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Instant Graphics and Sound on Atari ST BBS: A Retro Tech History

2025-01-06

This multi-part series chronicles the rise and impact of the "Instant Graphics and Sound" (IGS) format on Atari ST bulletin board systems (BBSs). From its beginnings in 1988 within an Atari user group in Florida to the psychedelic animations by artist Steve Turnbull on CrossNet in 1991, the series explores how IGS transformed the Atari BBS scene. It features stories of developers like Larry Mears and Steve Turnbull, and highlights the vibrant community interaction and contributions.

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IGNITE: The First All-IGS Art Pack Released!

2025-01-05

Mistigris art group and Break Into Chat have released IGNITE, the first-ever art pack entirely in the IGS (Instant Graphics and Sound) format. IGS is an obscure graphics protocol for BBSes, and IGNITE is a tribute to its creator, Larry Mears. The pack includes static images and animations on diverse themes and features a web-based IGS drawing tool, JoshDraw, created by the author. IGNITE supports Atari ST and is available in various compatible formats.

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