Atic Atac Game Review for the ZX Spectrum
Atic Atac was a classic action adventure game for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum by Ultimate Play the Game, one of the first 48k Spectrum titles
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Follow my restoration of this old BAS Arcade cabinet. In the first update I tackle the monitor, the woodwork, the control panel and controls
Grandstand Munchman 80's handheld review
Anyone looking for a 80s handheld version of PacMan need look no further than Grandstand's classic Munchman. Was it any good? Find out here.
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JetPac for the ZX Spectrum by Ultimate Play the Game
Jetpac on the ZX Spectrum: Ultimate's 1983 16K debut. Build the rocket, fuel it, blast the aliens – plus levels, tips, reviews and how to play it today.
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BAS Arcade Cabinet Restoration - Part 2
Part 2 of my BAS Arcade Cabinet restoration, where I renovate the coin doors, marquee and metalwork of this iconic British JAMMA machine
The Arcade Shed Build - Part 1
Follow the build of an arcade shed at the bottom of my garden, using a standard wooden shed with extra insulation for use all year round.
Arcade Cabinet Restoration
Follow my restoration of this old BAS Arcade cabinet. In the first update I tackle the monitor, the woodwork, the control panel and controls
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Collecting and playing since the 1980s. Six arcade cabinets, two purpose-built arcade sheds, and a big collection of consoles and home computers. Every article on this site comes from hands-on play, on original hardware or emulation.
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