedev
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Freaky Fish 2 Update | DESIGN/chaos
Freaky Fish 2 Update by DESIGN/chaos on Patreon. Join DESIGN/chaos's community for exclusive content and updates.
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 08/06/2026
I wrote about Freaky Fish 2, the implementation of a two player mode and trying some Ultimate 64/C64U enhancements on our Patreon. www.patreon.com/posts/freaky... #c64 #gamedev
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Freaky Fish 2: Two player mode and C64U enhancements | DESIGN/chaos
Freaky Fish 2: Two player mode and C64U enhancements by DESIGN/chaos on Patreon. Join DESIGN/chaos's community for exclusive content and updates.
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Monte Boyd @monteboyd.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Infe2tation: coming soon! The galactic sheriff is back to unravel the Mystery of the Crystal Moon. Run ’n’ gun action with massive levels, varied enemies, 4 distinct areas, fun power ups, and a mini-game featuring robo-sidekick, D3P-UT! Late June release. #c64 #commodore64 #pixelart #8bit #indiegame
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 25/05/2026
I am taking a creative break from ZX Next and Invasion Anarchy, so today I officially started coding Freaky Fish 2 for the Commodore 64. www.patreon.com/posts/freaky... #c64 #gamedev
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Freaky Fish 2 | DESIGN/chaos
Freaky Fish 2 by DESIGN/chaos on Patreon. Join DESIGN/chaos's community for exclusive content and updates.
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
FREEZE64 magazine for #Commodore64 Enthusiasts. 84 issues, 3 specials, and counting! Many, many more in the pipeline. DM me if you would like to begin your collection and want to discuss bulk discounts. freeze64.com/issues/ #C64 #Commodore64Ultimate #RetroGaming
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 04/05/2026
Technical information on how I manage sprites and sprite memory on the ZX Spectrum Next for Invasion Anarchy on our Patreon. #zxspectrumnext #gamedev www.patreon.com/posts/zx-spe...
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ZX Spectrum Next Sprite Management | DESIGN/chaos
ZX Spectrum Next Sprite Management by DESIGN/chaos on Patreon. Join DESIGN/chaos's community for exclusive content and updates.
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 21/04/2026
I wrote about implementing boss fights in Invasion Anarchy for the ZX Spectrum Next on our Patreon. #zxspectrumnext #gamedev www.patreon.com/posts/invasi...
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Invasion Anarchy Boss Fights | DESIGN/chaos
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 20/03/2026
Here's the latest preview of Invasion Anarchy for the ZX Spectrum Next. This week I've been working on level progression and the scoreboard. There are alignment issues with all of the bombs and bullets as I haven't reworked them since I moved everything to my own sprite editor. #zxspectrumnext
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 25/01/2026
I have made the decision to move our games from Itch[dot]io over to Patreon as @itch.io have had our payouts "in review" since last August with no response to the issues raised. Our games are now at www.patreon.com/cw/DESIGNchaos #gamedev
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 19/12/2025
Sloperator!
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Scene World Magazine @sceneworld.org · 23/11/2025
We're very happy to welcome #MariaZubova in our new podcast episode #226! She's the PR manager of the game publisher Assemble Entertainment @assembleteam.bsky.social and organizer of the #GermanDevDays. Tune in for some exciting all-round insights! Listen to / Watch at: scene.world/assemble
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 21/10/2025
Searching for retro jotter on Amazon Australia brings up the Spectrum version but it is way down the list behind a wall of sponsored notebooks, tat and pens
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 11/08/2025
Nope, made it about 30 minutes
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 08/07/2025
More progress on Invasion Anarchy for the #amiga - I drew a single frame of an alien to test with, wrote the alien sequencer, score and text code. No collisions defined levels or sound yet; In this video I pulse the background where the sequencer should be playing a sound.
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 30/06/2025
Finished writing the weapon systems for Invasion Anarchy on the #amiga. The new system is only limited by the number of hardware sprites I want to use and should give me a bit of flexibility in adding extra weapons to the game, something missing from the #c64 version.
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
BUY NOW: FREEZE64 issue 76 Featuring a whole-host of new & exclusive #Commodore64 content from its dedicated team. GATES OF DAWN | INVASION ANARCHY | BMX NUMBER JUMP | AARGH! CONDOR | SHADOW WARRIOR | KETTLE | HALLAX … + LOTS MORE #C64 goodies. freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 11/06/2025
Back to doing some #amiga game dev for a change. designchaos.net/2025-06-11_a...
Title screen from a prototype Amiga version of our 4k Commodore 64 game Skiddy from 2022.
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Calling all #Commodore64 #C64 enthusiasts… If you’ve never read an issue of FREEZE64, then now’s your chance! Here is a FREE copy of FREEZE64 issue 59 to enjoy: freeze64.com/wp-content/u... Grab a physical copy of all 75 issues + 3 specials from: FREEZE64.com #RetroGaming
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Rare back issues of FREEZE64 1 to 29 are now back in stock for a limited time. Once these are gone, I doubt there will be another reprint. Grab your copies from: freeze64.com/issues-1-12/ freeze64.com/issues-13-24/ freeze64.com/issues-25-36/ 👉DM me for a discounted price! 👈
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
FREEZE64 issue 76 Includes: Charles Goodwin interview; the great Julian Rignall’s CCRAPBACK; Chris Stanley’s game dev diary; Invasion Anarchy; and we welcome new team member Warren Pilkington to FREEZE Towers. + lots, LOTS more #Commodore64 #C64 content Full details at: freeze64.com/freeze64-iss...
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
After 4 years absence, the first 15 issues of FREEZE64 from 2016 and 2017 are now back in stock! Grab your piece of FREEZE64 #Commodore64 history from: freeze64.com/issues-1-12/ and freeze64.com/issues-13-24/ All be adding more back issues over the next few days #C64 #RetroGaming
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 16/04/2025
An update to Invasion Anarchy for the #commodore64 - designchaos.itch.io/invasion-anarch… #c64 #xp
A screenshot of the proficiency bonus screen from Invasion Anarchy on the Commodore 64
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 11/04/2025
Here's a recent look at my WIP game for the #c64; it doesn't look like much yet, but it plays pretty well. I have some vague plans for the game once the control method is done. #commodore64 #gamedev #indiedev
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 08/04/2025
The Ribbon of Proficiency - Invasion Anarchy designchaos.itch.io/invasion-anarch… #c64 #indiegame #commodore64
A close-up screenshot of the scoreboard from Invasion Anarchy on the Commodore 64 with a purple arrow pointing to the ribbon of proficiency symbol.
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
FREEZE64 issue 74 is available to buy from: freeze64.com/freeze64-iss... Features: Cauldron | Interview with its developer Richard Leinfellner | Julian Rignall | Andrew Braybrook | Chris Stanley | Looney Balloon | Gameboy Tetris | Ladybird | Hunchback 2 | SpaceBike #Commodore64 #C64
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Calling all #ZXSpectrum enthusiasts! You can now pre-order our brand-new A5 printed zine FREEZE-ZX issue 1, which is set for Summer 2025 release. Pre-order today from: freeze64.com/freezezx-issue-1 #ZXSpectrum #Speccy #Sinclair #ZX81 Please share the news! 😊🙏
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 31/03/2025
A quick reminder that all of the games we’ve made for the #commodore64 including Freaky Fish, Ewe Woz ‘Ere and Invasion Anarchy are available to download for free at designchaos.itch.io #c64 #indiegame
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 28/03/2025
With Invasion Anarchy finished and released, I have begun working on another game idea, starting with a control method for the player and a few work in progress sprites and animations. Gravity, speed and drag will all be tuned for playability as the game progresses. #commodore64 #gamedev #indiedev
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
A quick play of Invasion Anarchy for the Commodore 64, which has finally been released and is available to download from designchaos.itch.io/invasion-anarchy #commodore64 #c64 We’ll have a review and some goodies on this fab arcade shooter in FREEZE64 issues 76 and 77. FREEZE64.com
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 23/03/2025
Invasion Anarchy, our latest game for the #commodore64 has finally been released and is available to download from CSDb and our Itch page at designchaos.itch.io/invasion-ana.... #c64 #gamedev #indiegame @freeze64.bsky.social
Invasion Anarchy title screenInvasion Anarchy gameplay screen
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Here’s me having my first ever play of a fabulous shoot-‘em-up that’s currently in the making by @chrx. It’s called INVASION ANARCHY and is coming soon to a #Commodore64 #C64 near you. It will definitely make an appearance in FREEZE64.com
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Vinny Mainolfi | FREEZE64.com | Commodore 64 @freeze64.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Calling all fans of the #Commodore64 The new issue of FREEZE64 is now available to buy from: freeze64.com/freeze64-iss... If you enjoy learning about #C64 game development past and present, then *this* is the zine for you 🕹️⌨️📺
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Chrx @designchaos.net · 23/12/2024
Added some cheat codes to Invasion Anarchy and fixed a bug where the proficiency bonus was only being awarded if you were inefficient. #c64 #commodore64 #gamedev
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