Microchess for the Kim-1, developed in 1976, was the first game program sold for home computers. Initially priced at $245, this game ran on systems like Apple, Tandy, Commodore, and more. The creator spent sleepless nights developing it, using a Kim-1 system with just 1K of memory. Over time, Microchess became a success, reflecting the era’s technological advancements. Interestingly, a modified version of it was later made available on PC by Bill Forster from New Zealand. Embodying a passion for both programming and chess, the creation of Microchess not only led to fulfilling a dream of starting a business but also showcased the power of desktop publishing techniques in the 1970s.
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