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(c) 1982 sinclair research ltd.

As a Sinclair ZX Spectrum user from the early 80's, I'm somewhat amused that, of all things to make a comeback with, Sir Clive's trying this one again.

When Vanessa showed me a photo she'd taken of some pixel-guy graffiti the other day, I was immediately thinking that somebody oughta do one of Miner Willy (remember Manic Miner?).

* 10:58 * geek

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omg I loved manic miner! one of the best platform games ever!

darren:

When I was about 10, my parents took me to a very stylish soiree full of glamourous motor racing people. There were two highlights on offer: an undistinguished, yet current and active Formula One driver; and a Sinclair C5. The driver had a full dinner suit on and was one of those rare people who didn't look fake or uncomfortable in it. The C5 didn't work, which as a symbol is accurate if not especially subtle. Later, it seemed very strange to me. How do you reconcile Sir Clive's awkward and earnest, yet plastic-flashy device with high society?