ZX Spectrum Games Code Club: Twenty fun games to code and

ZX Spectrum Games Code Club: Twenty fun games to code and learn
This retro computing game coding book is ideal for ZX Spectrum fans (aka Timex 2048 / 2068 in USA) and beginners to coding of any age, kids or adults that want to learn or practice coding simple computer games with Sinclair BASIC code. Contains 20 games specifically created for this book, from retro Arcade classics to more wacky game ideas.
Ideal for STEM coding activities for kids and adults. Learn to create a simple game loops and to create graphics with binary code using retro computing. Also makes a great nostalgic geek gift for someone interested in Game Design, Retro Game Development or just coding games with BASIC.
No special equipment needed! Get coding with ...
- ZX Spectrum Next computer
- Windows (using free emulators)
- Mac (using free emulators)
- Linux (Fuse)
- Internet browser emulators: using Chrome / FF etc.
- Chromebook
- Original ZX Spectrum 48k or 128k
- Recreated ZX Spectrum (Android / iOS)
- Raspberry Pi (Fuse)
- Tablet: Android / iOS iPad
Ideal for Retro Game Devs & Retro Computing fans that want to dust off their ZX Spectrum (Speccy) or an emulator and type in some code, 'old school'. Now Get Coding!
In one sitting type in a game, play it and then we will go through it. The book doesn't 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.

This book covers coding fun arcade games in BASIC. The book has been used at STEM events and kids coding seminars across UK & Europe. Teachers have also used the book for introducing game coding to kids in the classroom.
An interactive learning book intended for all ages to enjoy at home and also a great introduction to programming and game design for Code Clubs and STEM events. So type in a retro game and lets have some fun!The game design concepts used are quite light but spark the imagination of the reader.
Includes: ZX Breakout, MiniPong Tennis, Astral Invaders, Battleship War, Flappy Bird, Takeaway Ted and many more...
Many Emulators to choose from: ZX Spin, Spectaculator, Marvin, Fuse, Speccy, etc.
The American version of the ZX Spectrum machine was sold under the name Timex Sinclair.
Other compatible clones of ZX Spectrum: TS2048 (Timex Sinclair), TS2068, Baltica, Microdigital TK95, Pentagon, CZ-2000, TK90X, Didatik, Hobbit, Czerweny CZ 2000, Kvorum, HT 3080C plus many more.Plus if you are lucky enough to have backed the new ZX Spectrum Next - then this is ideal for using with this book.If you have a STEM or STEAM event then why not bring the simplicity and geek fun of Retro Coding to it.If you want to encourage a retrogamer or family member to get coding and developing, this could be ideal. Whether you grew up with the Speccy, ,ZX80, ZX81, Amstrad, Atari 8-bit, BBC Micro, Atari or Commodore C64 machines you will still enjoy this nostalgic trip to the 80s.Top - ** Popular Geek Gift For Men **
Country USA
Brand Gazzapper Press
Manufacturer Gazzapper Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Refer to Sapnet.
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780993474408
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Gazzapper Press
Manufacturer	Gazzapper Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	Refer to Sapnet.
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780993474408
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

ZX Spectrum Games Code Club: Twenty fun games to code and learn

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