O-Hole Block is a ZX Spectrum puzzle game inspired by the arcade title Quarth, built using AI-assisted development. It features falling shapes with both solo and multiplayer game modes. via console-classics.com
A web-based editor has been released that lets users modify rooms, objects and maps in Knight Lore and two other ZX Spectrum games built on the Filmation engine. The tool runs directly in a browser without requiring additional software. via console-classics.com
Hermski has released Garage Rush, a free action game for the ZX Spectrum in which players collect cars while evading the police. The game was built with AI-assisted code. via itch.io
The Oliver Twins have outlined plans to bring the Dizzy platforming series back with new official games targeted for 2027. The project is said to combine classic-style visuals with modern technology, alongside the possibility of remakes of earlier entries. via console-classics.com
Developer Steve Tyson has put out a Competition Edition of The PERILS of Stickman, a name-your-own-price platformer for the ZX Spectrum made with the Kwyll engine. The game is controlled with QAOP and Space, or a Kempston joystick. via itch.io
Developer Mjnurney has released Number 10, a simulation and strategy title for the ZX Spectrum 48K, priced at £1. The game uses 2D pixel art and was made with AI-assisted code. via itch.io
Developer vosges6128 has released Pedrisco, a free gem-swapping puzzle game for the ZX Spectrum, currently listed as in development. The game uses AI-assisted code, graphics and sound. via itch.io
Further details have emerged on the official Toki conversions announced by New Old Pixels, with the ZX Spectrum and Amstrad CPC among the classic computer and console platforms being targeted for the 1989 arcade game. via console-classics.com
Developer tuklusan has released ZX Carrom, a free homebrew game for the ZX Spectrum 48K that simulates the carrom board game with physics, four computer-controlled opponents, Queen/Due rules and 1-bit chiptune music. The game was made with AI-assisted code. via itch.io
The Kickstarter campaign for The Rubber-Keyed Wonder, a book exploring the ZX Spectrum's history, games, creators and rivals, reached its funding goal within 98 minutes of going live. The book is planned for release in 2027 and will include coverage of collector editions. via console-classics.com
Country Bumpkin Software has released a native port of the 1986 multidirectional shooter Thrust for the Fred-80 fantasy console, tied to the Amiga Apollo V4 accelerator. The name-your-own-price release also includes a bonus edition for the ZX Spectrum Next, with downloads available for Windows and macOS. via itch.io
Developer jordi has released Next Misifu, a platformer for the ZX Spectrum Next priced at $1.00. Players control a cat navigating streets and a house while avoiding dogs, spiders and brooms, with the game still listed as in development. via itch.io
