Retro Games Ltd is bringing back the Amiga A1200 in a full-scale, modernized form. The company confirmed that pre-orders for the system will open on November 10, with units expected to reach customers in June 2026. While the price has not yet been revealed, new details highlight how this release aims to blend authenticity with modern convenience.
Bringing the Amiga A1200 Back to the Desk
The new A1200 recreates the original 1992 Commodore design in a full-size chassis that includes a working keyboard. Underneath the retro exterior, the hardware is based on a Linux single-board computer running Amiga emulation software, likely derived from the UAE line of emulators familiar to longtime users of the platform. Although it lacks the original side-loading floppy drive, the design still reflects the classic look that set the A1200 apart in the home computing era.
HDMI output replaces legacy connectors, making the system compatible with modern displays. Retro Games Ltd is also including a classic “tank” mouse and a CD32-style game controller, referencing the console variant built from Amiga technology in the 1990s.
A Library of 25 Classics and Room for More
The A1200 comes with 25 pre-installed Amiga games, featuring well-known releases such as the Turrican trilogy, Beneath a Steel Sky, and The Settlers 2. With four save slots available for each title, users can continue progress in games that never originally supported saving.
USB support allows players to load additional titles using formats like ADF and HDF. If WHDLoad compatibility is available, it could allow users to install and preserve games on a virtual hard disk, positioning the system as a highly capable nostalgia hub for retro Amiga gaming.
The Turrican trilogy
Beneath a Steel Sky
The Settlers 2 (recently ported to Amiga after 30 years)
Workbench Returns for More Than Games
In addition to gaming, the A1200 will feature an integrated version of Amiga Workbench, the classic operating environment known for its accessible multitasking interface. While the exact version is unconfirmed, a period-accurate approach suggests Workbench 3.0 or 3.1. Including the desktop mode keeps the system aligned with its original role as both a gaming and productivity computer.
A Look Back at the 1992 Original
When the Amiga 1200 launched in 1992, Commodore positioned it as the next step in consumer multimedia computing. It featured a Motorola 68EC020 CPU running at 14 MHz, double the speed of the previous generation, and came with 2MB of Chip RAM. The AGA graphics chipset supported larger color ranges and stronger performance than earlier Amiga systems, making the hardware appealing to users focused on graphics, animation, and games.
Motorola 68EC020 processor at 14 MHz
2MB Chip RAM
Internal IDE hard drive support
AGA (Advanced Graphics Architecture) for improved visuals
Continuing Retro Games Ltd’s Nostalgia Strategy
Retro Games Ltd has built a product line around reviving consumer computers from the 1980s and 90s. Past releases include multiple versions of the Commodore 64, the VIC 20, the ZX Spectrum, and a smaller Amiga 500 model. The new A1200 marks another step in recreating significant platforms from computing history while making them more accessible to today’s audience.
The C64 Mini and full-size C64
VIC 20
ZX Spectrum
The A500 Mini
Pre-Orders and Release Timing
According to Retro Games Ltd, pre-orders will be available beginning November 10, with the rollout of units scheduled for June 2026. Further updates, including pricing and final technical specifications, are expected in the lead-up to launch.
Pre-orders open: November 10
Launch and shipping: June 2026
Price: To be confirmed
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does the new A1200 release?
Retro Games Ltd plans to begin shipping units in June 2026.
When do pre-orders open?
Pre-orders will open on November 10.
How much will the A1200 cost?
The company has not yet announced pricing.
Does the A1200 support HDMI?
Yes, the remake includes an HDMI connection for compatibility with modern displays.
How many games come pre-installed?
The system includes 25 classic Amiga games, with the option to add more via USB.
Does the keyboard work?
Yes, the device includes a fully functional keyboard, unlike smaller mini reproductions.
Can Workbench be used like the original Amiga OS?
The A1200 features an integrated Workbench desktop, though the exact version is not yet confirmed.
Will WHDLoad be supported?
Support has not been officially confirmed, but if implemented, it would improve game installation and storage options.
