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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.
Card JRPG ‘Dark Cards of Candlewood’ launches demo during Steam Next Fest June 2026 Edition
The single-player card RPG Dark Cards of Candlewood, developed by Lunoland and published by Joystick Ventures, will release a public demo on Steam during Steam Next Fest June 2026 Edition from June 15-22. The demo will feature the opening chapter, three recruitable party members, and five class-based card sets, offering a glimpse into the game's unique two-card combat system and roguelike deckbuilding elements. The full game is planned for a late 2026 launch on PC.