Christian Cawley

Christian Cawley is the founder and editor of GamingRetro.co.uk, a website dedicated to classic and retro gaming. With over 20 years of experience writing for technology and gaming publications, he brings considerable expertise and a lifelong passion for interactive entertainment, particularly games from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.

Christian has written for leading outlets including TechRadar, Computer Weekly, Linux Format, and MakeUseOf, where he also served as Deputy Editor.

When he’s not exploring vintage consoles or retro PCs, Christian enjoys building with LEGO, playing cigar box guitar, and experimenting in the kitchen.

The Electrifying Story of ZZAP!64

By: Christian Cawley

On: January 26, 2020

In: Miscellaneous retro stuff

Remembering the awesome Commodore 64 magazine Zzap!64Read More →

C64 Mini Grows into Full Sized Computer: The C64

By: Christian Cawley

On: January 10, 2025

In: Retro Consoles

Following the triumphant release of the C64 Mini in 2018, the little 8-bit revival has grown up! A full-sized C64 has been released by RetroGames, under license from Cloanto. Featuring C64 and VIC20 modes, The C64 also includes the carousel game selector mode prominent in the C64 Mini and 64Read More →

Royal Mail Issues Retro Gaming Stamps

By: Christian Cawley

On: January 7, 2020

In: Retro merchandise

A great new retro gaming collection of postage stamps and postcards is available from Royal MailRead More →