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| Launched By | SpectNext Ltd |
| Additional Brands | Sinclair |
| Type | Microcomputer |
| Launch | 2020 |
The ZX Spectrum Next is the spiritual successor to Sinclair ZX Spectrum. It is totally compatible with original Speccy games, and can play new games designed for the platform. It supports not only loading from SD Card, but also from cassette tape, should you be a complete masochist.
Latest ZX Spectrum Next posts
Popular ZX Spectrum Next games
Angry Bloaters
2018
Nextoid!
2018
Dungeonette
2018
DeltaStar Earth Defence
2018
Montana Mike
2018
Dweebs Drop
2019
Bubblegum Bros.
2019
Crowley World Tour
2019
Wonderful Dizzy
2020
Warhawk
2020
Tyvarian
2020
Super Crate Box
In Development
Emulation
| System | Emulator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Windows / Mac OS / Linux | ZEsarUX | Emulates all Sinclair computers, as well as Sam Coupe, Timex TS 2068, Jupiter Ace, Amstrad CPC, Amstrad CPC 4128 |
| Windows | CSpect | By Mike Dailly |
| Mac / Windows | NX | Under Development |
Emulator information last updated 24th March 2020
Tech Specs and further details
| Name | Sinclair ZX Spectrum Next |
|---|---|
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Processor | FPGA-based Z80 |
| Developed by | Rick Dickinson, Victor Trucco, Fabio Belavenuto, Jim Bagley, Henrique Olifiers |
| Memory | 1MB RAM, expandable to 2MB |
| Display Output | HDMI port, VGA port |
| Colours | Up to 256 |
| Storage | SD Card, Cassette tape support via Mic and Ear ports |
| Input | Joysticks via DB9 port, Mouse support via PS/2 port |
| Cost | Launched via Kickstarter. £99 (just main board, no case); £175 (w/ case) |