I visited ZZAP! Live 2025 – an event that covers each and every Commodore system including the Amiga family with a variety of retro consoles and computers from not just Commodore, but other brands too…
It was at ZAPP Live I bumped into Laurence Bennion, who was exhibiting his selection of fantastic ultraviolet overlays for the Vectrex console. The Vectrex was originally released way back in 1982 with its ‘vector’ based graphics. This technology results in a stunningly sharp display that is built right into the console itself – turning the Vectrex into a very unique gaming device.
Laurence was kind enough to agree to being interviewed, so along I went with my recording gear to find out all about his modern UV overlays, their experimental creation, our love for the Vectrex, demonstrations of the technology and how his new Vectrex modification brings a new 3D perspective to enjoying the console.
I hope you enjoy my video.
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James Woodcock is a UK-based freelance journalist, copywriter, author, blogger and podcaster with a passion for gaming, gadgets and technology, both retro and modern. He is also the founder of Pixel Refresh, which originally started as his personal blog in 2006 and was later rebranded to Pixel Refresh in 2021.
Ever since he experienced the first controllable pixel movement on the television screen, he has been entranced by the possibilities and rewarding entertainment value generated from these metal and plastic boxes of delight. Writing hundreds of articles, including commentary and reviews on various gaming platforms, whilst also interviewing well-known industry figures for popular online publications.
