While browsing X for new game announcements on Indie Retro News, I stumbled upon an intriguing title. This game not only looks enjoyable, but as noted by @RetroSouls, it is a remarkable creation from @ssmirnov_dev. Introducing ‘Cubix’ by Gogin, the latest homebrew entry in the YRGB 2025 competition. It’s the first 3D platformer of its kind for the ZX Spectrum, set in a distant geometric realm where the laws of physics bend to symmetry, and everything consists of perfect cubes.
Cubix for #zxspectrum
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Here’s the latest scoop: Our protagonist, Bix, an ordinary citizen who inadvertently escaped a curse, decides to confront his destiny! He must ascend various towers, navigate clever challenges, gather all pieces of the Talisman, and restore it to bring peace back to his people. The game features six unique tower locations, each offering different gameplay mechanics (over 10 in total), adorable enemies, mind-bending puzzles, and new abilities waiting to be discovered.
Minimum System Requirements:
- – ZX Spectrum 128/+2/+2A/+2B/+3
- – Z80 CPU at 3.5 MHz
- – 128 KB of RAM
- – AY/YM sound chip
Game Features:
- – A groundbreaking 3D engine with genuine perspective, built from the ground up
- – Six levels featuring 128×32 tiles filled with mazes, traps, and puzzles
- – 11 tiles and 32 sprites per level
- – Unique mechanics for each level (over 10 in total)
- – A variety of charming enemies
- – 8 tracks for the AY/YM sound chip
- – Six hand-drawn screen images (loading, intro, ending)
- – Elements of metroidvania: unlock abilities that help you progress through the game
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