RetroPie Mini Arcade Machine - Dinky Kong
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Bill of Materials
- Raspberry Pi 3B+ & Power Supply x 1:
- Raspberry Pi Screen, 5-inch x 1: Refer to the assembly guide for exact specification
- Power Cable Extension x 1: Refer to the assembly guide for exact specification
- Speakers x 1: Refer to the assembly guide for exact specification
- Mini AUX audio amplifier x 1: Refer to the assembly guide for exact specification
- Right Angle 3.5 Male to Male Audio Stereo Jack x 1:
- HDMI Angled 90D Male to Male Flat Cable x 1:
- 12mm Momentary Push Button x 5: Refer to the assembly guide for exact specification
- Delay USB EncoderZero x 1:
- 6mm x 10mm Compression Spring x 1:
- Female to Female, Breadboard Ribbon Cables x 1:
- Threaded Inserts [Sizes in MM] M2.5x4, M3x4, M3x6 x 14:
- Countersunk Screws [Sizes in MM] M2.5x4, M3x6, M3x8 x 14:
- M3 x 50 Pan head screw and Nut x 1:
- Electric Insulation Heat Shrink Tubing x 1:
- 12x12mm Momentary Switches x 4:
- USB & USB C Extension Cables x 1: See instructions for details.
Description
Dinky Kong – A 3D-Printed Mini Arcade Machine and Tribute to the Golden Age of Arcades
Updated with support for Raspberry Pi4, Raspberry Pi3b+ model still available.
Inspired by the legendary Donkey Kong arcade machine that defined a generation, Dinky Kong is a lovingly reimagined mini arcade cabinet, built from the ground up for makers, gamers, and nostalgia lovers alike. This compact tribute brings authentic arcade magic into the palm of your hand.
Powered by a Raspberry Pi 3 (Model B+) , Dinky Kong is designed for medium-skill makers. Don't worry we have a full instruction guide to help you build your own Mini Arcade Machine.
What makes this build special?
🕹️ A completely unique 3D-printed joystick, engineered specifically for this project to replicate the original arcade feel in a smaller form.
🎨 An original marquee, control panel, and side art, included in PDF to bring that classic cabinet vibe to life.
This isn’t just a shrunken version—it’s a reimagination. Whether you're reliving the arcade era or discovering it for the first time, Dinky Kong is more than a build—it's a celebration of where video gaming began. Decide your own colours of side panels and marquee and then add the finish touch with a separate trim, just like the T-moulding on original arcade machines.
Get started today and soon you'll be fighting for the high score on your own desktop! This also looks great on display and will get the conversation started over the favourite games of your childhood.
Designed 100% in Tinkercad!
Game on!
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License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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