The ultimate desktop retro arcade machine! Picade is a Raspberry Pi-powered mini arcade that you build yourself, with authentic arcade controls, a high resolution 4:3 display that’s ideal for retro gaming, and a punchy speaker to hear those 8-bit game soundtracks at their best

Note: This version of the Picade is compatible with the Raspberry 2 and 3B+ only.

The all-new Picade has been completely redesigned, from the inside out! There’s new artwork, a new display and display driver board, dedicated power button, an all-new Picade X HAT, easier wiring, easier access to the interior of the cabinet, beautiful new packaging, a bunch of extra goodies (stickers and an enamel Picade pin), and a gorgeous Picade poster and assembly instructions.

Picade comes in kit form, and it’ll take around two to three hours to build. The cabinet is made from powder-coated MDF, giving it a quality look and feel similar to a full-size arcade cabinet. All you’ll need to add is a Raspberry Pi, power supply, and micro-SD card.

Cabinet features

• Black, powder-coated panels
• Acrylic marquee and console with authentic artwork
• Push-fit arcade buttons
• Joystick with black ball top
• 3″ speaker (5W, 4)
• Easy access with removable back panel
• Dedicated illuminated power button
• Grippy rubber feet
• Dimensions: 350x230x210mm

8-inch display features

• 1024×768 (4:3 ratio) IPS (wide viewing angle) display
• Pimoroni-designed and manufactured HDMI display driver board and keypad controls
• Powered by micro-USB cable (included) from your Pi

10-inch display features

• 1024×768 (4:3 ratio) IPS (wide viewing angle) display
• Pimoroni-designed and manufactured HDMI display driver board and keypad controls
• Powered by micro-USB cable (included) from your Pi

Picade X HAT features

• Easy DuPont connectors for buttons and joystick
• Push-fit speaker terminals
• I2S audio DAC with 3W amplifier (mono)
• Power management, power switch pins, and power button
• 4-way joystick inputs
• 6 player buttons
• 4 utility buttons
• Metal standoffs to hold your Picade X HAT securely