Электронный журнал ZX Format #4.5 для Pentagon 128

Publication articles

• From the Authors
  The authors address production delays, changes in editorial staff, and reader feedback. They emphasize the journal's policy on publishing and acquiring software and music. The issue previews future content and projects.
• Авторы журнала
  Contact details and editorial team information for ZX-Format magazine.
• О грустном
  Farewell to one of the founders, Andrey Rachkin, due to new employment. He will no longer be involved in ZX-Format activities. Updated contact details for distributors.
• Enlight'96
  Official results and commentary on the Enlight'96 event. Issues with voting trends and event logistics discussed. Insights into music, graphics, and demo competitions.
• Enlight'96
  Report on the ENLIGHT'96 event in St. Petersburg, a gathering of demo creators, musicians, and hackers. It featured competitions across various platforms and highlighted cultural and organizational aspects. Reflections on technical challenges and achievements.
• Toys
  Review of ZX Spectrum apps includes 'Paradise Lost' game and 'WarCraft' demo, highlighting their unique concepts and music.
• Interview
  Interview with KSA about advanced Spectrum compressors, development of MASM-3 assembler, and perspective on non-system projects and game intros.
• Interview
  Interview with SLASH discusses the origin and activities of the 'Prestige' group, their work in the demo scene, and preferences in Spectrum music editors.
• Interview
  Interview with Litvinov about two game projects: a new adventure game in a Dizzy-like style with modern humor, and 'Guess the Melody', a music game delayed due to Enlight. Both games feature advanced graphics and dynamic elements, with expected release around winter.
• Interview
  An interview with Stalker about his programming journey from calculators to ZX Spectrum. Discussion on game development challenges and innovations. Insights into creating unique gaming experiences.
• Interview
  An interview with a ZX Spectrum enthusiast about their journey, music projects, and views on platforms like Amiga and IBM. They discuss creative passion in demo-making and the challenges in the scene. The interview also touches on the organizational issues of events like ENLIGHT.
• Interview
  Interview with a Novgorod-based group discussing their projects, team composition, and work platforms.
• Interview
  Interview with KANO about his first encounter with ZX Spectrum, his journey in the scene, and thoughts on Amiga's future.
• Interview
  Interview with Max Iwamoto discussing transition from Spectrum to Amiga, ease of programming, and their projects like 'Fantastic Dizzy'.
• Interview
  Interview with Yuri Matveev discussing Enlight, future of Spectrum, and personal projects. Spectrum's relevance and potential decline are analyzed. Insights into game development and industry's commercial challenges.
• Interview
  Interview with SAURON and Virt Group members discussing their projects, Spectrum's state, and music editors' development. Highlights include game project updates and challenges in music production for Spectrum. Insight into ENLIGHT event and musicians' perspectives.
• Hardware
  Interview with Nemo on the future of the Spectrum, focusing on accessibility, corporate cooperation, and new hardware innovations.
• Hardware
  Discussion on the professionalism of ZX-Review magazine and its focus on amateur users versus professional Spectrum enthusiasts.
• Hardware
  Discussion on mail-order software sales, payment methods, and distribution of ZX Spectrum in Russia, including used hardware sales.
• Hardware
  Interview with the director of Peters about Spectrum-compatible computers and challenges in the educational sector.
• Mailbox
  Classified ads section includes calls for distributors, collaboration in game creation, and social connections.
• Mailbox
  Discussion about choosing a home computer, comparing consoles and PCs, and focusing on Spectrum-compatible machines like Scorpion and KAY-256.
• Mailbox
  Discussion on the evolution of ZX Spectrum software, emphasizing user perspectives and limitations. Critique of Western imports, software updates, and challenges in localization. Highlights the potential of ZX hardware and software for industrial and personal use.
• Mailbox
  The article in ZX Format #4.5 addresses reader correspondence, discussing game piracy, hacking's role in programming, and the development of Amiga computers.
• Various
  Overview of Omega group's software development for ZX Spectrum, focusing on their terminal program Macro-Modem v2.1. Features include file transfer, disk catalog operations, and compatibility with various systems. Plans for future projects like a BBS newspaper and a big game are also mentioned.
• Various
  Overview of new ZX Spectrum projects including 'MEGABALL', 'STAR CONTROL', 'FASM v 1.0', and 'ULTRA CRUNCHER v 1.0'. Details on development stages and unique features. Release dates and hardware requirements included.
• Miscellaneous
  Interviews on the preference for Amiga over PC, highlighting its multitasking, ease of use, and software availability. Professionals from various fields praise Amiga's capabilities and user-friendly nature. A comparison with PCs shows Amiga's superior performance and reliability.
• Miscellaneous
  Discussion about Amiga vs. PC during ENLiGHT, with MAD MAX comments.
• Various
  Discussion on the pros and cons of Amiga vs PC for gaming and professional use. Reflections on software availability and platform advantages. Insights into user preferences in Russia.
• Various
  Discussion of Escom's announcement about Workbench 4 for Amiga, aimed at matching Windows 95 GUI standards.
• Various
  The article describes the development and challenges of the ZXNet network for ZX Spectrum users in Moscow, focusing on modem technology and community growth. The network's creation was facilitated by the Allegro modems, leading to the rise of BBS and online publications like ON-LINE. By mid-1996, ZXNet connected to the Internet, expanding its reach and impact.

Releases

Title	Year				Supported languages		Release type	Release by	Hardware			Times downloaded	Times played
ZX Format #4.5	1996	Play online			Russian		Original		🖥️ Pentagon 128	TRD disk		23	4
ZX Format #4.5	1996				Russian		Original		🖥️ Pentagon 128	FDI disk		5	0