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The first thing to do after running CCS 64 is configuring the input. Most C64 games were operated through a joystick. However, when playing in a modern computer, it is best to play with the keyboard, as it tends to respond faster. Therefore, here are the instructions:
1 - When you see the CBM DOS prompt, press Alt+I. That brings up the input configuration menu.
2 - Set the "Control Port 1" to "Joystick" and "Mode" to "Key-set 1"
3 - Set the "Control Port 2" to "None" (unless you want to play with another person, in that case, select a different key-set, and configure the same way)
4 - Go to "Define Joystick Keyset..." and select the appropriate keys. (make sure the keyset number is the same as in step 2)
5 - After these changes, press Alt+8
6 - Select the appropriate ROM (its a image file, like a ISO), it will show the contents of the disk
7 - Select the program, press F1, CCS64 should run it 

However, certain games require manual start up. Follow all the steps until number 6, then:
7 - Select the first entry. If done correctly, you should return to prompt

If it is a one program disk, go to step 8. If not, go to step 10.
8 - Type LOAD"*",8,1
9 - Type RUN

If the disk has more than one program:
10 - Type LOAD"name of the program",8,1
11 - Type RUN
In case you don't know the name of the program:
Type LOAD"$",8
Type LIST, the directory of the disk should be displayed. Check program name.
Go to step 10

Keep in mind that different games use different joystick ports. Most games use port number 2, but there are exceptions. Press Alt+F10 to switch between them.


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