Publisher's Synopsis
This book is ideal for ZX Spectrum / ZX Spectrum Next fans and beginner coders of any age that want to learn or practice building simple games. Contains 20 games specifically created for this book, from Arcade classics to more wacky game ideas. Each game can be coded in one sitting!
No special equipment needed! Works on...
- Original ZX Spectrum or ZX Spectrum Next
- Windows
- Mac
- Recreated ZX Spectrum
- Internet Browsers: Chrome / FF etc
- Linux
- Raspberry Pi
Ideal for Retro Computing fans that want to dust off their ZX Spectrum or an emulator and type in some code, 'old school'.
In one sitting type in a game, play it and then we will go through it. The book does not go over every single line of code, but rather summarises key components and newer sections for each game. This keeps the process fun and engaging.
An interactive learning book intended for all ages and is also useful for Code Clubs. So type in a game and have some fun!
Includes: ZX Breakout, MiniPong, Astral Invaders, Battleship War, Flappy Bird, Takeaway Ted and many more...
