Spectaculator

Spectaculator

ZX Spectrum Emulator

34 ratings
109 reviews
$2.99
In-App Purchases

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 3, 2011
  • August 1, 2024

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Relive the golden era of 8-bit gaming with this emulator. Play over 150 licensed classic ZX Spectrum games, with more available through in-app purchases. Features include save states, cheat codes, game hints, and authentic 1980s visual simulations.

Play over 150 licensed ZX Spectrum games
Save game progress with multiple slots
Enter cheats and lookup game hints
Authentic 1980s TV screen simulation
Virtual and external keyboard support
iCloud save syncing across devices
Program in Sinclair BASIC
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What's New in Spectaculator

8.0

August 1, 2024

- Add your own games (.tap/.tzx/.z80/.szx/.dsk) - Physical keyboard support (iOS 13.4+ only) - Various bug fixes

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$1.99

Design Design Anthology

This pack contains the following games from legendary software house, Design Design: * Halls Of The Things 2012 * Dark Star 2012 * Forbidden Planet 2012 * 2112 AD * N.E.X.O.R

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User reviews

Fantastic work by Mr. Needle

Varied and reasonably priced game selection - something for everyone. Controller supported for those not so familiar with touch screen joysticks, and a straightforward UI. Pretty much perfect. I have only one suggestion - please get some more licences sorted (Codemasters, System3, Ocean, Hewson… the list goes on). I guarantee there are many of us out here who want to play ZX Spectrum games legally on iOS, supporting the rights of the original devs and/or publishers, and we’re willing to pay a few quid for the privilege!
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Retro heaven

Great to play these Speccy classics with more to come. The app is superb, works with the iCade, a very polished product. Top marks to the dev Jon Needle. One of the best apps i've got. Don't listen to the review by ginger tips. Obviously doesn't understand how it works! Doesn't have a clue about games as most were games from back in the day and others are great new homebrew ones

Plus now you can also add your own games !!!
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L'émulateur parfait

Tout est dans le titre ! Mais je peux developper : pratique, complet, non limité (on peut même importer ses propres fichiers via un PC).

Bof, juste des jeux

De Pour moi c’est de l’arnaque, ce n’est pas un émulateur de programmation en spectrum basic comme indiqué, sur une (petite) ligne du contenu, 3 euro à la poubelle et éditeur banni

Very limited

You cannot play your own games on it, you can only buy ones from them

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FAQ

What is this app?

This app is a ZX Spectrum emulator that allows you to play classic 8-bit computer games from the 1980s. It provides an authentic experience with features like save states, cheat codes, and visual simulations of old televisions.

How many games can I play?

The app comes with 22 officially licensed classic ZX Spectrum games pre-installed. Additionally, over 150 licensed games are available for purchase through the in-app shop, with more game packs being offered.

Is this app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and includes a selection of games. Additional game packs and titles can be purchased through in-app purchases to expand your game library.

What devices is this app compatible with?

This is a universal app designed to run on iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices. It supports various screen sizes, including those of the iPhone 5 and iPod touch 5th generation, and can be played in portrait or landscape orientations.

What are the main features of this emulator?

Key features include saving game progress to multiple slots (including iCloud), entering cheats, looking up game hints and maps, playing with authentic black and white TV simulation, using virtual or external keyboards, and programming in Sinclair BASIC.