RetroSwitch

Summary

This project was to create a portable gaming system that could also double as a portable computer. The goal was to create a console that was functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. Guide im using - https://www.instructables.com/Homemade-Game-Console-NinTIMdo-RP/

Plan

I am going to be printing and assembling a 3D model of the device using a online tool. The model files can be downloaded from a specific URL. The device can be assembled by joining the front and back halves using metal dowels, standoffs, and glue, and attaching a screen using epoxy and glue. The circuitry of the device involves wiring buttons and joysticks to a Teensy ++ 2.0 microcontroller using digital and analog pins, and connecting a battery and charger to power the device. The display can be attached using a flex cable and hot glue. Finally, the software for the device can be set up by installing an operating system and configuring the controls.

Budget

All adafruit products shipping - 20$

ProductSupplier/LinkCost
Raspberry PI 4https://www.adafruit.com/product/4295$35
Screenhttps://thepihut.com/products/official-raspberry-pi-7-touchscreen-display$82.20 + 10 (shipping)
Teensy LChttps://www.adafruit.com/product/2419$17.50
Soft tactile switchhttps://www.adafruit.com/product/3101$1.95
Joystick x2https://www.adafruit.com/product/512$11.9
Wireshttps://www.adafruit.com/product/1311$15.95
Casewww.pcbway.com (link for model - [https://github.com/timlindquist/Nintimdo-RP_3D_models])$40
Power bankhttps://www.amazon.ae/Philips-10000mAh-Portable-DLP1710CV-97/dp/B082HQ6M7R/ref=sr_1_5?c=ts&keywords=Mobile%2BPhone%2BPortable%2BPower%2BBanks&qid=1672756310&s=electronics&sr=1-5&ts_id=12304344031&th=1$13.34 + 10 (shipping)
Total$257.84 (Final price may vary due to later offers)