MAKE. PLAY. CODE. YOUR OWN GAMES CONSOLE!… The 8BitCADE XL is an educational, DIY Game Console that you create to learn in a fun and rewarding way – learn electronics & programming while playing your favourite retro games!
MAKING… The 8BitCADE XL comes in kit form that you assemble to create your very own handheld gaming console. Our intuitive make guide will walk you through, step by step, how to assemble your new console. It’ll also guide you through the basics of soldering, what each component on your 8bitCADE does and more! PLEASE NOTE – the XL needs a soldering iron to make.
LEARNING… The 8BitCADE XL isn’t just a handheld gaming console – it’s an education. You’ll learn everything from the basics of programming to game development with our project-based tutorials and foundation courses. Aimed at all difficulties, there are guides for both beginners and experienced programmers alike – from how the Arduino IDE works to how to program the famous retro game ‘Space Invaders’.