Develop your coding skills with the Kitronik ARCADE, a fully featured programmable gamepad designed for use with the MakeCode Arcade block editor. This classroom pack includes 10 Arcade gamepads, 10 USB noodle cables, a pack of 40 batteries, all conveniently packaged in a reusable Gratnells tray.

The MakeCode Arcade editor allows users of all levels to create retro arcade games using drag-and-drop blocks, JavaScript, and soon Python. The Kitronik ARCADE gamepad is ergonomically designed with a full-colour LCD wide viewing angle screen, piezo sounder for audio feedback, vibration motor for haptic feedback, 6 gamer input buttons, menu and reset buttons, and an on/off switch. It also includes a software volume control, USB programming port, and two expansion ports for advanced users.

Educational Benefits: Utilize guided tutorials, lesson plans, and community-created games available on the MakeCode Arcade website to enhance learning and teaching experiences.

Power Options: The ARCADE can be powered by 3xAA batteries or via micro USB, with battery holders acting as ergonomic hand grips for comfortable gaming anywhere.

Advanced Use: Expansion and debugging ports allow expert users to customize their experience further. Please use caution and expertise when accessing these features.

Features:

• Fully featured handheld programmable gamepad for MakeCode Arcade
• Full-colour LCD wide viewing angle screen
• Piezo sounder for audio feedback
• Vibration motor for haptic feedback
• 6 gamer input buttons, menu button, reset button, on/off switch
• Software volume control and USB programming port
• Two expansion ports for advanced customization
• Powered by 3xAA batteries or micro USB

Contents:

• 10 x Kitronik ARCADE for MakeCode Arcade gamepads
• 10 x 1m White USB Type-A to Micro-B Noodle Cables
• 1 x Pack of 40 Pro-Elec Alkaline AA Batteries
• 1 x Gratnells Storage Tray F1 Shallow Tray Kitronik Green
• 1 x Gratnells Clip-on Lid for F Range