This episode covers April 1983, includes a wafadrive review plus old and new games including More Tea Vicar and Maritrini.
Welcome to Episode 3 of The Spectrum Show. In this episode we look back to May 1983 and get the Spectrum news and new game releases. We also have another arcade shoot-out and compare Spectrum versions of Asteroids. We also review some early Quicksilva games and look at some newer releases.
Welcome to Episode 4 of The Spectrum Show. In this episode we look back to June 1983 and get the Spectrum news and new game releases. We also track the evolution of the joystick interface. We also review some early Software Projects games and look at some newer releases.
In this episode we go back to July 1983 and take a look at all the Sinclair news and Spectrum game releases. We have the first part of our game creation feature and there is the usual old and new game reviews.
In this episode we go back to August 1983 and take a look at all the Sinclair news and Spectrum game releases. We have the second part of our game creation feature and there is the usual old and new game reviews.
In this episode we take a look back to September 1983 to get all the latest Sinclair news and latest Spectrum game releases. We have a Spectrum arcade shootout -- this time it's Moon Patrol. Which of the Spectrum versions will come out on top? We review some older games and take a look at some newer titles.
In this episode we take a look back to October 1983 to get all the latest Sinclair news and latest Spectrum game releases. We go large with Spectrum gaming and review some older games and take a look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to November 1983 and take a look at all the Sinclair news and Spectrum game releases. We have an arcade shoot-out, this time we compare all the Spectrum Galaxian clones and there is the usual old and new game reviews.
This is the last episode in the series, but don't worry, I will return after a short break. In this episode we go back to December 1983 and take a look at all the Sinclair news announce the Christmas top ten. The episode is also an Automata Special covering the company and their games.
The new series starts here - and we're in High Definition too. 1984 kicks off and we get all the Sinclair news and latest game releases. We take a look at the Currah Speech Unit. Some old Abbex games get scrutinised, and we look at a newer title.
In this episode we go back to February 1984 for all of the Sinclair news and latest Spectrum game releases. We compare Missile Command clones to find the best Spectrum version plus there is the usual old and new game reviews.
In this episode we go back to March 1984 for all the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. we take a look at how adventure games started and changed. We review some older titles and take a look at a newer game.
In this episode we go back to April 1984 to get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. We review the last of the Spectrums -- the Plus 3. We review some older games and take a look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to May 1984 and get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. We have a mammoth arcade clone shoot and go ape over the best Donkey Kong clone. See how good I am at C-Tech's version... no really... We check out some older games and look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to June 1984 and get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. We look back a dark period in emulator history as its tenth anniversary passes. We check out some older games and look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to July 1984 and get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. With our new Plus 3 we do some tape to disc conversions the modern way after finding the older ones to be useless. We check out some older games and look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to August 1984 for the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. We have an arcade clone shoot out - this time we compare Q*Bert clones! We review some older games and take a look at some newer titles.
In this episode we go back to September 1984 for the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. We go back to the brith of electronic publishing and check out the many tape magazines for the Spectrum. We review some older games and take a look at some newer titles.
In this episode though, we go back to October 1984 for all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. And, in an end of series special we take a look at all of the games from Imagine Software. The real Imagine before they went bust in July 1984. That's a massive twelve games, all reviewed in this episode! It was a mammoth gaming session that saw me playing some truly terrible games for your entertainment! Was it all worth it? You'll have to watch and find out.
The new series gets underway and in this episode we go back to November 1984 to get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum Games. Our special feature covers Sinclair Interface 2. We review some older games, and take a look at newer titles. We also have a brand new segment to end the show.
In this mammoth episode we take a look at the news and top selling games from December 1984 and play loads of Scramble clones to see which version is best. Not only that, but we review some older games, check out a newer title and examine a type-in game not seen since 1983. Yes, it's a whopper, weighing in at over 37 minutes of Speccy goodness. Enjoy.
In this episode we go back to January 1985 to get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games. I finally get my hands on the DIVide - the device that gives the Spectrum fast, mass storage using modern technology. We review some older games, take a look at a newer titles and take a trip to type-in corner.
It's that time of year again, the time of drinking too much, eating too much and shouting at the television, and so we try to bring you some respite. In this episode we take a look back to all the Christmas top ten games for the first four years of the ZX Spectrum's life. We play some Christmas themed games, and there are some terrible ones out there! We also check out two Christmas type-ins -- one of which needs your help to get working. Seasonal greetings to all our viewers, thanks for your time.
In this episode we take a look at the news and top selling Spectrum games for February 1985. We examine the Spectrum Demo scene and give you a rough guide to demos. We review a few older games, take a look at a new title and review a type-in game in Type-In-Corner.
In this episode I take a look at the news from March 1985. I look at loading digital games into real hardware. I review some older games and experiment with an adventure! I take a look at a newer game and end the show with Type-In Corner. Thanks for watching. Check my blog for details of other shows and complete episode guides. The game featured in Type-In Corner will be available to download from the blog too.
In this episode I take a look at the news from April 1985. I review the ZX Interface 1 and ZX Microdrive. I review some older games. I take a look at a newer game and end the show with Type-In Corner. Thanks for watching. Check my blog for details of other shows and complete episode guides. The game featured in Type-In Corner will be available to download from the blog too.
In this episode I take a look at the news from May 1985. I compare arcade clones for one of the all time great blasters - Defender. I review some older games. I take a look at a newer game and end the show with Type-In Corner. Thanks for watching. Check my blog for details of other shows and complete episode guides. The game featured in Type-In Corner will be available to download from the blog too.
In this episode I take a look at the news from June 1985. I try to connect my Spectrum to my PC to transfer files and rescue old microdrives. I review some older games. I take a look at a newer game and end the show with Type-In Corner. Thanks for watching. Check my blog for details of other shows and complete episode guides. The game featured in Type-In Corner will be available to download from the blog too.
In the last episode of the series, I take a look at the news and top selling Spectrum games from July 1985. In an end of series special, I take a look at probably the best known game publisher on the Spectrum, Ultimate Play The Game.
It's the new series! In this episode I get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from October 1985. I break out the Magnum Light Phaser and put it to the test. I review some older games and a new game. Type-in corner is back. I also have two new sections; Playing tips and Demo Of The Month.
In this episode I get all the latest Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from September 1985. It's the second part of our lightgun feature, and we test the Cheetah Defender. I review some older games and a new game. We drop into Type-in corner, we have Playing tips and the Demo Of The Month.
In this episode...we get all the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from October 1985. I try to compare the masses of frogger clones, I review some older games, take a look at a newer title, pay a visit to type in corner, give you some playing tips and end with my demo of the month. It’s a big episode…enjoy..
In this episode...we get all the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from November 1985. I take a look at the Cheetah Rat - an infra-red, wireless joystick. I review Quatro Arcade from Codemasters, take a look at Kyd Cadet 3, give you some playing tips and end with my demo of the month.
In this episode...we get all the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from December 1985. I explore the evolution of game cover art. I review Blasteroids, Race Fun and Xanthius, take a look at the new game Altair, give you some playing tips and end with my demo of the month.
In this episode...we get all the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from January 1986. It's arcade shoot out time again, this time I check out Berzerk clones. I review Hunchback, F16 Fighting Falcon and Red Heat, take a look at the new game Sector Invasion, give you some playing tips and end with my demo of the month.
In this episode we take a look at the Sinclair news and top selling Spectrum games from February 1986. In the feature I test out the Datel Light Writer light pen. I review Road Racer from Thorn EMI, Ultima Ratio from Firebird and The Guardian from PSS. The new game reviewed is Gimmie Bright.
This episode we get all the Sinclair news and top selling games from March 1986. I check out a Spectrum emulator for my mobile phone. I review Super Hang-On, Frank N Stein, Blue Thunder and Sea Dragon. There is also a new type-in game, some playing tips and the demo of the month.
This episode we get all the news and top selling games from April 1986. I put the RAMWRITE / RAMPRINT interface through its paces. I review Dungeons, Buck Rogers and Penetrator. I take alook at a new game, Sunbucket. There is the usual type-in-corner, Playing Tips and Demo of the Month.
This is the last in the current series, and we’re going out with a bang. This entire episode takes a look at the magazines of the 8 bit era, from the very beginnings in 1978 up to the end of the Spectrum’s commercial life and beyond. As well as the usual favourites like Crash and Sinclair User, there are a few you might not have heard about. It took a long time to put this episode together, around five months on and off, so I hope you enjoy it. I will be taking a short break but will be back with the new series shortly.
This episode we get all the news and top selling games from May 1986. I play with the Smart Card - a great peripheral for fast loading games. I review Zaxxan and Cauldron. I take alook at a new game ZX Destroyer. There are three new sections: Hidden Gems with Geoff Neil, a game development diary from Jason Bullough and a section looking at serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from June 1986. In an arcade shoot out, we compare BattleZone clones. Games reviewed include Kickboxing and Volcanic Dungeon, plus the development diary, hidden gems and a look at some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from July 1986. I get my hands on the new Sinclair Vega. Games reviewed include Dynamite Dan, River Rescue and Castlevania Spectral Interlude. The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from August 1986. I test the hard to get hold of Stack Light Rifle. Games reviewed include Moon Cresta, Street Gang Football, Luna Crabs and BaldyZX. The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from September 1986. I report from the recent Replay Expo. Games reviewed include Adventureland, Dandy and Stormfinch. The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from October 1986. We have a Lunar Rescue shoot out. I review Arcadia, Scooby Doo and Explorer. The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from November 1986. Mat Dolphin reviews the Vidi ZX. I review World Class Leaderboard, Robot Riot and 4K Race Refuelled . The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from December 1986. I look at and listen to some B-Side content. I review Pssst, Lightforce and Wunderchars. The development diary continues and Geoff brings us another hidden gems. I finish with some serious software.
In this episode we take a trip through the news from January 1987. I look at the Cheetah Sound Sampler. I review Total Recall, Transmuter and The Hobbit 128. The development diary ends with the completion of the game and Geoff brings us another hidden gem. I finish with some serious software.
It's a special anniversary episode with a real mixed bag of things for you to enjoy. In this episode we take a look back over the last three years. I review the Spectrum 128 and two 128k games Midnight Resistance and Daily Thompson's Olympic Challenge. I revisit Type-In corner and bring you unseen games. And keep watching at the end for an anniversary treat :-)
In this episode we take a look at the news from February 1987. I get my hands on the RD Digital Tracer. I review Sonic Boom, Rock N Wrestle, Haunted Hedges and Spec Ball. Geoff takes a look at Jet Set Willy Mods. And I end with a look at ZX Trans. Serial transfer of data to the Speccy.
Episode 52 gets underway and we take a look at the Brazilian Spectrum clones. There are reviews of Renegade, Antics, Swordfight and Wanderers Chained in the dark.
Episode 53 arrives and we check out the news from April 1987 and take a look at the Cheetah Specdrum. There are reviews of Gyroscope, Olli & Lisa 3, Deep Core Raider and Gold Rush.
Episode 54 arrives and we check out the news from May 1987. We have as massive arcade shootout with Centipede and look at the Ram Turbo interface. There are reviews of Nightmare Rally, SOS, 3D Tanx and Black Star.
Episode 55 is here.. we check out the news from June 1987. I take a look through the many fanzines for the Spectrum. There are reviews of Dominator, Super G-Man, Battle City and 3D Space Wars. Also the JSW mods and a book review to end with.
Episode 56 arrives.. we check out the news from July 1987. I report from the recent Replay Expo in Manchester. There are reviews of Brian Clough's Football Fortunes, Marauder, Pentacorn Quest and Star Clash. Also the JSW mods and a type-in to end with.
Episode 57 arrives.. we check out the news from August 1987. Thanks to a viewer I check out loading and protection systems for Spectrum games. There are reviews of Trantor The Last Stormtrooper, 3D Grand Prix, The Dark and Cookie. Also the JSW mods and the random end bit. Thanks to PROSM for writing the protection feature. I am always looking for new features, so feel free to get in touch if you have an idea.
Welcome to Episode 58. In this episode we check out the news from September 1987. I examine the rise of isometric games. There are reviews of Knight Lore, Kung Fu Knights, Spectres and Sewer Rage. Also the JSW mods and the random end bit.
Welcome to Episode 59. In this episode we check out the news from October 1987. I play with a K-Mouse interface. There are reviews of Gauntlet, Pitfall 2, Wanted Monty Mole, Sam Mallard and 3D Tunnel. Also the JSW mods and the random end bit.
Welcome to Episode 60 - the last in the current series. In this end of series special I take a look at the trials and tribulations of Rabbit Software along with all their games. I review a Comcon interface, watch some game endings and there is a sneak preview of a new feature for next series.
In this first episode of the new series I take a look at Micro Command, a device to control your Speccy using your voice. I review Aquarius, Outrun, Gobbleman and Vallation, catch up with some demos and report from Revival 2017. Geoff and I chat about old computer shops too, so something for everyone.
This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from December 1987. I compare Robotron clones and review DNA Warrior, Devils of the Deep, Snake Escape and Spawn of Evil. Geoff and I chat about a Vortex game and I end by reviewing Mel Croucher's excellent book.
This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from January 1988. I get Infocom games working on a real Spectrum and review Maziacs, Time Scanner, Code Zero and Invasion Force. Geoff and I chat about new hardware and I end with a review of the Play Blackpool event.
This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from February 1988. I get check out the Alphacom 32 printer and review Chase HQ, Gift From The Gods, The Black Hole and Ooze. Geoff and I chat about more new hardware and I end with the Space Invaders emulator.
Welcome to episode 65. This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from March 1988. I use a USB floppy drive to make +3 discs and review Bionic Ninja, Ad Astra, Ground Attack and Squares. Geoff and I chat about retro events and I end with a type-in special.
Welcome to episode 66. This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from April 1988. I finally get to play with the ZX Printer and review Salamander, Monty is Innocent, Space Junk and Meteroids. Geoff and I chat about old hardware and I end with a report from Replay Manchester.
Welcome to Episode 67. This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from May 1988. It's arcade clone shootout time again, with Joust coming under scrutiny. I review Gee Bee Air Rally, Deathstar Interceptor, Terrapins, Egg Head Goes To Town and Pinball Wizard. Geoff and I chat about Spectrum magazines and I end by trying to fix a ZX Box.
Welcome to episode 68. This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from June 1988. I finally get my hands on the recreated ZX Spectrum. I review Slap Fight, Discs of Death, Crystal Kingdom Dizzy and Brainstorm. Geoff and I chat about the Spectrum Next and I end with a mystery.
Welcome to episode 69. This month we take a look back at the news and top selling games from July 1988.
Welcome to episode 70 - End of series special. It's a mixed bag and an extra long episode. C-Tech come under the spot light and I try to discover what makes a good game. I also get to mess about with some old computers trying to setup emulators, have a chat to Geoff and generally have a good time.
Welcome to episode 71 and the new series. In this episode we get all the news and top selling games from August 1988. I review the new Omni128HQ - the laptop Spectrum. Galaxians, Surf Champ and Subterranean Stryker get reviewd along with Horace and the Robots. Geoff is back with more chat and I end with some odd-ware.
Welcome to episode 72. In this episode we get all the news and top selling games from September 1988. I take a look into the myth that is Bandersnatch.. I review Sports Hero, Hard Drivin, Sword of Ianna and 3D Deathchase. I run through some new releases, chat to geoff and look at the Smartcard firmware update.
In this episode we look at the Sam Coupe, its games and Spectrum Emulation. I review Trader, Time Machines, Ninja Gaiden Shadow Warriors and Bonkers. There is also a report from the recent Retro Revival Generation X event.
In this episode we look at the news and games from November 1988. I Sweet Talk my Spectrum with the Cheetah Sweet Talker. I review R-Type, Kai Temple, Formula 1 Simulator, Twinlight and Monster Muncher. Geoff and I talk about emulation and I end with a quick look at the Kempston Pro Interface.
In this episode we look at the news and games from December 1988. I finally get a DK'Tronics keyboard. I review Thunderblade, Macadam Bumper, ROVR and Styx. Geoff and I talk about our gaming history and I end with a quick look AGDX.
Welcome to Episode 76. In this episode we look at the news and games from January 1989. I look at the un-released Parker ROMS. I review Space Crusade, Olympaid 86, Bobby Carrot and Star Warrior. Sadly no time for a chat this episode, but there is a new type-in game.
Welcome to Episode 77. In this episode we look at the news and games from February 1989. I look at the TZX Duino - the digital tape player. I review Laserwarp, Pub Games, Tea-Leaf Ted and Hard Cheese. I chat to Geoff and end with a pimped-up Speccy.
Welcome to Episode 78. In this episode we look at the news and games from March 1989. I play with the Genius mouse. I review Doomsday Castle,Thrust, Mighty Final Fight and Phasorchase. I chat to Geoff and end with some demos.
Welcome to Episode 79. In this episode we look at the news and games from April 1989. Mat Dolphin examines something that makes the Spectrum stand out. I review Wizard Willy, Xavior, Sqij 2018 and 3D Painter. I chat to Geoff and end with a look at a magazine.
Welcome to Episode 80. The last show in the current series. We throw away convention and just do random stuff, as we always do for the last episode in the series. Hope you enjoy it and we'll be back soon (after a short break, possible house move and new office set up).
Welcome to Episode 81. It's the new series. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from May 1989. I get printing with the Kempston printer interface. I review Golden Axe, Scramble, Birds and the Bees and Robot Rumble. Plus the usual chat and a look at some Spectrum game remakes.
Welcome to Episode 82. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from June 1989. I look at the keyword system to see if it's any good. There are reviews of Frank Bruno's Boxing, Sacred Armour of Antiriad, Quadron and 3D Seiddab Attack Plus the usual chat and a look at some Spectrum educational titles.
Welcome to Episode 83. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from July 1989. I setup a DS-lite for Spectrum games. There are reviews of Barmy Burgers, Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge, Old Tower and Apple Jam. Plus the usual chat and a look at AGD Compendium.
Welcome to Episode 84. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from August 1989. I get my hands on an Echo Keyboard. There are reviews of Beachhead, Factory Breakout, Sardonic and Transversion. Plus the usual chat, Type-Corner comes back and we interview Jim Bagley.
Welcome to Episode 85. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from September 1989. I check out Arcade Software and their games. There are reviews of Space Harrier 2, Maze Death Rally X and Gold Mine. Plus the usual chat and a review of the Stonechip Amplifier.
Welcome to Episode 86. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from October 1989. I check out the Timex 2048 Portuguese Spectrum clone, and put it through it's paces. There are reviews of Spiky Harold, 1942 and Labyrinth. Plus the usual chat and a look at some remakes.
Welcome to Episode 87. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from November 1989. I check out the Kempston Mouse. There are reviews of Halaga, Mutations, One For The Road, R&R Golf and ZX Larry. Geoff and I chat about Bandersnatch, the Netflix movie. I also discover an exciting audio track on an old game.
Welcome to Episode 88. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from December 1989. I check out the DIV MMC Enjoy Pro One There are reviews of Ikari Warriors, Panama Joe, Booty The Remake and Proteus. Geoff and I chat about easter eggs and end with some demos.
Welcome to Episode 89. This episode we look at the news and top selling games from January 1990. I delve into Carnell Software and play their games. There are reviews of Mini-Putt, Trom, Map Of UK plus all the Carnell games including Black Crystal, The Crypt, Wrath of Magra and Volcanic Dungeon and more.
Welcome to Episode 90. Yes, it's the end of series special and as usual we'll be mixing things up a bit and moving away from the general format of the show. In this episode I look at hardware, and inclaude a special review od the very rare Heart Rate Monitor. I also look at CD Spectrum releases from the 90's and play a few games too.
Welcome to Episode 91 and the new series. The Spectrum Next has arrived and so this episode is dedicated to this machine. A full review including games old and new, hardware compatibility, online connectivity and more.
Welcome to Episode 92. In this episode I check out the ZX-HD. High definition output for your Spectrum. I review Pit Fighter, Super Space Invaders and TranzAm. I get serious with Word Manager, and have a chat to Geoff.
Welcome to Episode 93. In this episode I check out Protek Software and their games. I review Spy Hunter, Astro Blaster, Froggy and Zman. I read some books, and have a chat to Geoff with answers to a few Patreon questions.
Welcome to Episode 94. In this episode I slow down my Spectrum with various devices. I review Carnival, Storm and Hungry Horace. I have a chat to Geoff and look at Sinclair's business software.
Welcome to Episode 95 . In this episode I look at the world and game of Pimania. I review Daley Thompson's Decathlon, Delta Charge, Perils Of Willy and Androids. I have a chat to Geoff and look at Sinclair's educational software.
Welcome to Episode 97. In this episode I look at Cheetah Soft and their games. I review Smash TV, Sidewize, Laserbirds and Redshift. I have a chat to Geoff and look at some Spectrum books.
Welcome to Episode 98 . In this episode I look at the DK'Tronics Three Channel Sound Interface. I review Gryzor, Tarzan Goes Ape, Jawz and Bonnie & Clyde. I have a chat to Geoff and look at some promotional material.
Welcome to Episode 99 . In this episode I look at the games of K-Tel. I review Street Hawk, Spectraprobe and Coloco. I have a chat to Geoff and set up a Spectrum Next emulator.
Welcome to Episode 100. We finally made it - a one hour special. In this end of series episode I get my Spectrum online with the VTX5000 mode. I dig out my old Xbox and fire up the Spectrum emulator. I finally do the mammoth 26 minute Pacman clone shoot out! Geoff puts me through Desert Island Games.. and there are a few other bits too.
Welcome to Episode 101. In this episode I pimp my Spectrum +3 with a Gotek floppy emulator and stereo sound. I review Batman The Movie, Solomon's Key, Ground Force Zero and Last Train to Trans Central. Geoff looks at Q-Bee on the Next and I chat to Alan Turvey.
Welcome to Episode 102. In this episode I play golf.. a lot of golf! I review Psytron, Flappy Clive and I'm In Shock . Geoff looks at coding on the Next and I cotinue my chat with Alan Turvey. I also dip back into type-in corner.
Welcome to Episode 103. In this episode I check out the Fuller Sound Unit. I review Motos, Dan Dare, Castle of Dr Game and Gridrunner. Geoff reviews Dalta's Shadow on the Next and I continue my chat with Alan Turvey.
In this episode I check out the V-Drive. The modern, SD card Microdrive replacement. I review Ant Attack, I Of The Mask and Transylvanian Castle. Geoff looks at Z80 programming on the Spectrum Next, I continue my chat with Alan Turvey, and I finish with a look at the Konix Speeking.
In this episode I finally get the keyboard of my youth, the Lo-Profile. I review Chuckie Egg, Big Ben Strikes Again, Roger the Pangolin and Digger Dan. Geoff reviews 4k Race and Sweeper for the Spectrum Next and I continue my chat with Allan Turvey. Type-In Corner makes an appearance too.
Welcome to Episode 106. In this episode I look at the differences between some 48k and 128k games. I review Afterburner, Crystal Castles, Ant Eater and Odyssey 1. Geoff reviews Galaxy Of Error for the Spectrum Next and I continue my chat with Allan Turvey. Type-In Corner makes an appearance too.
Welcome to Episode 107. In this episode I get online with the Spectranet interface. I review Pro Skateboard Simulator, Chukie Egg 2 and Hell Yeah. Geoff reviews Next War on the Spectrum Next. I chat to Allan Turvey and end with a type in.
Welcome to Episode 108. In this episode I check out Sinclair Games Tapes 1 to 5. I review TechnoCop, Xcel, Asteroids RX and Road Racers. Geoff reviews Cauldragon on the Spectrum Next. I chat to Allan Turvey about Asteroids RX and future work.
Welcome to Episode 109. In this edition, I check out the ZXC4 ROM cartridge. I review Operation Wolf, Cavelon, Star Trek 3000 and Horace and the Spiders. I chat to Allan Turvey, look at a new Spectrum book and end with a type-in.
Welcome to Episode 110 - End of series special. In this edition, I compare BASIC Compilers and see how they work, and how good the results are. I review the SVI-CAS, multi-device tape replacement. I take alook at the Spectrum Classics CD from the 90s. I check out some old remakes. I review a few new titles. I re-build my Data 5000 case. I visit the Arcade Club and end with a chat to Geoff.
Welcome to Episode 111. In this edition, I finally get my hands on a Plus D disc interface. I review Super Cycle, Hunchback 2, Lost Treasures of Tulum and Sir Lancelot. Geoff checks out the lost levels to Manic Miner and I end with a good old type-in.
Welcome to the Christmas Special for 2021. In this festive episode I play some festive games including the new game by Allan Turvey, Snowed Under. I go through the Crash 1984 Christmas issue and check out the news and play some of the games reviewed. I look back at the Spectrum's very first Christmas, 1982, and see what was happening in the news.
Welcome to Episode 113. In this episode I get my hands on a Saga Keyboard. I review Enduro, Aliens, The Humans and Impossaball. Geoff looks at programming tools for the Spectrum Next and I end with a massive type-in.
Welcome to Episode 114. In this episode I check the games of Softek. I review Wonder Boy, Do Not Pass Go and Sinclair - The Trail Begins. Geoff does something with the Spectrum Next and I end with a book.
Welcome to Episode 115. In this episode I check the SPDOS Disc Interface. I review Bart vs. Space Mutants, Kosmic Kanga, New releases from Vintage Software Systems. Geoff finds a gem and I end with a type-in.
Welcome to Episode 116. In this episode I look back at the Home Computer Club. I review Dragon Spirit, River Raid and Shovel Adventure. Geoff experiments with Next Basic and I end with a type-in.
Welcome to Episode 117. In this episode I look at the Trickstick and move on to the Protocol 4. I review Lazer Tag, Tapper, Angels, TokiMal and Harrier Attack. Geoff creates one of my 'what-ifs' from way back.
Welcome to Episode 118. In this episode I look at the AMX Mouse. I review Quartet, Stunt Car Racer, Chez Maxime and Super Snails. Geoff reads a book and I end with some demos.
Welcome to Episode 119. In this episode I look at Amiga versions of Spectrum games. I review WEC LeMans, Caesar The Cat, Ms. Nam-Pac, Tiny Dungeons and Rubinho Cucaracha. Geoff reads the book Doomdark's Revenge.
Welcome to Episode 120. In this end of series special I look at Multiface devices. I review Lemmings and Butch Hard Guy. I look at compilations and Geoff and I have a chat.
It's the new series! In this episode I look at the Konix Liberator interface. I review Ninja Spirit, Rally Driver and Beethoven’s Revenge. Geoff and I chat about extras in games and in a new multi-part feature I try to run a business using the Spectrum.
Welcome to Episode 122. In this episode I look at the Codemasters CD Games Pack. I review Altered Beast, ATV Simulator, Gumi and Don't Panic. Geoff and I chat about completing games and I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum.
On November 26th at the Crash Live 2022 event at the Bescot Stadium in Walsall, Geoff and I did a live version of the show. Not everything went to plan, but we did manage to get the show done. Hope you enjoy this little deviation from normal service. In this episode we cover a few new releases, unusual hardware and 16k games.
Welcome to Episode 124 - The Festive Special. In this episode I play some festive games, check out what was happening at Christmas in 1984, I deep dive into a really bad game, chat to Geoff and even give you some festive type-ins. As a special gift to you I have also released my new festive game – but check out this video first.. it will give you some background.
Welcome to Episode 125. In this episode I look at Space Panic Clones. Geoff plays a game to completion while I chat to him, and I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum.
Welcome to Episode 126. In this episode I look at Romik Software and their games. I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum and end with a new type-in game.
Welcome to Episode 127. In this episode I look at the Stonechip Keyboard. I review UN Squadron, Strider 2 and Blockz. I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum, I chat to Geoff and end with a new type-in game.
Welcome to Episode 128. In this episode I look at the ZX VGA JOY. I review Cycles, Hellfire Attack, Dig Dug Doug and Laser Lord. I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum, I chat to Geoff and end with a type-in game.
Welcome to Episode 129. In this episode I look at Tempest clones. I review Minder, Headbanger Heaven, Rapedes and WycheWeald. I continue with my pretend business using the Spectrum.
Welcome to episode 130 of The Spectrum Show - End of Series Special. In this extended episode I delve into the mysteries of Basicode, a method of sharing programs over the airwaves for various computers, and checking out some of the files that were available. I setup and test the Sizif 512, a modern motherboard replacement for the 48K/128k/Pentagon, with tons of features. I also play some games and there's even a type in.
Welcome to the new series and episode 131. In a first of several features, Mat Dolphin takes us back to the PCW Show in London from the 80s. I review Mad Nurse, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Seraphima and Crazy Caverns. I chat to Allan Turvey about his new game, Lunar Rescue RX.
Welcome to the new series and episode 132. In this episode I review the British Micro Grafpad. I review Kat Trap, Passing Shot and The Unicorn. I chat to Geoff and play Commando at the same time and I look at Data Genie.
Welcome to the new series and episode 133. In this episode Mat Dolphin returns to the PCW Show from 1987. I review Buccaneer, Ninja Massacre, Speccy Soccer and Slap Dab. I chat to Geoff about games from 1982 and I end with a type-in.
Welcome to the new series and episode 134. In this episode I check out the Kempston Disc Interface. I review Road Runner, Firehawks, City Connection 128 and Cobra Force. I chat to Geoff and end with a type-in game.
Welcome to The Spectrum Show Live 2023. Filmed with five cameras (one of which failed!) this is our live show from the Crash 2023 event in Kenilworth on November 18th. Enjoy the light-hearted discussions and chat about all things Spectrum.
Welcome to episode 136 - The Festive Special. In this episode Geoff and I take the December issues of Your Computer from 1983 and make an episode out of it. We often move off on a tangent and chat about other things, but it's a nice relaxing festive special.
Welcome to episode 137. In this episode Mat Dolphin continues his look at the PCW Show. I review Paperboy, Gunstar, Crazy Caverns and Hopman. Geoff and I chat while I play Fred and I end with a type-in.
Welcome to episode 138. In this episode I take a look at the ZX-AY interface. I review Fiendish Freddie's Big Top O Fun, Bomber Bot, Mighty Magus and Magic Meanies. I test out an Interface II clone and end with a type-in.
Welcome to episode 139. In this episode Mat Dolphin completes his look at the PC Show with 1989. I test the ZX Pico MD, a hardware Microdrive emulator. I review Star Wars and Kane.
Welcome to episode 140. It's the end of series special. In this episode I look at various pieces of hardware both new and old including the ZX Touch and The Gamesboard. I play Quazer and Yeadow. I look at some old demos and test a few multi-cart ROM games. Back soon with a new series.
This is a short special episode covering the Play Expo event in Manchester held on 13th and 14th October 2012. There is no coverage of new systems or games, just good old fashioned retro stuff and of course the Spectrum.
A Spectrum Show Special covering the Replay Expo event in Manchester.
Introducing my new mini series, The Spectrum Show 16k Edition. This this series I will be looking exclusively at 16k games for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. This episode I look at Mission Impossible from Silversoft.
This episode I look at Speed Duel from DK'Tronics.
The Spectrum Show 16K Edition. Ghost Hunt by PSS 1983. Could this be some spooky game of terror or just a below average pacman game?
The Spectrum Show 16K Edition. Invaders by Artic Computing 1982. Is this a poor character based jerk-fest or one of the best Space Invaders games for the Spectrum?
Welcome to the Spectrum Show Anniversary Special. Its two years since the show first appeared on YouTube, and this show marks that occasion by looking back over the last 24 months. I also play some games that I completely fail to progress on, I reveal my top ten games and I show some of my ancient BASIC games from the 1980s. Finally we have a speed test across multiple hardware devices. Thanks for staying with me over the last 2 years, and I hope you continue to enjoy the show.
The Spectrum Show 16K Edition. Pool by Bug-Byte Software released in 1982. An early pool game that ignores the rules, but is it any good?
The Spectrum Show - 16K Edition. Quackers by Rabbit software from 1983. The cover gives the game away, its a Carnival clone - but is it any good?
A very early Phoenix variant from Softek - but is it any good?
Welcome one and all to this special festive episode. I wasn't planning on doing one this year, but had just about enough stuff to make it worth while. In this episode.. I play some festive games... I look at some games that never made it... I compare magazine Christmas covers.. and end with a Christmas type-in. Thanks for watching. See you all next year.
Welcome one and all to The Spectrum Show Xmas Special 2019. We get all festive with some type-ins, and also look at some commercial releases and cover tapes. Geoff and I have chat and I flick through some festive magazines from different periods of the Spectrum's life. Have a good time folks and see you soon with a whole new series.
Welcome to the in between episodes episode! Just something to keep you entertained while I work on the next series, which will be back in February. This is a small (very) sample of some of my many Patreon videos (60+ at the time of writing). Some are not scripted, some are extracts from larger videos - enjoy. Contents: Did they really sell this? - A look at a few very bad games. Ignored Magazines - Home Computer Advanced Course Unused Chat - Panic Best of PCW Type-Ins part 1 Early DK'Tronics games (extract - 1 game)
In this one hour special, Geoff interviews Chris Wilkins, the man behind Fusion Retro Books. They discuss early Spectrum days, first steps into publishing and Crash magazine.
A tribute to Sir Clive Sinclair - 1940 to 2021. The man behind so many innovations including the pocket calculator, pocket TV and of course the ZX Spectrum.