Kitronik ARCADE for MakeCode Arcade

The Kitronik ARCADE is a handheld gaming platform designed for Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. Code your own retro arcade games using drag-and-drop blocks, JavaScript, or Python — then play them on this fully featured gamepad with a colour LCD screen, audio, and haptic feedback.

Hundreds of free games are available on the MakeCode Arcade website to download and play immediately, or follow guided tutorials to create your own from scratch.

Key Features

• Full-Colour LCD Screen – Wide viewing angle for clear gameplay
• 6 Gamer Buttons – D-pad and action buttons for full game control
• Piezo Speaker – Audio feedback with software volume control
• Vibration Motor – Haptic feedback for immersive gaming
• USB Programming Port – Connect to MakeCode Arcade for coding and game upload
• Battery or USB Powered – 3×AA batteries for portable play, or micro USB
• 2 Expansion Ports – Direct microprocessor pin access for advanced users
• Ergonomic Design – Battery holders double as comfortable hand grips

Specifications

• Platform – Microsoft MakeCode Arcade
• Languages – Blocks, JavaScript, Python
• Display – Full-colour LCD (wide viewing angle)
• Audio – Piezo sounder with software volume control
• Buttons – 6 game inputs, menu, reset, on/off switch
• Power – 3×AA batteries or micro USB

Ideal For

• Learning game development and coding fundamentals
• Classroom STEM and computer science education
• Playing retro-style arcade games on the go
• Young coders and game design enthusiasts

Package Contents

• 1× Kitronik ARCADE gamepad

Resources

• MakeCode Arcade – Games, tutorials, and editor
• Datasheet (PDF)
• GitHub – Bootloader (advanced users)