Plaion Replai has teamed up with Retro Games Limited to announce a new collector’s piece for retro gaming enthusiasts: The Spectrum Collector’s Edition. This stunning, all-white set is a tribute to a hugely significant piece of British computing history—the one-millionth ZX Spectrum ever produced.
This strictly limited, premium Collector’s Edition is available for pre-order right now, exclusively from the Plaion Replai website. If you want one, you’ll need to act fast, as once the allocation of £199.99 units is gone, it’s gone for good.
The Spectrum Collector’s Edition (White Edition)
The launch date for this nostalgia trip is set for 26th June 2026. The original one-millionth ZX Spectrum, released in 1983, was more than just a sales milestone; it solidified the UK’s position as a powerhouse for coding, creativity, and digital innovation. Imagine that now. It was the machine that sparked the ‘bedroom coder’ phenomenon, giving a generation their first taste of programming and game development.
While most people remember the Spectrum’s iconic black casing, a rare, all-white model was created by Sinclair to mark the million-sales milestone. This mythical ‘white Spectrum’ was never sold commercially, making it a legendary, rarely-seen collector’s item. The new Collector’s Edition takes direct inspiration from this elusive white model, capturing its spirit and significance.
The complete collector’s set is designed to look fantastic on any desk or display and features a beautifully curated suite of hardware and printed materials:
- THE SPECTRUM (White Edition) with a fully working rubber keyboard.
- THE QUICKSHOT II 8-button USB joystick with microswitch controls and auto-fire.
- THE PRINTER, a modern take on the original thermal printer.
- THE MICRODRIVE USB stick styled after Sinclair’s iconic Microdrive and preloaded with Fusion Paint.
- A spiral-bound manual inspired by classic Spectrum documentation.
- An exclusive Collector’s Edition CRASH magazine.
- USB-C power cable and HDMI cable.
What’s Under the Hood?
The main unit itself authentically recreates the experience of the original 16K, 48K, and 128K models, with modern enhancements for today’s players. Together with THE PRINTER and THE QUICKSHOT II, it blends nostalgia with accessibility.
Key features of The Spectrum hardware include:
- 48 pre-installed classic games, including Manic Miner, The Hobbit, Head Over Heels, Saboteur! Remastered, Army Moves, and The Great Escape.
- Four save slots per game and up to 40 seconds of instant rewind.
- Full BASIC programming mode with virtual cassettes.
- 720p HDMI output with 50/60 Hz, 4:3, and pixel-perfect options, plus optional CRT filters.
- USB support for personal games (TAP/TZX/PZX/SZX/Z80/SNA).
- Four USB ports for controllers and accessories.
What We Think
The dedication to recreating this legendary, all-white Spectrum is clearly a labour of love. The inclusion of accessories like the joystick, printer, and the Microdrive-styled USB stick really completes the package, making it a proper centrepiece for any collection. If you’re a long-time Spectrum fan, this is an incredibly appealing, display-worthy tribute that neatly bridges the gap between retro authenticity and modern convenience (hello, HDMI!).
Retro Games Limited’s Managing Director, Paul Andrews, certainly seems passionate about the release:
“Everyone at Retro Games Limited grew up with the ZX Spectrum. It’s the machine that shaped our childhoods, our careers, and ultimately our company. For years, our teenage selves dreamed of the elusive white Spectrum, it was the holy grail, the version none of us could ever own. With The Spectrum Collector’s Edition, we finally had the chance to build the one we always wanted, not just for fans, but for ourselves too. Seeing the finished set laid out, the all-white keyboard with its iconic coloured stripes, the matching Quickshot joystick, the crisp little printer, the Microdrive-style USB stick, even the spiral-bound manual and the special CRASH magazine, it’s honestly genuinely special. This isn’t just a product, it’s a passion project from a team who genuinely loves the Spectrum. We hope fans feel that the moment they see it,” said Paul Andrews, Managing Director at Retro Games Limited.
Where to Buy
This Collector’s Edition is an exclusive item and will not be available in retail shops or other online outlets.
- Release Date: 26th June 2026
- RRP: £199.99
- Pre-orders: Open now exclusively at www.plaionreplai.com
Tell Me More
Head over to the Plaion Replai website to check out more details, pictures, and secure your pre-order for this limited-edition piece of computing history.
