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Translucent acrylic arcade board with 160x128 TFT screen and joystick controls

MCDODO

MCDODO microbit Retro Arcade 160x128 TFT Joystick Board

SKU CH-3FDE-H8C6K

A colour TFT joystick board with a 160×128 screen for micro:bit V2 game coding and remote control

  • Product typeSingle Board Computers
  • Colour 160x128 TFT screen shows games clearly
  • Four directional plus two action buttons give full control
  • Makecode graphical coding builds computational thinking fast
  • Translucent acrylic shell with curved edges feels comfortable
  • Works as remote for micro:bit car and game console

micro:bit Arcade Expansion Board

This colour-screen joystick board plugs into a micro:bit V2 to create a handheld game console or a remote controller for micro:bit robots. It is aimed at educators and young learners who want a tangible introduction to block-based coding and game design. The kit ships without a micro:bit, so buyers must supply one separately.

Thermals and Power in Use

The board draws modest current from the micro:bit’s edge connector and runs cool during typical classroom sessions. No active cooling is required and operation is silent, making it suitable for desk work or group activities. Battery life depends on the micro:bit power source chosen by the user.

Screen and Controls for Coding

A 160x128 TFT display provides colour feedback for MakeCode Arcade projects, while four directional buttons, two action buttons and a reset button give direct input. Tutorials on the MakeCode site and the Elecfreaks wiki guide learners through sprite creation, level design and multiplayer concepts. The transparent acrylic shell protects the PCB and offers a comfortable grip.

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Price $54.99
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Specifications

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Product typeSingle Board Computers

Questions about this item

How do I fit the micro:bit V2 into the card slot without bending the pins?

Align the board edge connector with the slot, press straight down until it clicks, and check that the TFT 160*128 screen lights up before securing the acrylic case.

Which parts will wear out first if I use the directional buttons daily?

The four directional buttons and two A/B buttons are mechanical switches; they will need replacement once the tactile click feels soft or misses presses.

At what point does the TFT 160*128 screen become the bottleneck during long coding sessions?

The 160*128 resolution limits sprite detail and frame rate, so complex animations will stutter before the micro:bit processor reaches its limit.

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