Atari Computing

Atari Computing was a UK-based magazine dedicated to the Atari ST and later Atari Falcon computer platforms. Emerging in the mid-1990s, it served as a continuation of the rich tradition of British Atari journalism following the decline of mainstream magazines like ST Format and Atari ST User. Produced by a passionate team of enthusiasts, Atari Computing catered to a committed user base that continued to explore the ST’s potential long after Atari exited the hardware market.

The magazine featured a blend of technical tutorials, hardware upgrade guides, programming tips (often in GFA BASIC, STOS, or assembly), and software reviews. It also offered in-depth looks at modern peripherals, hard drive integration, emulators, MIDI applications, and desktop publishing tools. Columns regularly focused on keeping legacy hardware alive through hardware repairs, accelerators, and OS enhancements like MiNT or MagiC.

In addition to print, Atari Computing fostered a strong sense of community. Its team organized UK Atari shows and meetups and provided software libraries via floppy disks or CD-ROMs bundled with the magazine. Though it had a smaller circulation compared to earlier Atari publications, it was critically important in supporting the platform during its "retro" phase. Today, Atari Computing is fondly remembered and preserved through fan archives and reprints.