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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure
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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure

August 26, 2023August 26, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read
Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM
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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM

July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read

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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure
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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure

August 26, 2023August 26, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read

Dive into the world of Acorn Computers! A £20 discovery, as I journey through my Acorn Electron restoration and history.

Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM
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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM

July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample
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Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample

July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read
Steve Ince (of Broken Sword & More) Announces Retirement – His Thoughts…
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Steve Ince (of Broken Sword & More) Announces Retirement – His Thoughts…

June 27, 2023June 29, 2023 Steve Ince 0 Comments 7 min read
My Discworld Fan-Made Soundtrack Featured on the DOS GAME CLUB Podcast
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My Discworld Fan-Made Soundtrack Featured on the DOS GAME CLUB Podcast

June 22, 2023June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read
Classic Point and Click Adventure Games Reimagined with AI Image Generation
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Classic Point and Click Adventure Games Reimagined with AI Image Generation

June 3, 2023June 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 6 min read

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How Does the Magic of AI Generation Work?
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How Does the Magic of AI Generation Work?

August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 Sam Dugmore 0 Comments 4 min read

Sam takes us on a journey of how A.I. can create an image using its collection of pictures and artwork and construct something we perceive as unique.

What is Modern AI? – From Pac-Man Ghosts to ChatGPT
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What is Modern AI? – From Pac-Man Ghosts to ChatGPT

July 2, 2023July 8, 2023 Sam Dugmore 0 Comments 5 min read
The Quest for a ‘Simple’ Smartwatch
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The Quest for a ‘Simple’ Smartwatch

June 29, 2023July 2, 2023 Ben Gillbanks 0 Comments 4 min read
Edifier W820NB Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling Review
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Edifier W820NB Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling Review

May 14, 2023June 25, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 5 min read
Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers Review
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Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers Review

October 9, 2022October 9, 2022 James Woodcock 0 Comments 6 min read
Visiting RMC The Cave Exhibition – Retro Computing & Consoles Hands On [VIDEO]
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Visiting RMC The Cave Exhibition – Retro Computing & Consoles Hands On [VIDEO]

April 16, 2022June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 0 min read

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Game & Gadget Podcast #30 – 8-bit Computers, PiStorm, Broken Sword Reforged & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #30 – 8-bit Computers, PiStorm, Broken Sword Reforged & More…

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read

I am joined by Tony Warriner discussing 8-bit treasures like the £20 bargain Acorn Electron, challenges of storing vintage computers and the thrill of Motorola 68000 coding.

Game & Gadget Podcast #29 – Atari ST Nostalgia, Pink Genies & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #29 – Atari ST Nostalgia, Pink Genies & More…

August 2, 2023August 3, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Game & Gadget Podcast #28 – Atari Jaguar Development, Beyond Smartphones & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #28 – Atari Jaguar Development, Beyond Smartphones & More…

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Game & Gadget Podcast #27 – A.I., ChatGPT, Bard, Voice Assistant Chaos & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #27 – A.I., ChatGPT, Bard, Voice Assistant Chaos & More…

May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 0 min read
Game & Gadget Podcast #26 – Intellivision Console, “Talkie” Versions & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #26 – Intellivision Console, “Talkie” Versions & More…

March 12, 2023March 12, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Game & Gadget Podcast #25 – Restoring Retro Game Posters with Jan Hofmeister
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Game & Gadget Podcast #25 – Restoring Retro Game Posters with Jan Hofmeister

January 20, 2023August 5, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read

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Edifier W820NB Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling Review
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Edifier W820NB Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling Review

May 14, 2023June 25, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 5 min read

The Edifier W820NB Wireless Bluetooth Headphones feature noise cancellation at an affordable price point.

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers Review
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Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers Review

October 9, 2022October 9, 2022 James Woodcock 0 Comments 6 min read
iFi Audio hip-dac2 Review – Portable & Extremely Detailed Hi-Res DAC & Amp
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iFi Audio hip-dac2 Review – Portable & Extremely Detailed Hi-Res DAC & Amp

March 27, 2022April 6, 2022 James Woodcock 0 Comments 12 min read
Edifier TWS NB2 Pro Earbuds Review
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Edifier TWS NB2 Pro Earbuds Review

September 18, 2021October 24, 2021 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read
ReSaturn PSU Review – When your SEGA Saturn Power Unit Dies
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ReSaturn PSU Review – When your SEGA Saturn Power Unit Dies

June 26, 2021June 15, 2022 James Woodcock 0 Comments 5 min read
Streets of Rage 4 Review – A Triumphant Return
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Streets of Rage 4 Review – A Triumphant Return

May 1, 2020July 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read

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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure
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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure

August 26, 2023August 26, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read

Dive into the world of Acorn Computers! A £20 discovery, as I journey through my Acorn Electron restoration and history.

Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM
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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM

July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample
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Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample

July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read
Steve Ince (of Broken Sword & More) Announces Retirement – His Thoughts…
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Steve Ince (of Broken Sword & More) Announces Retirement – His Thoughts…

June 27, 2023June 29, 2023 Steve Ince 0 Comments 7 min read
My Discworld Fan-Made Soundtrack Featured on the DOS GAME CLUB Podcast
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My Discworld Fan-Made Soundtrack Featured on the DOS GAME CLUB Podcast

June 22, 2023June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read
The 7th Guest VR Announced – 1993 FMV Classic Returns Refreshed
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The 7th Guest VR Announced – 1993 FMV Classic Returns Refreshed

June 1, 2023June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read

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Game & Gadget Podcast #30 – 8-bit Computers, PiStorm, Broken Sword Reforged & More…
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Game & Gadget Podcast #30 – 8-bit Computers, PiStorm, Broken Sword Reforged & More…

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read

I am joined by Tony Warriner discussing 8-bit treasures like the £20 bargain Acorn Electron, challenges of storing vintage computers and the thrill of Motorola 68000 coding.

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Broken Sword Game Boy Advance: Development Stories with Tony Warriner
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Broken Sword Game Boy Advance: Development Stories with Tony Warriner

May 2, 2022June 29, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 0 min read

Tony Warriner shares his developer insights in the classic point and click adventure Broken Sword for the Game Boy Advance.

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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure
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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure

August 26, 2023August 26, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 7 min read
Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM
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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM

July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 1 min read
Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample
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Simon the Sorcerer 2 Fan-Made Game Soundtrack Coming Soon – Early Demo Sample

July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 James Woodcock 0 Comments 2 min read

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How Does the Magic of AI Generation Work?
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How Does the Magic of AI Generation Work?

August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 Sam Dugmore 0 Comments 4 min read
What is Modern AI? – From Pac-Man Ghosts to ChatGPT
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What is Modern AI? – From Pac-Man Ghosts to ChatGPT

July 2, 2023July 8, 2023 Sam Dugmore 0 Comments 5 min read
The Quest for a ‘Simple’ Smartwatch
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The Quest for a ‘Simple’ Smartwatch

June 29, 2023July 2, 2023 Ben Gillbanks 0 Comments 4 min read

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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure
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Acorn Electron – An Unexpected £20 Dirty Treasure

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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM
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Touché: The Adventures of the Fifth Musketeer Fan-Made Soundtrack v2.0 Released for ScummVM

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