Piper Make Game Controller

Introducing the Piper Make Game Controller: Merge Gaming with Learning

Welcome to a world where gaming meets education with the Piper Make Game Controller. Designed for students and gaming enthusiasts alike, this kit combines the thrill of building a functional game controller with the educational benefits of coding and electronics. Ideal for classrooms and home use, it empowers learners to explore, create, and code through hands-on projects and interactive challenges.

In this mission, you’ll build your own game controller – using our custom PCBA, wood pieces, and brass hardware. As you help Piperbot and Pip explore Pip’s Arcade in our storyline, you’ll learn to code your own games too!

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Additional Equipment Required

Yes

Prior Tech Knowledge Necessary

None

What’s Included:

      • Custom PCBA (Printed Circuit Board)
      • Laser Cut, Laser Etched Wood Pieces
      • Brass Hardware
      • Jumper Wires (M2F)
      • Blueprint Postcard
      • Piper Make Sticker

The Game Controller is an add-on and REQUIRES a Piper Make Base Station with the Raspberry Pi Pico to get started (sold separately).

Why Choose the Piper Make Game Controller?

  • Build Your Own Controller: Step-by-step instructions allow you to assemble a fully functional game controller, learning about electronics, circuits, and hardware integration along the way.
  • Coding Adventures: Engage in coding challenges that enhance your understanding of game mechanics and programming logic, transforming gaming into a learning adventure.
  • Hands-On Learning: Explore the intersection of gaming and technology through interactive projects that make learning engaging and fun.
  • Educational Value: Aligned with STEM curricula, the Piper Make Game Controller includes comprehensive resources and lesson plans to support educators in teaching essential coding and gaming skills.
  • Quality and Support: Crafted with durable materials and backed by expert support, ensuring a reliable and educational experience for all users.

Fuel Creativity, Spark Innovation

With the Piper Make Game Controller, gaming becomes a platform for learning and innovation. From building circuits to writing code, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills essential for future success.

Join the Gaming Revolution

Transform learning with the Piper Make Game Controller and inspire a new generation of gamers and coders. Empower your students to explore, experiment, and excel in the world of gaming and technology.

For educators:

Our Piper Make online platform includes tools to facilitate teaching with Piper Make! Resources such as Educator Guides and a full suite of Google collaboration tools including Classroom Share Button, Google Single Sign On (SSO), and Save to Google Drive functions are free and available at make.playpiper.com.

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