#spectrumnext — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #spectrumnext, aggregated by home.social.
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Pitman (Catnap) - #SpectrumNext homebrew version
#retrogaming #retrocomputing #zxspectrum
Pitman (Catnap) - ZX Spectrum ... -
I've released my new ZX Spectrum and Spectrum Next emulator out into the wild, it's been a long old slog, but I've finally got a beta version available to download and a shiny new website to boot. #emulator #zxspectrum #sinclair #spectrumnext #zxnext #specnext
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Phoebus Dokos left a challenge on the KS3 blog:
"Whomever figures out what the little icons are next to the joystick/serial ports wins something"
This might be your chance! 🤣
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spectrumnext/zx-spectrum-next-issue-3-0/posts/4576633#ZXSpectrumNext #SpectrumNext #ZXSpectrum
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I don't think I have ever seen so many speckies together before!
ZX Spectrum Next KS3, Production Day Update 3
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spectrumnext/zx-spectrum-next-issue-3-0/posts/4733594#ZXSpectrumNext #SpectrumNext #ZXSpectrum #Spectrum #speccy #retrocomputing #retrogaming
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NextForge -- development environment for #SpectrumNext See as well their other retro projects #retrodev #zxspectrum #retrocomputing
Next Forge (ZX Spectrum Next) ... -
ZX Spectrum Next implementation on a sub $30 Tang Nano 20k FPGA board.
by RetroSilicon
( via @rcl )
Impressive technical feat, fitting the Next core into a much smaller FPGA of a completely different architecture, the original Spectrum Next runs on the more powerful Xilinx FPGAs (Spartan, originally, and Artix class in KS2 and KS3. KS3 in particular will be delivering a Xilinx Artix-7 XC7A35T-2CSG324C).
All of which speaks highly of both the technical ability of RetroSilicon, and the quality and expansive vision of the SpecNext LLC implementation.
Repo:
https://github.com/RetroSilicon/NextNanoVideo demo, running Saboteur:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlwklhXbSbgPrice and availability of Tang boards from AliExpress may vary depending on your location, make sure you specify yours using the buttons on the top right
https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/1005005581148230.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2fra#SpectrumNext #Spectrum #ZXSpectrum #ZXSpectrumNext #speccy #retrocomputing #retrogaming
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It's coming up, it's coming up, it's coming up...
IT'S DARE!#ZXSpectrum #Speccy #Spectrum #ZXSpectrumNext #SpectrumNext #retrocomputing
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I think I have a problem.
whats that? addicted to collecting old computers?
dinnae be daft, I mean where do I put this atari ST I got the other day.
im running outta wall space.
#retrocomputing #retro_gaming #atari #commodore #amiga #dragon32 #zxspectrum #spectrumnext #atarist
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Virulent Veg -- 2D platformer for #SpectrumNEXT #retrodev #zxspectrum #retrocomputing #retrogaming
Virulent Veg by DavePow -
An interesting channel featuring #ZX81 #ZXSpectrum #retrodev content #retrocomputing #SpectrumNEXT
ZX Retro Gaming including 8 an... -
Multi-platform homebrew game now available for #SpectrumNEXT #retrodev #zxspectrum #retrocomputing #retrogaming
Wing Warriors (ZX Spectrum Nex... -
There’s a ton of work to be done on this, and it begins with the template and cover.
FREEZE-ZX issue 03.
Coming April 2026.
https://freeze64.com/freeze-zx/
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Interesting ZX Spectrum Next KS3 news, especially for KS1 and KS2 users who will be able to upgrade their Nexts to support the new dual drive system affordably with a new daughterboard designed for that purpose!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spectrumnext/zx-spectrum-next-issue-3-0/posts/4600932
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Live streaming this Thursday at 7.30pm; a selection of games from the Spectrum Next - the modern spiritual successor to the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. Hopefully see you there!
Channel Link:
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Unfortunately due to manufacturing and logistics delays The ZX Spectrum Next KS3 delivery has been pushed to late February.
Personally, I prefer the Next team to deliver a solid release and get it right, instead of getting it rushed and green.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spectrumnext/zx-spectrum-next-issue-3-0/posts/4556106
#ZXSpectrum #Speccy #Spectrum #SpectrumNext #ZXSpectrumNext
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Manic Miner – The Lower Caverns (2025) for Sam Coupé (and soon #SpectrumNext via compatibility) #ManicMiner #SamCoupe #RetroComputing #RetroGaming #RetroGames #ZXNext 👉 www.worldofsam.org/products/low...
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PS/2 Port Functionality on the N-GO
The N-GO board includes a single PS/2 connector that is dual-purpose. It supports both a keyboard and a mouse. Internally, the firmware and FPGA core multiplex the PS/2 data lines, similar to the ZX Spectrum Next Issue 2B that it clones.
You can connect:
- A PS/2 keyboard only, plugged directly into the port; or
- A PS/2 keyboard and mouse together, by using a Y-splitter cable (a PS/2 dual adapter with one connector for the board and two female ports marked “keyboard” and “mouse”).
How to Connect Both
- To use both devices, you need a PS/2 splitter cable (also known as a PS/2 keyboard and mouse Y-adapter).
- It has one 6-pin mini-DIN male plug on one end (to connect to the N-GO board) and two female PS/2 sockets for the keyboard and mouse.
Once connected:
- The keyboard works normally for typing and ZX Spectrum BASIC input.
The mouse is supported through NextZXOS and other software that recognize the Kempston Mouse interface emulation provided through the PS/2 port.
Compatibility Notes
The PS/2 port uses true PS/2 signalling. Passive USB-to-PS/2 adapters only work if the connected USB keyboard or mouse supports dual protocols (PS/2 mode). Many older devices do; most modern ones do not.
Active USB-to-PS/2 converters (with a built-in controller) will also work but can introduce minor lag or require external power.
If you are mounting the board in a case with internal peripherals, you can route the Y-splitter cable inside the case for a cleaner setup.
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If you missed out on the KS3, here's a price alert that may be of help:
ZX Spectrum Next for €110
https://ultimatemister.com/product/zx-spectrum-next-n-go-board/This is a N-GO-branded, perfect clone of the ZX Spectrum Next Issue 2B (TBBlue board only).
Bring your own keyboard and PS/2 mouse.
#ZXSpectrum #ZXSpectrumNext #SpectrumNext #Spectrum #Speccy #retrocomputing #retrogaming
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And here's the renowned Mr Hewson.
Consulting, of course.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/robhwson/20-best-programs-for-the-zx-spectrum
#ZXSpectrum #Spectrum #Speccy #SpectrumNext #ZXSpectrumNext #retrocomputing #retrogaming
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ZX Spectrum Next Basic - Sprite at, Sprite pause and relative sprites