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Introduction to MSX Computers

This series introduces you to the fascinating world of MSX computers, a unified platform specification that powered hundreds of different computer models across Japan, Europe, Brazil, and beyond. Whether you're approaching MSX for the first time or rediscovering it after years away, these articles will guide you from understanding what MSX is, through setting up emulators or hardware, to your first hands-on experiences with MSX-BASIC and MSX-DOS.

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Some of my (technical) writing. Mostly stuff about retro computing.

BEGINNERHIGH LEVEL

The MSX Platform Explained

If you've stumbled across the term "MSX" and found yourself wondering what exactly it is, you're not alone. Unlike the Apple II, Commodore 64, or ZX Spectrum, MSX isn't a single computer: it is something quite different and, in many ways, more interesting.

POLITICS

The Differences Between Catalonia and Spain

A Catalan's perspective

As a Catalan, I describe some historical, cultural, and political differences between Catalonia from Spain.

MSXHARDWARERETRO

Wifi232 modem connects your MSX to the Internet

Available assembled and as a DIY kit

A wireless modem for retro computers that connects via a standard serial port and is controlled by AT commands, just like a traditional modem.

MSXHARDWAREHOMEBREW

Review: Manufacturers of MSX cartridges

Comparison: Repro Factory MSX Shop, MSX Cartridge Shop and Matra

Imagine you've spent a few months coding an MSX game and it's now ready for release. However, there's one little problem: you want to sell it as a cartridge. You're going to need to make circuit boards, solder components, buy cartridge cases, and make a package that looks good.

INTERVIEW

Interview with Moo Niitani (Compile)

Founder and president of Compile

Masamitsu "MOO" Niitani was the founder and president of Compile for the whole existence of the company. He produced, directed, or was otherwise involved in a large number of games, most notably the Puyo Puyo series. Recently he started another game company named COMPILE◯ (read "Compile-maru") and he's already released one game for the Nintendo 3DS.

MSXRETROREVIEW

MÜLLWAND review (MSX version)

It is the year 2048. Berlin. The Wall has been rebuilt and tensions rise around it. Opportunistic people are trying to take advantage of the situation. Your mission: OBLITERATE THEM ALL.

MSXSOFTWAREREVIEW

Uwol, Quest For Money

Fun little game for MSX computers

Reviewing the MSX2 version of this game ported to the MSX by Imanok

MSXHARDWAREHOMEBREW

Review: 8bits4ever's FDC-600 floppy disk controller

External disk controller for any MSX computer

RETRO COMPUTERSEVENTSJAPAN

MyCOM Infinite PRO-68K (November 2015)

Retro computer event in Akihabara

Retro computer event in Akihabara focused on the Sharp X68000, but with presence of other retro platforms