Arcade & Gaming
Build your own arcade cabinet or retro gaming setup with our range of arcade buttons, joysticks, controller boards and gaming kits. From translucent LED-lit buttons to complete DIY joystick kits, we stock everything you need for custom arcade projects.
Perfect for maker spaces, STEM classrooms and hobbyists across Australia. Compatible with Raspberry Pi and popular microcontrollers, these components make it easy to create interactive games and controllers for projects of any skill level.
Colourful Arcade Buttons - Clear
SKU: PI-COM0423 | Brand: Pimoroni
Classic arcade buttons in a variety of colours.Ever feel the need to relive the glory days of button mashing in your local arcade?Or possibly you just need to add a button to your project and want something a little m...
Delivered by Thu 18 Jun
Input Shield for Arduino
SKU: DF-DFR0008 | Brand: DFRobot
The upgraded Arduino Input Shield includes a two axis mini joystick (with moment switch) as well as four colored push buttons(Red,Yellow,Blue,Green). The reserved APC220 Radio Data Module(SKU:TEL0005) interface...
Delivered by Thu 18 Jun
Gravity: Joystick Module V2
SKU: DF-DFR0061 | Brand: DFRobot
The Gravity Joystick Module V2 provides two-axis analogue control (X and Y) plus a digital push-button switch. Connect the two analogue outputs and one digital output to your Arduino or other microcontroller for intui...
Delivered by Thu 18 Jun
PiGrrl Zero Custom Gamepad PCB
SKU: AF-2934 | Brand: Adafruit
A custom gamepad PCB designed for the PiGRRL Zero project. This PCB dramatically cuts build time by providing a ready-made board — just solder in 6mm tactile switch buttons and wire up the header pins to your Pi Zero....
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Mini Analog Joystick - 10K Potentiometers
SKU: AF-3102 | Brand: Adafruit
A compact analogue joystick with two 10kΩ potentiometers and a spring-return mechanism. Unlike arcade-style joysticks that use clicking switches, this joystick provides smooth, proportional analogue output across a fu...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
SKU: AF-3103 | Brand: Adafruit
Sometimes a simple analog control device can be the perfect tactile solution for your project, but they can be surprisingly hard to come by. Luckily we've found a low cost, quality PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Foot switch
SKU: AF-423 | Brand: Adafruit
Your friends probably tell you that you are "good with your hands," but now you can also be good with your feet! This foot switch is made of rubbery plastic, is plenty strong to put up with any amount of stomping, and...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Arcade Button - 30mm Translucent Green
SKU: AF-475 | Brand: Adafruit
This 30mm translucent green arcade button features a crystal-clear glossy finish and smooth button action. A pre-installed micro-switch with gold-plated contacts provides a satisfying press with tactile feedback — no ...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board
SKU: AF-512 | Brand: Adafruit
A PSP/Xbox-style analog thumb joystick with a built-in press-to-select button, mounted on a breakout board designed for easy panel mounting. Unlike simple directional joysticks, this analog stick provides precise, pro...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Adafruit Arcade Bonnet for Raspberry Pi with JST Connectors [Mini Kit]
SKU: AF-3422 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit Arcade Bonnet makes it easy to build retro gaming projects with a Raspberry Pi. It's sized to match the Pi Zero for compact builds, but works with any Pi that has a 2×20 header (Pi Zero, Pi 2, Pi 3, Pi B+...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Adafruit UNTZtrument! Open-Source 8x8 Grid Controller Kit [8x8 White LEDs]
SKU: AF-1929 | Brand: Adafruit
Build your own open-source 8×8 button grid controller with the Adafruit UNTZtrument kit. Designed by PaintYourDragon and based on the Adafruit Trellis platform, this DIY kit features 64 translucent silicone buttons wi...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
ChromaTek 19mm Rugged Momentary Metal Pushbutton with NeoPixel
SKU: AF-5236 | Brand: Adafruit
A rugged chrome-plated metal pushbutton with a built-in full-colour NeoPixel LED ring. Simply drill a 19 mm hole in any panel up to 0.45″ thick, fit the button, and seal it with the included rubber gasket for water re...
Delivered by Wed 8 Jul
Wireless Joystick Breakout Board for XBee
SKU: SF-DEV-14008 | Brand: SparkFun
This breakout board makes it easier to build a custom wireless controller for XBee-based projects, without relying on a standard hobby RC transmitter. It is designed for makers who want to choose their own control lay...
Delivered by Mon 29 Jun
Kitronik ARCADE for micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade
SKU: KI-56116 | Brand: Kitronik
Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and MakeCode Arcade, a fully featured programmable gamepad for use with the MakeCode Arcade block editor. The Kitronik ARCADE for BBC micro:bit and...
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Joystick:bit for Micro:bit
SKU: EF-EF03407 | Brand: ElecFreaks
Joystick:bit is a game joystick based on Micro:bit. On the board, it has integrated a joystick and 6 undefined keys. It is very convenient for users to extend different communication modules because it has extended co...
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USB Retro Arcade Game Controller
SKU: TB-XC5802 | Brand: Jaycar
Experience button mashing utopia in the comforts of your own home. In addition to retro arcade gaming goodness on your computer, you can also plug it into a Nintendo Switch, Raspberry Pi, Playstation 3 or Android TV. ...
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Colourful Arcade Buttons - White
SKU: PI-COM0421 | Brand: Pimoroni
A classic arcade-style pushbutton in white, perfect for adding a satisfying, tactile control to your projects. With a short 2mm travel distance, these buttons deliver the responsive feel of a real arcade cabinet. The...
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Mini Analog Thumbstick - Similar to Joycon Style
SKU: AF-5628 | Brand: Adafruit
A compact, self-centering analogue thumbstick with a feel and size similar to Nintendo Joy-Con joysticks. It uses two 10kΩ potentiometers (one for each axis) to provide proportional X/Y analogue output, plus a centre-...
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Adafruit Wii Nunchuck Breakout Adapter - Qwiic / STEMMA QT
SKU: AF-4836 | Brand: Adafruit
Turn a Wii Nunchuck into a versatile I2C controller for your next project with the Adafruit Wii Nunchuck Breakout Adapter. It fits snugly into the Wii connector and handles level shifting and power regulation, so you ...
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Colourful Arcade Buttons - Green
SKU: PI-COM0405 | Brand: Pimoroni
Classic arcade buttons in a variety of colours.Ever feel the need to relive the glory days of button mashing in your local arcade?Or possibly you just need to add a button to your project and want something a little m...
Out of stock