One of the most popular trends in recent years has been “mini” replicas of consoles that were originally sold years ago. Nintendo’s NES Mini was the one that started this trend, and since then we’ve seen “miniaturized” consoles from Sega, Sony, and recently Atari with the 7800 Plus.
But it’s not just consoles; computers have also joined the trend, and Atari demonstrated this with the relaunch of the Atari 400. Today, the same company behind this project, Retro Games, has presented its new product, and it will be very familiar to many Spaniards.
We are talking about the ZX Spectrum, one of the most popular 8-bit computers of the 80s. Thanks to its small integrated format, which only had to be connected to a screen, and its low price compared to alternatives, The ZX Spectrum was incredibly popular in Europe
The Spectrum connected with the Spanish market in a way that other computers were not able to, thanks in part to the versions manufactured in Europe. The appeal The “golden age” of Spanish software It all started with Spectrum and with companies like Dinamic, Opera Soft and Topo Soft.
The Spectrum is the new product from Retro Games, which will allow us to relive or enjoy this experience for the first time. As is usual for the company, the design is a very close replica of the original computer, including the famous programmable keys that characterized it. In fact, it is not a “mini” version of the Spectrum, and It is the same size as the original device
As usual, the original hardware has been replaced by a modern system, which allows games to be run via emulation; the advantage is that The Spectrum is able to run software designed for for 48KB and 128KB memory versions
It also allows access to modern features such as rewinding up to 40 seconds or 4 different save slots, as well as displaying games in the original format or extended to current screens, with and without filters, and with the ability to adjust the borders and choose between 12 points.
The spectrum is compatible with 3,500 games; It is possible to use one of the four USB-A ports to connect an external storage drive and access the games we already have. In addition, the device comes with 48 pre-installed games, including Manic Miner, The Hobbit And Madly in lovein addition to Spanish Phantis And Army Movements.
The Spectrum can now be reserved in Europe, priced at 99.99 dollars, with a release date scheduled for November 21, 2024. Select stores will offer a limited edition with illustrations by Alfonso Azpirithe artist most associated with this era of Spanish software, in addition to two exclusive games: Wells & FargoAnd Journey to the Center of the Earth.