Amiga User International

Amiga User International (AUI) was one of the earliest and most influential UK-based magazines dedicated to the Commodore Amiga computer line. First published in November 1986 by Croftward Publishing, it became a vital resource for Amiga users throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. With a strong focus on both productivity and creativity, AUI catered to professionals, artists, educators, and hobbyists alike.

Each issue featured a blend of in-depth software and hardware reviews, tutorials, news updates, and user-contributed tips. AUI covered a wide range of topics including desktop publishing, 3D graphics, animation, music production, telecommunications, and programming in languages such as ARexx, C, and assembly. It was also one of the first magazines to cover the Amiga’s potential in professional media environments, including video editing and sound design.

AUI gained a reputation for its clear layout, editorial independence, and well-structured content. It regularly included cover-mounted floppy disks filled with demos, utilities, and trial software, which became an essential part of the user experience.

The magazine underwent changes in ownership and design over the years and eventually ceased publication in 1997 after releasing 127 issues. Today, Amiga User International is remembered as a cornerstone of Amiga journalism and an invaluable guide during the platform’s formative and creative peak.