FAQ:

    What Will It Do?

    The GameShine console will provide a portable gaming experience with a focus on retro-inspired games along with modern titles. It will feature downloadable games, multiplayer capabilities through WiFi or Bluetooth, and programmable features that allow users to create and share their own games using MicroPython.

    Who's Done What Beforehand?

    The concept of portable gaming consoles has a rich history, with major contributions from companies like Nintendo (Game Boy, Nintendo DS), Sony (PSP, PlayStation Vita), and more recently, with independent devices like the Raspberry Pi-based handhelds (Example: The Lameboy and PiGRRL). These devices have explored various aspects of portable gaming technology, from hardware design to software ecosystems.

    What Will You Design?

    The design elements include:

    • PCB Design: Custom layout integrating the XIAO ESP32C3 microcontroller, display drivers, power management, and connectivity features.
    • Casing: Ergonomically designed casing with buttons and D-pad, utilizing 3D printing and molding for mass production.
    • Software Interface: User-friendly interface for game navigation, downloads, and settings, plus the development environment for game creation.
    What Materials and Components Will Be Used?
    • Electronics: Microcontrollers, display (LCD or OLED), batteries, speakers, PCB, LEDs, resistors, capacitors, diodes.
    • Casing Materials: Plastics for molding, possibly rubber for grips, metal for structural components.
    • Miscellaneous: Cables, screws, connectors.
    Where Will They Come From?

    Components like microcontrollers, displays, and batteries will likely be sourced from electronic component suppliers and manufacturers, both domestic and international. Plastics and other raw materials for the casing may come from specialized suppliers in the plastics and composites industry.

    How Much Will They Cost?

    The cost will vary based on the sourcing strategy and quantities ordered, but preliminary estimates include:

    • Microcontroller: $3-$5 per unit for the XIAO ESP32C3.
    • Display: $10-$15 per unit.
    • Battery: $5-$10 per unit.
    • Complete BOM (Bill of Materials): Estimated total cost per unit for all components might range from $50-$100 depending on volume and sourcing.
    Materials List:

    Here are the materials for the PCB:

    Qty Description Price Link
    1 XIAO ESP32S3 23.82$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0BYSB66S5?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
    1 XIAO ESP32C3 19$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/Seeed-Studio-XIAO-ESP32C3-Microcontrolador/dp/B0B94JZ2YF/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.PJZ5qt6-xZ7WdePVkPq-uZGEIjak7KUfu-v_WzzGLBkBKkMsVs0fM9_ku60D_UlAkwFeU4IBo8sV8Ee2qVRmUJRYG5PFu_zphMw1BHtR_0d0T1cBKFRsRJCZbbNQV4udAy8e_jlQQVekKDejrkcN0Armi22hlVGNVS0yataA9HxTod14YOClgQSQEbpWxBMhQf2YQ2VyvSSd7ITf0-GKnS4yskJFCq7P5Mz6H9BMXaKMIkYQCl-_06u_y-qWA6cMngN1RbD5YRy2lto-tOCIU-zXA1-9HPcz74Q0XharMQI.RAqqOKgELwZFUeqH7NcQg5JuNUg83818NU8EOiU-6tg&dib_tag=se&keywords=xiaomi+esp32c3&qid=1718216930&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.242f5c11-6cfd-40d6-91f6-be3d1974080c
    20 Pin Header 10.88 $ https://www.amazon.com.mx/HiLetgo-unidades-Pitch-Single-Header/dp/B07R5QDL8D/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_es_MX=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&crid=17JNBUBVSGQNI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UifjtcCY_nZn6sYFyOeC8XVBOIkJT4YIYxvFicKIW5UjEgeIzSP29kBBzRKob1O_LbMJIpwbNOKW2NCvqHFMcQou2OEzUDgmR0Oq6ReyHfoC41zFzEj5jWnon4rK_EKS1G3MJT4tLvEx4OB-52yCzjJGcQ4ljvtQF0g-tRdXo6ru4oaKZ0MmRFBrYLqHt7LoBprVPy4_ELsmTgrt3-DAouAtJN3Jq3tiiHrTW10MNbrfOr3IEVBNurFnqJjRfZud6V2ts71ys4iyj19Yoov2AdgkQiQtg9HB1crmbwgjQm8.c7ka9viVSfSjRHTujJSmcJIx8oTDdkpuq3OC3XAXxIU&dib_tag=se&keywords=pin+header&qid=1718216535&s=industrial&sprefix=pin+heade%2Cindustrial%2C113&sr=1-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.242f5c11-6cfd-40d6-91f6-be3d1974080c
    1 Copper Plate 3.47$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/Baquelita-20x30-Placa-Fenolica-Cobre/dp/B0BFC69CMD/ref=asc_df_B0BFC69CMD/?tag=gledskshopmx-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=629844921294&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16577397819503830501&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9073959&hvtargid=pla-1945865227583&psc=1&mcid=3d41740f5319375b9048d93974134240
    7 1k Resistances 18.00$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0BZJXFFHF?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
    Total Cost: 75.17$

    And here are the materials for the project:

    Qty Description Price Link
    1 PCB 75.17$ Manufactured by me
    1 ILI9341 Display 11.52$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B0C4761ZJG?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
    1 PLA 1.75mm Transparent Filament 11.46$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/Filamento-SHANDABULIU-Impresión-Dimensional-Transparente/dp/B0C8SJQHQV/ref=asc_df_B0C8SJQHQV/?tag=gledskshopmx-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=673223094394&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16798009837175887650&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9073959&hvtargid=pla-2249559725741&mcid=87c21040b6753b4ba8c89a825b73dc76&th=1
    1 PLA 1.75mm Red Filament 23.94$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/Filamento-impresora-Creality-resistente-dimensional/dp/B0BYDH6LYM/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.J_dudLTK78BizJWOnl4J9gmK7eUp3d_VdP4sHz3qjsTtoWgduoPmdIR-r2ebl7AITBwubhqCdp6Wa3L61Uu6Jbvkc81ecEeFnEwmO8pcqidWXqBNtdofrMeHd-p58sl5zpznR-rleL80oenrv399Wx7-I1CkfESzE07lqtb6--BX2i_k2VZZPWlCP0CmMyz1S78fAmxhiBx7Ng0zK5ff4gvx1jBepwT3TEs0oKe57wWPnxABNt2p_Dyfa8hdKZip6gymcBFLxNpsKrtn-b_kBcJu43hhAPMXJCvmuxYXBv4.wYVVZYV2zdA9szJ-gN1Q_zJJHEoFxjLw9s2OZ3OKihs&dib_tag=se&keywords=red%2Bfilament&qid=1718216773&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.242f5c11-6cfd-40d6-91f6-be3d1974080c&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
    1 SNES Controller 23.62$ https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B07JPQY66K?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
    Other (Soldering tin, DuPont Cables, Tape.) 5$
    TOTAL: 150.71$
    What Parts and Systems Will Be Made?
    • PCB and Electronic Systems: Including all integrated circuits, display systems, audio output, and power management.
    • Mechanical Systems: Includes the casing, button assemblies, and any moving parts like the battery compartment.
    • Software Systems: Firmware for the microcontroller and software for the user interface and connectivity features.
    What Processes Will Be Used?
    • PCB Manufacturing: Involving etching, drilling, and possibly multilayer fabrication.
    • Injection Molding: For mass-producing the plastic components of the casing.
    • 3D Printing: For prototyping and possibly for final production of certain custom parts.
    • Assembly: Manual and/or automated assembly processes for putting together the electronic and mechanical components.
    What Questions Need to Be Answered?
    • Feasibility: Can the proposed features be integrated within the cost and size constraints?
    • User Experience: Will the design be user-friendly and appealing to the target demographic?
    • Scalability: Can the production be scaled to meet potential demand?
    • Durability and Reliability: Will the device withstand regular use over an extended period?
    How Will It Be Evaluated?
    • Testing: Both hardware and software will undergo rigorous testing, including user testing with target demographics for usability and satisfaction.
    • FabAcademy Feedback: Post-launch feedback will be crucial to evaluate the success of the GameShine console in the market.
    Do I Have Enough Knowledge To Achieve This?

    In the programming part I have enough knowledge to do really cool things, however, in the electronics part, I have very little knowledge and it is complicating a lot.