Kitronik :GAME Controller for micro:bit

The Kitronik :GAME Controller for the BBC micro:bit is a retro gaming accessory designed to enhance your gaming experience on the micro:bit. This programmable gamepad-style controller is perfect for gaming on the micro:bit or for controlling other devices such as robots over micro:bit radio.

It features on-board sound, 4 directional buttons, 2 fire buttons, haptic feedback, and breakout points for adding shoulder buttons. The controller is ergonomically designed for comfortable gameplay and is fully programmable. It is powered by two AA batteries which also power the connected micro:bit. The micro:bit connects securely via the Edge Connector on the :GAME Controller.

Note: The BBC micro:bit is not included. Care should be taken when using the breakout pins 19 and 20 as GPIOs, as this may interfere with micro:bit's I2C devices such as compass and accelerometer.

Features:

• Hand-held gaming controller for BBC micro:bit
• Programmable on-board sound, directional and fire buttons, and haptic feedback
• Breakout pads for shoulder buttons
• Ergonomic design for comfortable gaming
• Can be used to control robotics or buggy projects
• Custom code blocks available for Microsoft MakeCode Editor
• On/off switch acts as power or reset

Contents:

• 1 x :GAME Controller for BBC micro:bit

Dimensions:

• Length: 155mm
• Width: 60mm
• Center Width: 30.5mm

Technical Information:

• Operating Voltage (Vcc): 3V (2 x AA Batteries)
• Max Current (All on-board devices and BBC microbit in use): 220mA
• Number of external channels: 2 x I2C/IO pins (3.3V at 5mA each)

Requires: 2 x AA Batteries (not included), BBC micro:bit (not included), Type-A to Micro-B USB Cable (not included), MakeCode Editor.

MakeCode Editor

Datasheet and resources: Datasheet (PDF), Laser cut cover DXF.