Author: Станислав Ефимов

Group: STEP Creative Group
Real name: Stanislav Efimov
Location: Moscow, Russia
Other nicknames: Fanatic Stas
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AY chip type: AY-3-8910 / AY-3-8912
AY channel layout: ABC
AY frequency: 1.75 MHz (Pentagon)
INT frequency: 50 Hz (Original ZX Spectrum)
Palette: sRGB
Overall music rating: 0.37
Overall image rating: 0.00

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Spectrofon #11 (1995) / Review
Review of chess programs for ZX Spectrum with a focus on algorithms and features. Highlights strengths and weaknesses of popular programs like IS-Chess, Spectrum Voice Chess, and Colossus Chess 4. Offers insights into choosing the right chess software.
Spectrofon #11 (1995) / System
Discussion of undocumented features of the Z-80 processor and their use in programming. Examination of unofficial instructions and their applications in software. Insights into memory management and peculiarities of the ZX Spectrum architecture.

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Adventurer #15 (2004) / Reviews
The article discusses the development of modifications and remakes of classic games for the ZX Spectrum platform. Key projects include enhanced versions of 'Nether Earth' and new sound capabilities with General Sound. Additionally, it reviews attempts to create Doom-like engines and real-time strategies.
Spectrofon #06 (1994) / С миру по биту
Discussion on mail volume, software protection issues, and TR-DOS versions. Challenges in standardizing ZX Spectrum hardware. Invitation for collaboration on standardization.
Spectrofon #11 (1995) / Review
Review of chess programs for ZX Spectrum with a focus on algorithms and features. Highlights strengths and weaknesses of popular programs like IS-Chess, Spectrum Voice Chess, and Colossus Chess 4. Offers insights into choosing the right chess software.
Spectrofon #11 (1995) / System
Discussion of undocumented features of the Z-80 processor and their use in programming. Examination of unofficial instructions and their applications in software. Insights into memory management and peculiarities of the ZX Spectrum architecture.
Spectrofon #13 (1995) / Overview
Announcement of the 'SPECIAL FORCES' game by Step Creative Group, inspired by 'LASER SQUAD'. Players command a team of space marines against various threats. The article also mentions a new game, 'UFO: ENEMY UNKNOWN'.

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