If you loved CircuitMess’ first product MAKERbuino, you’ll definitely love ByteBoi. It’s an improved and reimagined version of the beloved 8-bit educational gaming device. Now, thanks to a new Apple World Today deal, you can get one for only US$109.99.
ByteBoi Description
ByteBoi is an open-source retro game console that you can assemble and code yourself. It can be coded in Make Code Arcade – an awesome online coding interface with a bunch of examples and tutorials. You can even use your ByteBoi for remote controlling your Wheelson because of the built-in Wi-Fi chipset. Build your own game console while learning about electronics, coding, game graphics, game engines, character animation, and more with ByteBoi.
What You’ll Learn
- Assemble your own gaming device
- Learn how video game consoles work
- Code your own video game
- Animate characters & simulate physics in a video game
- Interface your ByteBoi with your Wheelson
What You Can Do With It
- Play pre-made games on your ByteBoi
- Make your own video game & brag about it in front of your friends
- Connect your ByteBoi to the internet
- Share your creations with a community of game makers
- Byte the road, Jack
ByteBoi Specs
- Color: red
- Materials: plastics, electronic components, electronic circuit boards, metal nuts, bolts, spacers
- Dimensions: 3.6″H x 19″L x 29″W
- DIY game console
- Focus topics/skills
- Electronics
- Game consoles
- Coding
- Character animation
- Interfacing
- Game graphics
- Game engines
- Manufacturer’s 1-year warranty
Standard Kit: What’s Included
- Full color TFT display
- Main circuit board
- Li-Po battery
- Acrylic casing
- A bag of other small components
- An instruction booklet
You’ll need tools for assembly (NOT included).
Shipping
- Ships Internationally
- Expected Delivery: Jan. 30 – Feb. 6
- Expected International Delivery: Feb. 4-12
Terms of the Deal
- All sales final.