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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.
Where Can I Sell My Old Video Games for the Most Money?
This guide compares four platforms for selling used video games: DKOldies, The Old School Game Vault, Retro Games Plus, and GameFlip. It analyzes their pricing, payout methods (cash vs. store credit), and processes to help sellers maximize their earnings. The article highlights that direct buyers offer faster cash for bulk collections, while marketplaces like GameFlip can yield higher returns for individual high-value items but require more effort.
ZX Spectrum returns with new Spectral White version for 44th anniversary
Retro Games and Plaion have released a new anniversary edition of the ZX Spectrum, titled the Spectrum White ZX Spectrum, to celebrate its 44th anniversary. This full-sized recreation includes a rubber keyboard, 48 built-in classic games, modern HDMI output, USB ports, and a rewind feature. The standard edition costs £129, with a collector's edition available for pre-order at £199.99.
I still play my favourite ZX Spectrum game 38 years after it came out - Reader’s Feature
A reader shares their enduring passion for Laser Squad, a ZX Spectrum game released in 1988, highlighting its gameplay similarities to X-COM and its enduring appeal as a turn-based multiplayer experience. Despite its age and the limitations of the ZX Spectrum, the author finds the game's core mechanics timeless and continues to play it using emulation.
