Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico

Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Pico, a fully programmable all-in-one handheld gaming solution for the Raspberry Pi Pico.

This retro-styled handheld features a 96-color fully addressable LED display arranged in a 12 x 8 matrix, a buzzer for audio feedback, a vibration motor for haptic response, and 6 input buttons (4 directional and 2 action buttons) for an interactive gaming experience. The board breaks out multiple GPIO and ADC pins to standard 0.1” footprints for expanded project possibilities.

Powered by three AA batteries housed in ergonomic holders that double as comfortable hand grips, the ZIP96 is designed for easy and enjoyable gameplay. The Raspberry Pi Pico connects via low-profile 20-way pin sockets, with compatible pre-soldered Pico boards and accessories available separately.

Kitronik provides MicroPython modules and sample code via their GitHub repository, along with lesson plans aimed at KS3/4 computing education (Grades 6-8/9-10 in the US), making this product ideal for both education and hobbyist applications.

Features:

• All-in-one retro-styled handheld gaming solution for Raspberry Pi Pico.
• 96 color fully addressable LEDs arranged in 12 x 8 display.
• Buzzer for audio feedback and vibration motor for haptic feedback.
• 6 input buttons: 4 directional and 2 action buttons.
• Breakout for GP1, GP11, ADC1, ADC2, GP18 to GP21 with 3.3V and GND at 0.1” pitch.
• Pre-fitted low-profile 20-way pin sockets for Raspberry Pi Pico connection.
• Ergonomically designed AA battery holders that act as hand grips and power source.
• Supporting MicroPython modules and sample code available on GitHub.
• Developed lesson plans for classroom and educational use.

Contents:

• 1 x Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico.

Dimensions:

• Length: 141mm.
• Width: 60mm.
• Height: 24.6mm.

Requires (sold separately):

• Raspberry Pi Pico with pre-soldered headers.
• 3 x AA batteries.
• USB lead for programming and power.

Resources:

• MicroPython module and sample code repo
• Two-player game design for ZIP96 & Pico W
• How to add and manage modules from PyPI in Thonny
• Datasheet
• Free Lesson Plans