Amstrad GX4000
The GX4000 was Amstrad's sole attempt at entering the console market. Based on the architecture of their own CPC Plus computer line, it offered enhanced graphics capabilities and was compatible with most CPC Plus software.
This system failed spectacularly, and only 27 games were made for it - most straight or barely improved ports of old CPC games that could be had for a fraction of the price on cassette tape. Even at its best, it was completely outgunned, as the market was shifting to far more powerful 16-bit machines. And it could neither compete as a low-cost system against older 8-bit consoles, because its library was too meager. So, just a few months after launch, Amstrad discontinued the GX4000, along with the whole CPC line.
Also, a very important note if you actually have this system: get a replacement power supply, the one included is a piece of shit that can blow up and fry the whole thing.
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[edit | edit source]External links
[edit | edit source]- GX4000.CO.UK - very detailed fansite
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