Here is a little list of devices which reminds me of the 8-bit computers of the childhood , but made with modern technology. That kind of device can be an excellent choice for developing games and having fun!
The requirements for a device are that it should have a cover (not just a PCB), 8-bit architecture, lively community and the Basic interpreter
NOTE: This is not meant to be a comprehensive feature list. I intend to have there only the features I find the most important for this list
That said, feel free to add new entries or suggest them in this forum thread!
I really like the look of the various Foenix systems, the hardware, the software system and the chunky case and keyboard, but yeah the price does me in every time I consider it
I am thankful, however, that I got in on the 2nd ZXNext KS (2 / 3yrs ago!) so at least I’ll have that at some point soon-ish! Doh!
That’s a great list btw, I’d never even seen the N-Go before. I almost prefer the look of that keyboard to the one that comes with the Next!
I would buy Spectrum Next if that would still be possible. The case design is awesome! @Cartaymon How does the keyboard feel like?
Have you been involved in the Spectrum Next community (Discord/forum/FB)? It feels a lot quieter than e.g. with CX16 or MEGA65.
I’m still waiting for my KS2 Next to arrive but I’ll let you know as soon as I get it
Tbh, I’ve only skirted around the edges of the Next community. I didn’t want to get too involved until I knew my unit was on the way. I do know that the Facebook community pages are pretty active, as is the gaming scene. Not so sure about demoscene etc.
, but made with modern technology. That kind of device can be an excellent choice for developing games and having fun!
And that Speccy is out of stock.
