micro:bit V2 MakeCode Arcade Shield ready with Battery and 1.8" TFT Color Screen

Note: There are two options of Makecode Arcade Shield Kits to choose from:

• Makecode Arcade Shield WITH micro:bit (V2) Junior Kit (a micro:bit V2 board and a USB micro B cable).
• Makecode Arcade Shield Kit WITHOUT micro:bit board.

Makecode Arcade Shield with micro:bit (V2) Junior Kit	Makecode Arcade Shield Kit ONLY (without micro:bit board)

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Note: The Makecode Arcade Shield kit works with micro:bit V2 only.

Introducing micro:bit MakeCode Arcade console. A portable handheld device that brings the world of game programming to all micro:bit users. We’ll show you how to code retro games & even mega-hits, using MakeCode Arcade. With these fantastic tools (console and web), you can learn the fundamentals of coding while creating engaging games. And the best part is that you won’t ever need to deal with any complex, tedious computer languages.

Anyone with an existing BBC micro:bit V2 board can reuse its processing capability by combining it with the MakeCode Arcade Shield as an alternative to getting a full standalone MakeCode Arcade console with an ARM processor onboard.

What is MakeCode Arcade?

MakeCode Arcade is a 2D-focused game development platform developed & maintained by Microsoft®. With a block-based games programming environment, MakeCode Arcade is well suited for young adults curious about coding & game development yet afraid to deal with traditional complex, cryptic & tedious text-based programming. Once you have completed your game, transfer it into a MakeCode Arcade compatible hand-held game device to see it in action. Live!

Exposing kids to coding early in life better prepares them for the future & it goes beyond just learning how to code. It helps strengthen their analytical thinking, problem-solving, critical thinking, social skills, self-management & even their academic skills (Mainly in Science & Maths).

Learn to code your retro game; play your classic games; share your creations with your peers. What an incredible skill, a fantastic thing to learn & do!

Note: This product is designed and assembled in Malaysia by TomatoCube*.

• Fully assembled
• Hardware Specifications:
  • Power Source: USB-C (5V) or Rechargeable Lithium battery pack(3.7~4.2V) 400mAH (included)
• Onboard Peripherals:
  • Game Control: 1 analog joystick, 2 Silicon action push button switches
  • System Control: 1 Menu push button switch, 1 Power slider switch
  • Display: 1.8” Color TFT LCD screen
  • Sound : micro:bit onboard amplifier with speaker
  • Indicator: 1 Power indicator LED indicator, 1 Multicolor lithium battery charging indicator

• Makecode Arcade Shield with micro:bit (V2) Junior Kit 
  • 1 x Makecode Arcade Shield Kit
    • 1 x Makecode Arcade Shield
    • 1 x Type-C to USB-A data cable
    • 1 x Laser-cut acrylic protection backing
    • 1 x Fabric Pouch
  • 1 x micro:bit (V2) Junior Kit
    • 1 x BBC micro:bit V2 Board
    • 1 x USB Micro B Cable

• MakeCode Arcade Shield Kit ONLY
  • 1 x MakeCode Arcade Shield
  • 1 x Type-C to USB-A data cable
  • 1 x Laser-cut acrylic protection backing
  • 1 x Fabric Pouch

• MakeCode Arcade Console, technical information (pdf)
• Sample Code, Hungry Dino!
• Makecode Arcade, official programming website