Xbox veteran Larry 'Major Nelson' Hryb has joined Commodore as Community Development Advisor, marking a surprising move for the gaming icon. After nearly two decades as the public face of Xbox and a brief stint at Unity, Hryb is now tasked with revitalizing the 80s computer brand's global community. His role involves supporting and expanding Commodore's fanbase as the company attempts a comeback.

Hryb's appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Commodore, which recently revived its classic Commodore 64 Ultimate - an authentic recreation of its most famous 8-bit computer. The company is betting on nostalgia while trying to attract new creators and developers. Hryb emphasized the unique community engagement opportunity, noting that fans have kept the brand alive for 31 years without corporate support.

This move follows Hryb's departure from Unity in January, where he served as Director of Community and Advocacy for less than two years. His return to community-focused work at Commodore represents a full-circle moment, as he described the brand's situation as truly unique for community engagement. The gaming veteran now faces the challenge of modernizing Commodore while honoring its retro computing heritage.