ZX Spectrum control method in ED
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I've completed the single player scenarios using just the original keys, for old times sake.
I'd not chose to play the game like that though.
My PS3 controller is much more usable.
I'd not chose to play the game like that though.
My PS3 controller is much more usable.
How did you drive a zx spectrum? it was tiny and had no wheels. 
Not really.
Theres another 4 to 6 movement controls you need that the spectrum version didn't.
Its not impossible to fly it like the spectrum, its the same sort of pitch and roll type thing, it will just put you at a quite a disadvantage if you tried. Docking would be much harder, but still possible.
Not really.
Theres another 4 to 6 movement controls you need that the spectrum version didn't.
Its not impossible to fly it like the spectrum, its the same sort of pitch and roll type thing, it will just put you at a quite a disadvantage if you tried. Docking would be much harder, but still possible.
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Works fine on my C5..............Yaw's a bit dodgy.
How did you drive a zx spectrum? it was tiny and had no wheels.
Not really.
Theres another 4 to 6 movement controls you need that the spectrum version didn't.
Its not impossible to fly it like the spectrum, its the same sort of pitch and roll type thing, it will just put you at a quite a disadvantage if you tried. Docking would be much harder, but still possible.
Most of my docking is done without the minor thrusters. I just roll over and glide in, it is far more satisfying. I occasionally need a final adjustment though.
I had a chance to try out the C5, It was a lot like Elite
angerous, no Yaw rate to speak of and a Roll rate that was nuts.
Mum used to call my rubber key spectrum a frisby, so I guess thats how you drive it
Best thing about the game for me so far is the fact that the combat and basic flight feels 99% the same as it did on the zx spectrum. Fortunately I have had 30 years of practice already for this game so Im a happy boy
I much prefer using keys to joystick and use the same key set up as I did on the speccy (with a few extras). Its all about personal preference. I found that I can change direction (respond) quicker if your controls are at your finger tips rather than having to push a joystick from side to side. But it takes practice to master the keys and if you are used to joystick maybe stick with that.
MY CONTROLS:
Left hand
S = Dive
X = Climb
A = Fire
W = Boost
Right hand
, = Left
. = Right
Space bar = Accelerate
/ = Decelerate
Right Shift= Zero speed
; = Enter and exit Hyperspace/Torrus Jump Drive
This way your fingers rest naturally on the main keys you need often and its just a quick flick up to boost or Hyperspace with one finger.
DOCKING
Right Hand
Num pad arrow keys = Boosts for docking
+ = up thrust
- = Down thrust
Left Hand
Beer holder and activation device = Left hand
Best thing about the game for me so far is the fact that the combat and basic flight feels 99% the same as it did on the zx spectrum. Fortunately I have had 30 years of practice already for this game so Im a happy boy
I much prefer using keys to joystick and use the same key set up as I did on the speccy (with a few extras). Its all about personal preference. I found that I can change direction (respond) quicker if your controls are at your finger tips rather than having to push a joystick from side to side. But it takes practice to master the keys and if you are used to joystick maybe stick with that.
MY CONTROLS:
Left hand
S = Dive
X = Climb
A = Fire
W = Boost
Right hand
, = Left
. = Right
Space bar = Accelerate
/ = Decelerate
Right Shift= Zero speed
; = Enter and exit Hyperspace/Torrus Jump Drive
This way your fingers rest naturally on the main keys you need often and its just a quick flick up to boost or Hyperspace with one finger.
DOCKING
Right Hand
Num pad arrow keys = Boosts for docking
+ = up thrust
- = Down thrust
Left Hand
Beer holder and activation device = Left hand
First you must travel to the Kempston system
Kempston? Luxury!
Some of us had the Protek interface - I think it supported about two games
Go on FD, you know you want to!
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A programmable joystick interface was imho the best you could get, even re-progammable in game if memory serves !
http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekid.cgi?id=1000008
http://www.worldofspectrum.org/infoseekid.cgi?id=1000008
