Software Discounts of America Magazine Ad 1988 Epyx Sierra Online 1980s Retro PC
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Software Discounts of America Magazine Ad 1988 Epyx Sierra Online 1980s Retro PC. The layout is a classic catalog-style magazine ad, featuring a dense directory of software titles for various platforms of the era, including the Apple IIGS, Commodore 64 (64K), and early IBM PC compatibles. This original 1988 print advertisement from Software Discounts of America (S.D. of A.) offers a fascinating look into the late 1980s PC gaming and software market. The layout is a classic catalog-style magazine ad, featuring a dense directory of software titles for various platforms of the era, including the Apple IIGS, Commodore 64 (64K), and early IBM PC compatibles. High-profile publishers such as Epyx, Sierra On-Line, Activision, Electronic Arts, and Infocom are prominently listed, showcasing iconic titles like Space Quest, Police Quest, California Games, and L.A. Crackdown. The graphic design reflects the functional, text-heavy aesthetic of 1980s computer mail-order catalogs, complete with small pixel-art style illustrations and the S.D. of A. logo featuring a map of the United States. The ad serves as a historical record of yuppie-era home computing culture, highlighting the transition from 8-bit to 16-bit gaming. Notable features include pricing lists for legendary franchises like Ultima, King's Quest, and Leisure Suit Larry, as well as productivity software from Berkeley Softworks and Davidson. The page includes detailed ordering information, including a Pittsburgh, PA post office box and early toll-free 1-800 phone numbers, capturing the pre-internet era of software distribution. This piece is ideal for collectors of vintage tech ephemera, retro gaming enthusiasts, or those interested in the history of software marketing. Verified Specifications: - Brand: Software Discounts of America (S.D. of A.) - Featured Brands: Epyx, Sierra, Activision, Electronic Arts, Infocom, Broderbund, Mindscape, Microprose - Product/Line: Computer Software and Video Games (Apple IIGS, C64, PC) - Item Type: Magazine Ad - Art Style/Historical Context: 1980s Tech/Mail Order Aesthetic; Retro Computing - Publication Details: Likely from a 1988 computer periodical (e.g., A+ Magazine or Compute!) - City/State: Pittsburgh, PA - Logos/Graphics: S.D. of A. USA Map Logo; Game box art for Space Quest, Police Quest, California Games - Slogans: "Free shipping on orders over $100 in continental USA" - Substrate/Material: Paper - Identifiers: P.O. BOX 111327-DEPT. AP-BLAWNOX, PA 15238; Circle 270 on Reader Service Card
