# Intv Prime

> Intv Prime shares new games, tools, and ideas for fans of the classic Intellivision© game console. A community-driven resource dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advancing the legacy of the world's first commercial 16-bit game system through original game development, comprehensive documentation, and developer tools.

Intv Prime is a passionate group of retro gaming enthusiasts and developers committed to creating authentic software for the Intellivision in the 21st century. The site provides comprehensive documentation, developer resources, and celebrates the gaming community through events like Intellivision Day.

## Core Resources

- [Intellivision FAQ](https://www.intvprime.com/intellivision-faq/): Comprehensive frequently asked questions covering History, Hardware, Software, People, Marketing, Organizations, Events, Publications, and Modern Resources. Updated for 2026 with contributor attributions and links to original sources.

- [Intellivision Catalog API](https://www.intvprime.com/intellivision-catalog-api/): A structured API for accessing comprehensive Intellivision game and software catalog data, enabling developers to integrate Intellivision game information into their applications.

- [The Minstrel's Legend](https://www.intvprime.com/the-minstrels-legend/): An original Intellivision game currently under development by Intv Prime, showcasing modern game creation for the classic console.

- [Papa Intellivision Searchable Content](https://www.intvprime.com/papa-intellivision-searchable-content/): OCR'd and converted searchable PDF library from Dave Chandler's "Papa Intellivision" collection, preserving historical Intellivision documentation and media.

## Developer Tools

- [Inty Letterpress](https://www.intvprime.com/releases/): Developer tool that uses TrueType fonts to create text that can be displayed on an Intellivision screen. Version 0.96. Available for download. Requires .NET Framework 4.7 runtime on Microsoft Windows 7+.

## Community Events

- [Intellivision Day](https://www.intvprime.com/intellivision-day-2026/): Annual celebration of the Intellivision's birthday (December 3, 1979). The worldwide Inty gaming community commits to playing games for at least an hour to honor the console's legacy. Includes online sign-up coordination for participants.

## Optional

- [Releases Page](https://www.intvprime.com/releases/): Complete list of Intv Prime game releases, tools, and development resources
- [Community Highlights](https://www.intvprime.com/classic-intellivision-community-hilights/): Curated content showcasing Intellivision fan projects and community activities
- [Media Streaming](https://www.intvprime.com/media-streaming/): Live streaming content related to Intellivision gameplay and retro gaming
- [Links](https://www.intvprime.com/links/): Curated directory of Intellivision-related websites and resources