PlayZX

Name: PlayZX
Rating: 4.4 (746 reviews)
Author: Baltazar Studios, LLC

By: Baltazar Studios, LLC App

Select from thousands of Sinclair ZX Spectrum games and play their loading sound

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

44,158 ▲ 60

Data as of 2026-08-22

Rating:

4.40 +6

(746)

Version:

3.10

Last updated: 2026-08-19

Ranking

#313,103 ▼ 987

Overall

Features & Capabilities

PlayZX is a unique Chrome extension designed for Sinclair ZX Spectrum enthusiasts. It allows you to select from thousands of ZX Spectrum games and play their authentic loading sounds through your device's headphone jack. These sounds can then be fed into your physical ZX Spectrum microcomputer to load games, perfectly mimicking how games were originally loaded via cassette tapes.

Additionally, PlayZX supports playing local TAP or TZX files on your device by converting them into compatible sound files. This functionality extends loading capabilities not only to the ZX Spectrum but also to other retro computers that accept audio input for loading data. Please note, PlayZX is not an emulator and will not play games directly on your device. The extension requires certain permissions to function properly and guidance is provided to ensure optimal loading, including connection and volume settings.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Games

By:

Baltazar Studios, LLC

Downloads:

44,158 60

Rating:

4.40

(746) 6 new ratings

Version:

3.10 Last updated: 2026-08-19

Version code:

301015

Creation date:

2015-09-29

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.baltazarstudios.playzxtapes.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

92.75MB

Email:

Ba*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-22

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 313,103 ▼ 987

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Developed by:

Baltazar Studios, LLC

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.baltazarstudios.playzxtapes

Email:

Ba*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://baltazarstudios.com/playzx

User Reviews

PlayZX is celebrated for enabling authentic ZX Spectrum game loading on original hardware through mobile devices, offering a large preloaded game library and support for user imports. It features audio output tweaks enhancing loading performance and a user-friendly interface. However, users report issues like missing direct file association for .tzx files, limited local file access especially on SD cards, and occasional loading failures due to waveform and volume challenges. Additional desired improvements include tape rewind, UI accessibility options, and enhanced compatibility with newer Android versions.

Pros

App allows loading and playing ZX Spectrum games directly on original hardware using audio output from the mobile device.
Preloaded with many Spectrum games and also supports importing user personal game files in various formats.
Supports options to tweak audio output like inverting one stereo channel and converting output to square wave for better loading performance.
Highly praised for user-friendly interface and nostalgic value, providing an authentic retro gaming experience.
Compatible with Spectrum clones and various models, with some users successfully loading games on Spectrum Next and Harlequin 128.

Cons

App does not have direct integration to open .tzx files from file explorers, requiring manual import or file browsing within the app.
Some users experience loading reliability issues possibly due to incorrect waveform output or device audio volume levels requiring manual adjustment or volume booster apps.
Cannot access SD card files directly; local file browsing limited and sometimes unclear where downloaded archives are stored.
Lacks features such as tape rewind, screen saver prevention during playback, font size adjustment, and filtering options in the UI, limiting usability on some devices.
Compatibility issues reported on certain devices and newer Android versions, with clicks/noise during playback and failure to load software on some phones.

Recent reviews

Be sure to read the docs on the website and save yourself some frustration. A brilliant idea, well executed. Forget TZX and TAP conversion programs that won't work - this app sends thousands of games as WAV files straight to your Spectrum. You can also convert and send files stored on your device in any of the formats.

Pa*****, 2025-01-24

Great app, thank you! It'd be good if you could associate the app with .tzx files to open & play them direct from a file explorer (much like a wav file opens in a sound app).