ElecFreaks

Retro Arcade for Education

Name: Retro Arcade for Education
Brand: ElecFreaks
SKU: EF-EF08247
Price: 94.35 AUD
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Designed for classroom and maker learning, this handheld arcade device lets students create their own games through Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. It supports a ...

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Designed for classroom and maker learning, this handheld arcade device lets students create their own games through Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. It supports a friendly blocks-based programming workflow, helping kids build game roles, scenes and plots in an approachable way.

MakeCode Arcade is part of Microsoft MakeCode, a graphical programming platform for education. It provides instant feedback, learning tutorials, a blocks editor and a text editor so learners at different coding levels can progress at their own pace.

The Retro Arcade includes a colour screen, rechargeable battery, Type-C charging and built-in sensors for more interactive game ideas. Sensor expansion and LEGO compatibility are listed as available, giving students more options for creative builds and classroom projects.

An ElecFreaks wiki page is available for setup and learning resources.

Features:

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade: game programming project under the MakeCode graphical programming platform.
Instant results: supports quick feedback while learning and creating.
Blocks editor: allows children to create games with block-based programming.
Text editor: provides a text-based programming option for learners ready to progress.
Steps guide: supports guided learning for different coding levels.
Self-defined game role: lets students define their own game roles.
Multiple game sceneries: supports designing multiple scenes.
Plots design: supports game plot design.
Built-in sensors: gives kids more chances for creative projects.

Specifications:

Item: RETRO Arcade for Education
Rated Voltage: 3.7V
Battery Capacity: 560mAh
Charging Voltage: 5V
Charging Current: 1.35A
Charging Port: Type-C
Power Protection: Overcharge and Overdischarge
Screen Size: 2.4inch
Resolution: 320 x 240
Built-in Sensors: Buzzer, photocell, gyroscope, vibration motor
Sensors Expansion: Available
Lego Compatibility: Available

A practical choice for coding clubs, STEM lessons and young makers who want to learn programming by building playable games.

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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.

Gyroscope: A gyroscope measures rotation, such as how fast a board is turning around its X, Y, and Z axes. This matters for projects like gesture controls, balancing robots, and motion tracking where tilt or rotation changes need to be detected.
MakeCode Arcade: MakeCode Arcade is a free, beginner-friendly programming environment from Microsoft for making simple retro-style games, using either drag-and-drop blocks or text code such as JavaScript or Python. It runs in a web browser and can also target compatible handheld game devices.
photocell: A light-sensitive component whose electrical resistance changes with the amount of light falling on it. It matters when choosing or using light sensors, automatic lights, or brightness-detecting circuits because its response speed, resistance range, and sensitivity affect how reliably it detects light levels.
Type-C: USB Type-C (USB-C) is a small, reversible USB connector used for charging, power, and data transfer on many modern devices. A Type-C port or plug indicates the cable and charger connection needed to power, charge, or communicate with a device.
vibration motor: A small motor with an off-centre weight on its shaft, which shakes when it spins. It matters when choosing haptic feedback, alerts, or simple movement effects, as you need to match its voltage, current draw, size, and mounting style to your project.