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Classic Code, Timeless Games – Master 8-Bit BASIC

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Relive the 8-bit Era

Master Acorn & Sinclair BASIC Code

Like It’s the 80s!

Learn to code like the pioneers of the 8-bit era! Retro Coding Live teaches you how to program in Acorn and Sinclair BASIC, guiding you through hands-on projects that recreate the core mechanics of classic games.

Whether you’re a nostalgic hobbyist or a curious newcomer, you’ll gain practical skills, join an active community, and receive a new type-in coding project (with downloadable files) each month.

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Feb 2025 Project “Landscaping”

“The Lords of Midnight” was a retro graphics Masterpiece!
We dive into Mike Singleton’s legendary game originally made for the ZX Spectrum.
We code and replicate the “Landscaping” technique , blending landscapes with immersive gameplay.
BASIC coding will be created for the BBC Micro and equivalent coding for the ZX Spectrum

Curious about how we teach retro coding?

Watch this free sample lesson and get a taste of the hands-on projects we explore with Acorn and Sinclair BASIC!

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