Retro BB marks the Amiga A1200 birthday with a heartfelt video tribute celebrating 33 years of one of Commodore’s most beloved machines. The short clip captures the story of John, the Amiga A1200 purchased from Amibay back in 2010, which has remained Retro BB’s daily retro driver ever since. Though his original unit failed due to a Lisa chip issue, this replacement continues to shine, running flawlessly in 2025.
A Look Inside the Classic
The video showcases the A1200’s vibrant activity, including its floppy drive light flickering with life and the familiar hum of AmiAMP playing tunes in the background. Highlights include gameplay from DOOM, Golden Axe, Cannon Fodder, and F-15 Strike Eagle II, all running on real Amiga hardware. There’s even a look at the 3D Construction Kit and a clever setup with an 8-inch CRT showing AmiTube in monochrome glory.
Still Running Strong
With a 68060 CPU, CompactFlash storage, and an Innovision MK3 adapter, this Amiga A1200 birthday celebration proves that the classic machine is far from forgotten. From disk copying with XCopy to ProTracker’s musical finish, Retro BB’s tribute captures the enduring charm and energy of the A1200 — a true reminder that this system still has plenty of life left to give.
