ElecFreaks Retro Arcade SE Kit for micro:bit (micro:bit not included)

The ElecFreaks Retro Programming Arcade SE is a color screen joystick expansion kit compatible with micro:bit V2. It features a 160 × 128 TFT color display, a 4-direction joystick, two A/B buttons, and a reset button, allowing users to program and play games both online and offline via the Microsoft Arcade platform. The kit supports custom game characters, diverse scenarios, and plot design using graphical programming software, providing an educational tool for coding and game development. It connects directly to the micro:bit edge connector and can also function as a remote control, making it suitable for classroom learning, prototyping, and hands-on STEM activities.

Features

TFT Display | 160 × 128 color screen for visual feedback and game output.

Joystick | 4-direction analog control for navigation and gameplay.

Buttons | Two A/B buttons, four directional buttons, and a reset button for input control.

Micro:bit Compatibility | Supports micro:bit V2 via edge connector.

Programming Platform | Compatible with Microsoft Arcade for online and offline game development.

Customization | Supports custom characters, scenarios, and plot design using graphical programming.

Remote Control | Can function as a controller for external devices or projects.

Specifications

Electrical:

Operating Voltage | 3.3 V (powered via micro:bit V2)

Current Consumption | ? 70 mA (idle)

Buzzer Output | 2 – 4 kHz tone range

Mechanical:

Display | 160 × 128 TFT color screen

Joystick | 4-direction analog

Buttons | 2 A/B buttons, 4 directional buttons, 1 reset button

Dimensions | 120 × 70 × 25 mm

Weight | 80 g

Performance:

Response Time | ? 15 ms input to micro:bit signal

Connector | micro:bit edge connector

Compatibility:

Supported Platforms | micro:bit V2

Programming Support | Microsoft Arcade, graphical programming software

Operating Temperature | 0 – 50 °C

Links

- Elecfreaks Wiki