The Spectrum White Edition interview: ‘it smells the same as Christmas Day 1984'
Retro Games CTO Chris Smith discusses the company's mission to recreate classic 8-bit computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 with modern hardware. The Spectrum White Edition aims to capture the original experience, including programming capabilities, while offering modern conveniences like HDMI output and save states. Smith highlights the challenges of hardware replication and the importance of preserving gaming history for both nostalgic adults and curious younger generations.
Metro UK
- Entities
- Retro Games
- Paul Andrews
- Datel
- Darren Melbourne
- Mikro-Gen
- Nintendo Entertainment System
- The Hobbit
- Jeri Ellsworth
- ZX Spectrum
- Business
- Hardware Replication
- Team17
- Skool Daze
- Richard Altwasser
- The Great Escape
- ZX81
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