Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum v1.7

Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum v1.7

Elite Systems Ltd  ❘ Commercial
iOS
Latest Version
v1.7
Safe to install

The Manic Miner® application represents a faithful digital recreation of the classic 1983 ZX Spectrum platform game, renowned for its significance in the evolution of the genre and its cultural impact in the 1980s. Featuring 3D voxel-style graphics, this version offers both portrait and landscape display modes, enhancing versatility in gameplay presentation.

Developed using the ZX Spectrum: Elite Collection technology, the app preserves the original game’s soundscape, including its distinctive music—such as "In the Hall of the Mountain King"—and authentic sound effects. Notably, the game supports user-definable controls through iDaptive features, allowing customization of joystick, keypad, and canvas inputs to cater to individual preferences.

Players can enjoy a comprehensive experience with options such as auto-saving progress upon exit and an in-game pause feature to facilitate strategic gameplay. The game is available as an in-app purchase priced at £2.99 within the Recreated ZX Spectrum app, which includes additional ZX Spectrum titles and Sinclair BASIC functionalities. Alternatively, a standalone version is available for purchase, offering the full experience without additional titles.

The game includes twenty meticulously designed chambers, each presenting unique challenges and thematic environments—from The Cold Room to The Final Barrier. Core gameplay involves collecting flashing objects within each chamber while avoiding enemies such as Poisonous Pansies, Spiders, Slime, and autonomous Manic Mining Robots. Timing jumps and movements with precision is essential to prevent falls or collisions that result in losing lives. Extra lives are awarded incrementally every 10,000 points scored.

It is worth noting that this product is an officially licensed reproduction under the auspices of Sinclair Research Ltd., ensuring compliance with historical licensing agreements. The developers' adherence to the original game’s mechanics and aesthetic preserves its nostalgic appeal while leveraging modern technology for enhanced playability and display options.

Overview

Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by Elite Systems Ltd.

The latest version of Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum is v1.7, released on 06/17/2025. It was initially added to our database on 06/17/2025.

Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Manic Miner: ZX Spectrum gave it a rating of 3 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Classic and iconic retro platformer with challenging gameplay.
  • Simple and intuitive controls suitable for players of all skill levels.
  • Bright, colorful graphics characteristic of 1980s ZX Spectrum titles.
  • Memorable soundtrack and sound effects that enhance the gaming experience.
  • high level of difficulty which appeals to hardcore gamers and completionists.

Cons

  • Outdated graphics and sound by modern standards.
  • Limited gameplay depth and variety, leading to potential repetitiveness.
  • Difficulty level may be discouraging for casual players or newcomers.
  • Lack of modern features such as save states or checkpoints.
  • Compatibility issues may arise on emulators or modern hardware without proper setup.

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