Mini–games have never been so fun! Get ready to learn about game graphics in a fun, hands-on way. This bundle includes Bit, an open-source retro game console that you can assemble and code yourself. It can be coded in Make Code Arcade – an awesome online coding interface with a bunch of examples and tutorials. You'll also get CircuitPet, a DIY virtual pet similar to Tamagotchi. You can play with it, take care of it, love it, and help it grow! Unlike other pets, you can take a break from CircuitPet.
Bit: DIY Advanced Game Console What Can Bit Do
- Explore the fun of pre-loaded mini-games, puzzles & adventures
- Simulate physics, bring your animations to life & share your creations with other gamers
- Enjoy the dance while chasing your (or someone else’s) Wheelson around
Hardware Skills
- Soldering
- Microcomputers & microprocessors
- Electronic components & their functions
Coding Skills
- Animate characters & simulate physics in a video game
- Code your own games
- Interface your Bit with CircuitMess Wheelson
CircuitPet: Handheld Virtual Pet
What Can CircuitPet Do
- Similar to Tamagotchi; build & code your own handheld virtual pet
- Always on; you can take a break but don't forget to check in every once in a while
- Collect XP, keep your pet happy & level up your character with 6 pre-loaded mini-games
Hardware Skills
- Soldering & hardware assembly
- RTC (real-time clocks)
- Microcomputers and other electronic components
- TFT LCD displays
Coding Skills
- Coding in C++ & CircuitBlocks
- Low power & always-on technology
- Embedded programming
- Video game mechanics