I don’t read an awful lot of mags these days, but one I do look out for is Amiga Addict and its sister title, Pixel Addict. Rather than focusing on a specific platform, Pixel Addict looks at computing in general, from a holistic, all-encompassing viewpoint. That makes it a refreshing change compared with titles that prefer to cast an eye only on contemporary and near-recent computing.
In issue 28 of Pixel Addict, the theme of video game music and composers working in the computing industry dominates. From chiptunes to amazing musical scores (one of my favourite themes is Guild Wars — even bought the soundtrack!), the edition features a look at various classics by author and BAFTA winner James Hannigan.
It’s not just chiptunes in Pixel Addict# 28
- Rare vintage computer hardware: Toshiba Pasopia 7.
- Ever wondered about the final flicker of the 8-bit revolution? We recount the fascinating story of the home micro’s demise.
- Retro gaming reviews including X-Out: Resurfaced and Astra Protocol 2 (plus exclusive interview with AP2 developer Dan Mallinson of Slice Bar games).
- Game historian, film producer and YouTuber Adam Koralik chats about the Sega Pluto and Sega Neptune prototypes.
- Advice on those leaky capacitors in your 8-bit or 16-bit computer, it could it be time to recap…
- Review of a “paper-like” eInk tablet, the reMarkable Paper Pro.
- We test SymbOS 4.0, a multi-tasking OS for ZX Spectrum Next.
- Classic gaming retrospectives with Thief (PC) and Monsters (Acorn Electron).
- Pixel ‘N’ Popcorn asks: Can a beloved game truly howl its way onto the big screen? We sink our teeth into Werewolves Within to find out.
- The Untold History Of Game Developers Volume 5 by John Szczepaniak.
- Regulars such as Sony PlayStation Coding, News, Covermount Classic, Alex Trowers of Bullfrog (Populous / Syndicate), Deadlinez comic strip, vintage toy collectables (Transformers Victory Leo) and Homebrew Heroes games section.
- Plus lots lots more..!
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Pixel Addict #28 is available to order from addict.media from April 17, 2025. Note that if you take the subscription option, you get the digital download in addition to the usual print magazine.
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Christian Cawley is the founder and editor of GamingRetro.co.uk, a website dedicated to classic and retro gaming. With over 20 years of experience writing for technology and gaming publications, he brings considerable expertise and a lifelong passion for interactive entertainment, particularly games from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.
Christian has written for leading outlets including TechRadar, Computer Weekly, Linux Format, and MakeUseOf, where he also served as Deputy Editor.
When he’s not exploring vintage consoles or retro PCs, Christian enjoys building with LEGO, playing cigar box guitar, and experimenting in the kitchen.
