Add RGB input to Consumer TVs | Make Arcade Monitors on the Cheap!RetroBuiltGames2026-09-29 | Add RGB input to Consumer TVs | Make Arcade Monitors on the Cheap!Milwaukee M18 Battery AdapterRetroBuiltGames2024-06-01 | Thoughtfully engineered and designed, use this 3D printed M18 battery adapter with Molex terminals for all your battery powered projects.
Terminal side is 3D files are here. github.com/retrobuiltRyan/M18-Battery-ClipA Monitor Underneath your Monitor! 4in Sony Trinitron DisplayRetroBuiltGames2024-05-01 | This is a 800x480p HDMI monitor in the shape of everyone's favorite classic Sony Trinitron television (Wega series). I made it because I love the Trinitron.
buy one (very limited stock, dont be mad) tindie.com/products/ryanbatesrbg/4inch-hdmi-monitor-800x480pNintendo GameCube Arcade + Banana Split JoystickRetroBuiltGames2024-04-01 | Arcade cabinet with A 13" CRT and GameCube so it feels like your 2002 living room. I built this arcade but I really want to talk about the Quasicon.Stop Buying Technic LEGO and Try This InsteadRetroBuiltGames2024-01-01 | This is the Mould King Heavy Industrial Forklift set # 13106 with just over 1700 pcs. It’s a quad-motor RC controlled Lego Technic-compatible forklift. I paid $124 shipped but it is any good? Not linking the product because I paid my own money to give this an honest review. You can search it with the details provided.
ToC: 0:00 Forklift Tease 0:23 Unboxing 1:27 Manual and Fit Tolerance 2:04 Mechanical Design Pros and Cons 3:07 Build Experience 4:19 Manual Critiques 7:28 Forklifting Capabilities 9:54 Model Critiques 10:29 Conclusion 11:11 Forklifting B-RollDrift Trike Skids on Pavement and in PantsRetroBuiltGames2023-12-22 | 2kW Drift Trike that is as much fun as it is poorly designed. A re-upload with new drift sleeves footage and correcting the seat position for better weight distribution.
ToC 0:00 Why you need one 2:04 Concept 2:31 BoM and Part Details 2:50 Build Process 4:08 Tires are $$$! 6:32 Motor is backwards 8:25 Chain Tension 9:05 Final ThoughtsIs this Futurama Complete Collection DVD Box Set [2015] Worth It?RetroBuiltGames2023-11-30 | Unboxing and overall quality overview of the 27-DVD complete collection released in 2015. This collection is more value than quality, but still a [nearly] comprehensive way to own the Futurama series on DVD.Gameboy Color EverDrive Clone Review. $22 AliExpress Flash CartRetroBuiltGames2023-11-22 | Does an Aliexpress $22 Everdrive Clone have any merit? Maybe!
Not linking the product reviewed in the video, as it's a clone and supporting the original creator is the only reason these exists. krikzz.com/our-productsVintage Computer Museum in Pittsburgh PARetroBuiltGames2023-10-27 | I build some cable bridges for a room full of very -old- special computers. Large Scale Systems Museum mact.io 0:00 What and Why? 3:16 Computers, low and slow
I've been volunteering here for over 6 years. It's just incredible and Dave's passion for what he preserves is enthralling.Drift Trike on a Budget. The Grippy McSlippyRetroBuiltGames2023-09-29 | Imagine pushing a children's bike with 1800watts of pure speed from the training wheels. When you use eBay parts and scrap yard salvages you get high speed garbage that is fun! UPDATED: youtu.be/Vt5ZBEO4VNgPi Station | Screen and Sound in a Box for Portable RasberryingRetroBuiltGames2023-09-04 | A transportable design to encase a 10in LCD, Rasbperry Pi, Stereo speakers and amp. I honestly forgot why I made this, please enjoy the design files.
Vector File available here: github.com/retrobuiltRyan/PiStationUse Milwaukee Batteries on your Ryobi Tools!RetroBuiltGames2023-07-28 | A weird adapter on eBay enables the forbidden mix and mingle between power tool brands.Its been 0.00 hours since your last bad idea.RetroBuiltGames2023-06-30 | I made this sign for your mum. CAD and Code here: github.com/retrobuiltRyan/Bad_Idea_SignBuild a Desktop Pac Man Arcade for under $130!RetroBuiltGames2023-04-28 | I’ll show you how to make this mini arcade. You can build it too. Built from laser cut plywood, spray-paint, a 10inch TFT LCD, and raspberry pi (or mini PC). The CAD files are here. github.com/retrobuiltRyan/PortaPi-10in-Vertical Details about the control panel (gerbers are available) are here): youtu.be/AKUg3NcVr5I
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00:00 Overview 00:44 Cut, Assemble, Paint 03:50 Artwork 05:33 LCD and Marquee 07:33 Control Panel 08:54 Speakers and Amplifier 10:15 Wire and Power On 13:06 Outro
Music is: Passport Please (Windows MIDI track) Sonic & Knuckles (Genesis) Lava Reef Zone Jet Moto (PlayStation 1) title track [this song slaps] Cool Boarders 2 (PlayStation 1) title track Earthworm Jim 2 (Sega Saturn) Subterranean Earthworm Jim (Genesis) New Junk City Earthworm Jim (Genesis) Sea TunnelsTurn my Basement Foundation Ledge into a Command Center Office PlatformRetroBuiltGames2023-03-31 | I want to move my computer to the basement arcade; but, my basement foundation has a 10inch tall by 18 inch deep ledge that surrounds the entire perimeter. It ruins any ability to fit a normal desk and chair against the wall. So, I’m going to build over it.Top 7 Modern Accessories for your Original PlayStation in 2024RetroBuiltGames2023-02-24 | The last couple years have produced some exceptional modifications and accessory for the PlayStation. These range from high capacity wi-fi enabled memory cards, modern controller support, to even replacements for your aging optical drive. These are my favorite.
ToC 0:00 Intro and Rules 0:30 RetroTink 2X-Pro 1:15 Component and SCART A/V cables 2:21 PS1 Digital Kit (HDMI mod) 3:54 Zero-Pi fight Board 4:55 Xstation 6:17 Memcard Pro 8:42 GameShark Disc Image
ToC: 0:00 Intro 3:46 PCB Assembly 7:47 Upload Code, Case Assembly 10:53 Special Uses and IdeasUniversal VESA Mount for Nintendo Switch, DSLR Camera, Phones, Screens, Everything.RetroBuiltGames2022-12-27 | A collection of 3D printable parts to mount cameras / screens / phones/ game consoles to monitor arms and articulating lamp arms. Shown here is a universal mount for the Nintendo Switch (OLED). The mount is VESA compatible and also supports a quick release mounting bracket that also doubles as a DSLR camera mount for VESA monitor arms.
CAD + 3D print files: github.com/retrobuiltRyan/Universal-VESA-Everything-Mount12-ton Chimney Demolition in a 100+ Year Old HouseRetroBuiltGames2022-11-23 | What it's like to remove 6000 bricks because you think you can do house renovations. I removed a 100 year old, four-story chimney to make a 4-story hole in the middle of my house.1000 Watt Motor in a Power Wheels F150RetroBuiltGames2022-10-21 | I install a 1000Watt mobility scooter motor into an F-150 Power Wheels. It wheelies so hard I need a donut for sitting.Build a handmade arcade in 47seconds (give or take a year). #shortsRetroBuiltGames2022-10-19 | These are handmade console arcades I designed which have a mix of genuine hardware and the occasional Raspberry pi or Windows PC because variety is the spice of making things difficult. Plans are available for this cabinet if you want to build one yourself. Extended cut of this video is here: youtu.be/VqI7_DNAuPk
Systems in each arcade (from left to right): Dreamcast: Sega Dreamcast & Genesis; Neo Geo: PS2 & N64, PlayStation: PS2 Nintendo: Raspberry Pi 3 Xbox: Raspberry Pi 3, Xbox360 & Core i5 Win 10 Astro City: Sega Genesis (and GameCube eventually)
Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.orgBuild a Better Arcade 1UP. 100% Handmade Arcade Project with Plans | Edge Lord EditionRetroBuiltGames2022-09-23 | These are handmade console arcades I designed which have a mix of genuine hardware and the occasional Raspberry pi or Windows PC because variety is the spice of making things difficult. Plans are available for this cabinet if you want to build one yourself.
Systems in each arcade (from left to right): Dreamcast: Sega Dreamcast & Genesis; Neo Geo: PS2 & N64; PlayStation: PS2; Nintendo: Raspberry Pi 3; Xbox: Raspberry Pi 3, Xbox360, & Core i5 Win 10; Astro City: Sega Genesis (and GameCube eventually)
Table of contents: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Design Overview 2:55 Construction 5:56 Paint and Finish 6:49 Marquee 8:15 Speakers and Amplifier 9:27 T-molding 9:58 Control Panels 14:07 BoM Costs + Electricity Costs 15:31 Arcade Ambiance
please subscribe if you like arcade stuffWhats in a 5lb Grab Bag of Bulk Keycaps?RetroBuiltGames2022-09-05 | I need some keycaps at the most economical price; is $0.07 per keycap worth it?Super NES + Nintendo 64 Arcade with ADC Input & Infinite Attract ModeRetroBuiltGames2022-08-19 | I give Nintendo's best consoles the arcade treatment. The N64's infatuation with analog controls also gets wrecked and I make every input digital and get objectively worse at Mario Kart 64.The Xbox 360 Arcade with an Identity Crisis.RetroBuiltGames2022-07-21 | I built an XBOX themed arcade but then that green color gave me deja-vu.Mobility Scooter Power Wheels + 40V of Power Drill BatteriesRetroBuiltGames2022-06-20 | I stuff a 300W mobility scooter transaxle into an off-brand Power Wheels then triple the power to 1000W. It basically street legal except for the bumper height.
ToC 0:00 Intro 0:18 Power Unit and HP 1:11 Torque Test 1:50 Chassis + Upgrade Scope 2:40 Mobility Scooter Transaxle 3:52 Weld a Frame / Bolt Things Together 5:08 Electrical and Motor Control 7:37 Is it Street Legal? 8:39 Costs and Final ThoughtsOpen Source [Full Size] Arduino Claw Machine for Ramen NoodlesRetroBuiltGames2022-05-29 | A full size (68 x 36 x 31inch) Arduino Mega based claw machine. Borrowing most of its design characteristics from DIY CNC machines and 3D printers, this machine remains fully open source. l breakdown the design, construction, and build features of the machine as well as an overview of the resource files. You can build this yourself; everything from CAD to Code is open source. This machine runs on an Arduino Mega, a few Stepper motors, and about 300+ hrs of work. Correction: Lupe is a Computer Engineering major, not CS. Sorry Lupe!
Table of Contents: 0:00 Intro 1:06 Cost and Bill of Materials 3:18 Mechanics Overview 9:49 Electrical Details 12:28 Code and Extra Electrical Details 16:13 Improvements and OutroSega Dreamcast Arcade with a Surprise SecretRetroBuiltGames2022-04-29 | Arcade for the Sega Dreamcast and Genesis (MegaDrive) with a 2 in 1 control panel. Instantly swap between paying either stock console by pressing a few buttons.
Table of Contents 0:00 Intro 0:50 2-in-1 Control Panel Overview 2:48 Genesis Controller Wiring 3:10 Dreamcast Controller Wiring 6:05 General Wiring 6:31 Interior Lights 6:51 Marquee 7:45 TV 8:14 Speakers and Amplifier 9:12 Outro and FutureGuitar Hero but with Arcade Buttons | Now with Rockband + World Tour SupportRetroBuiltGames2022-04-09 | I harvest a PS2 Guitar Hero Controller PCB to build a 10- button control panel to play RockBand and all the Guitar Hero games, but only with arcade buttons. Brought to you by schottky diodes! I also manage to salvage the PS2 Guitar controller by making a drop-in USB converter PCB. PCB Source files here: github.com/retrobuiltRyan/GuitarHero_PS2_to_PC
www.retrobuiltgames.comGuitar Hero, but with Arcade ButtonsRetroBuiltGames2022-02-27 | If you mix Guitar Hero with an arcade fight stick you get Button Hero. A two-handed, 16-button dexterity blasting rhythm game. This is a custom arcade and control panel running on an original PlayStation 2. It's just a PS1 + PS2 arcade kiosk, or console arcade with a specialty control panel to play Guitar Hero with nothin but buttons. Like Beat Mania but with good music.Tools I Like for Arcade Building and ElectronicsRetroBuiltGames2022-01-03 | Some of my favorite tried-and-tested tools I use when building arcades. Nothing special, just rambling about tools that are 'pretty good' from my arcade building experience. I am building some larger custom arcades at the moment which are taking longer than expected; so please enjoy this filler content!
Table of contents: 00:00 Intro 00:25 Paint Stirrer for Cordless Drill 01:43 Flush Cutters (Xcelite) 02:35 Weller Soldering Iron 03:14 Klein + Irwin Wire Strippers 05:11 CNC with Tool Changer 06:50 EagleCAD + Ultrawide Monitor 08:33 HDD Bit Cloner 09:48 Light Box (hand built) 11:47 Technician Grade Screwdriver Set (Wera) 14:18 Pilot G-2 07 Pen & Imperial + Metric Ruler 15:54 PPE for Your Ears (3M) 16:40 Hole Saw Kit (Milwaukee) 17:45 Outro and Honorable MentionsGC Loader. Optical Disc Emulator for Nintendo GameCube | Play Games from SD Card!RetroBuiltGames2021-08-07 | The GC loader is a plug and play Optical Disc Emulator (ODE) for you GameCube. This device takes the place of your GameCube's DVD-ROM and lets your run your game library (and then some) from an SD card. I buy a broken GameCube on eBay, clean it, and install this ODE and give this GameCube a second chance with new tech.Breakout PCB for 4x Cherry Keys 4x, RGB LEDs + Rotary EncoderRetroBuiltGames2021-07-20 | This is a PCB that mounts and breaks out four cherry keys and four RGB LEDs for easy integration into your projects. The RGB LEDs are the SK6812mini-E type easily found on aliexpress. You can substitute the number #1 key for a rotary encoder for a unique input breakout board.
The older version with example project: youtu.be/tCNSTyVpbnEUrban Bird Feeding | Upcycled Bird FeedersRetroBuiltGames2021-06-12 | During the pandemic I made a few bird feeders from things I had around the apartment, most of these items were found in the recycle bin. I’d like to share some of the things I learned about birds, bird feeders, squirrels and I guess the food chain.Sega Mega Genesis Drive Arcade with Real HardwareRetroBuiltGames2021-05-30 | The Sega Genesis (MegaDrive) is the pinnacle at-home arcade experience so I stuff it into a 2:3 sized custom cabinet with a modded CRT Television that accepts RGB via SCART. This arcade has a Sega 3-button controller built from scratch along with an Arduino driven relay system to enabled a credit mode for coin operated gameplay. (I build a better Arcade 1-Up with authentic parts from 20 years ago.)
Table of Contents: 0:00 Intro 1:21 Cabinet Assembly 11:16 Control Panel 19:38 Wiring 24:41 Audio and Marquee 27:14 RGB TV and Video 30:19 Extras 31:17 FAQs
Link to some of those PCBs I made: tindie.com/stores/ryanbatesrbgPlaystation 1 Optical Disc Drive Emulator: Xstation | SD Card CD-ROM Replacement for PS1RetroBuiltGames2021-04-03 | Play games on your PS1 via an SD card! An optical disc emulator or ODE is a digital CD rom replacement for your Playstation 1 built around the ESP32. Let's install it and see how to preforms. Result = 10/10 memory card blocks, would buy again.
Intro 0:00 Features 0:24 Compatibility 1:00 Installation 1:49 SD Card and Firmware 4:08 Xstation 4:51 Multi Disc Games 5:43 GameShark (Parallel Port) 6:05 GameShark (disc version) 6:30 Conclusion 7:19Design & 3D Print Quick Release Camera Tripod Mounting SystemRetroBuiltGames2021-02-19 | Quick Release Tripod mounting come in many shapes and sizes. It can be costly to retro fit all your equipment to the same interchangeable quick release system. Today we'll try actually succeed in not buying it, when you can build a quick release tripod mount system for cheaper.
3D Print files: github.com/retrobuiltRyan/Universal-VESA-Everything-MountA Better Sega Mini Astro City Arcade with a Sega Genesis (and Analogues Mega SG)RetroBuiltGames2021-02-05 | Sega is not releasing their Astro City Mini to North America so let's build our own running on Genesis (Mega Drive) hardware. Why limit the game selection to just Genesis? Let's add Game Gear and Master System by using Analog's Mega SG instead.Build a Sega Genesis [Mega Drive] Arcade Fight Stick Controller from ScratchRetroBuiltGames2021-01-22 | Let's reverse engineer (just copy existing work) a Sega Genesis controller to make our own custom arcade fight stick that works on original hardware. Maybe create our own traditional controller too. No working controllers were harmed to make this video.
Buy this PCB here: tindie.com/products/22546Imitation LEGO TECHNIC Sets on AliExpress | Cheap, Quality Non- Branded LEGO?RetroBuiltGames2021-01-08 | We've come a long way since Mega Blocks. These replica/ imitation Lego Technic sets are everywhere on AliExpress. For 1/5th the cost are they any good or is it something to avoid? *Spoiler* Yes, these bricks are quite good.
Watch episode two: 1700pc RC Forklift here! youtu.be/YCf6RRdmZV4Arduino Pro Micro Macro Keyboard Version 2.0 | DIY Macro Pad for Professional Keyboard SlayersRetroBuiltGames2020-12-25 | This is a hot-key, shortcut, stream deck, or 'macro' keyboard built with an Arduino Pro Micro. This macro pad features two rotary encoders, RGB back-lighting for Cherry MX switches, a breakout for an external foot pedal, and a mode switch for multiple key profiles. This is not new, but vastly improved version 2.0 of my previous macro keyboard.
Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:45 What is it 3:01 Assembly 14:06 Fun with Macros 15:55 Encoder Profiles 19:12 Arcade Trackball 21:28 Password Manager 22:35 Password Generator 24:18 RickRoll Button 24:53 RGB LEDs 29:16 LCD Updater 31:18 Outro
My first attempt at this: youtu.be/acJ6gufBN_A Buy my book on RPi mini Arcades: amzn.to/2W5r6KjCherry Mx / Gateron Breakout PCB. Easily Add Cherry Switches to AnythingRetroBuiltGames2020-12-19 | Cherry switches are almost the best tactile button you could ask for. Mounting them isn't quite as easy as a standard round panel-mount button. This PCB breaks out four keyboard (Cherry/Gateron) switches [buttons] with common ground into a standard 5-pin JST connector similar to arcade joysticks.
Brian's Tetris Clock video: youtube.com/watch?v=ey2mjZ-UQNM His tutorial: github.com/witnessmenow/WiFi-Tetris-ClockBuild-Testing a 2:3 Scale Arcade Cabinet (MAME Prototype Cabinet Design)RetroBuiltGames2020-11-15 | This more a build vlog of a version 1 design meant to mimic a MVS-Mini-2 (13" CRT) size arcade. I've since revised the design and hope to start on a new version with an actual CRT and authentic hardware (not a Raspberry Pi). I'm just talking about the build process for validating a new cabinet model. The final version of the cabinet design is here: youtu.be/VqI7_DNAuPk
Related video: RGB Mod a consumer TV: youtu.be/uBglWo2E5BEBunny Hop into the Stratosphere with a Custom BMX High Jump BarRetroBuiltGames2020-10-22 | Bunny Hops are fundamental for jumping better for BMX or mountain biking. I'll show you how to build a measurement tool to gauge your bunny hop progress. This is CNC project, so we'll cover just some of the basics of CNC. My bike= Specialized P3 Dirt Jumper. Links to the vector files here: http://www.retrobuiltgames.com/the-build-page/cnc-d-bmx-high-jump-barMount Fifine USB Mic to Ikea Tertial Lamp Arm with Custom 3D Printed BracketRetroBuiltGames2020-07-26 | Save a few $$ by printing this mounting adapter/ bracket and attach your USB microphone to an inexpensive IKEA articulating lamp arm. Works with Fifine K669B microphone and Ikea Tertial Lamp.
Arcade building with Raspberry Pi book I wrote: amzn.to/2W5r6KjAuto Attract (Demo) Mode for Raspberry Pi and MAME Arcades | Plug-n-Play Attract Mode HardwareRetroBuiltGames2020-06-19 | Make a plug and play hardware solution to add an auto demo (attract) mode to any arcade machine with keyboard input. This attract mode hardware keyboard selects a game from your ROM list, plays the game for a set amount of time, exits, selects a new game and repeats. Let's your arcade showcase all loaded games over time instead of just one game.
Buy this PCB: tindie.com/products/ryanbatesrbg/pcb-for-programmable-macro-keyboard-encodersMake Replacement 3D Printed Jaws for your PCB Stick ViceRetroBuiltGames2020-06-12 | I machined my own stick vice (for holding printed circuit boards when soldering) about a year ago. The PLA soft jaws need to be replaced. Let's CAD and 3D print new ones using a slightly better design.Sega Genesis / Mega Drive EPROM Reproduction Cartridges | How to Make + Other Unnecessary DetailsRetroBuiltGames2020-06-10 | What's involved in making a Sega Genesis reproduction game cartridge? We'll look at the full start-up cost for both basic cartridges and SRAM battery backup cartridges. What programmer to use, EPROM types and sizes, byte swapping the ROM, customs PCBs and shells. We'll be making PCBs from essentially scratch; therefore we do not need destroy/sacrifice a factory game to produce a new reproduction game. It's the right thing to do ;) We'll also look at options and alternatives for cartridge shells. Buy these PCBs here: tindie.com/products/20665
What I do: http://www.retrobuiltgames.comAn Engineering Introduction to 3D Printer Slicer Software | Fundamentals of FDM Printing with CuraRetroBuiltGames2020-05-29 | This is a guide on the how and why on 3D printing slicer software; it is not a guide for hardware (i.e. an actual printer). This is an in depth introduction of fundamentals and best practices for setting up prints. This is not a guide on how your printer works. So your bought a 3D printer, have some CAD models but can't grasp all the options in the slicer software? This video will focus on the in-between-step of using Cura Slicing Software. I will cover the fundamental characteristics: orientation, overhang, shrinkage (scale), and supports as we look at some practical examples. Later, we'll explore some intermediate topics like print quality, infill, and build plate adhesion.
Buy my book: amzn.to/2W5r6Kj It supports me.Windows XP Retro Gaming with a Console Sized PC Under $50RetroBuiltGames2020-05-25 | Want to get back into retro (but not too retro) PC Gaming? Here's an inexpensive and modestly powerful form factor PC suited for Windows 98 and XP games without a bulky tower. Relive the wonder years of Windows PC gaming with this console sized Thin Client PC.