Easy DIY Projects

Raspberry Pi based home alarm system, using PiFace. Python alarm system, providing monitoring of motion sensors, and remote buttons. Also acts as a server for remote control from Android client.

In this episode, I’ll teach you how to build your own AdventurePi, the ultimate DIY Raspberry Pi portable arcade cabinet! The AdventurePi is a DIY portable retro gaming rig that uses RetroPie to emulate a variety of classic video game consoles. It’s comprised of a rugged, waterproof hard case that houses a portable display, Raspberry […]

Real size arcade machine for two players I made using a Raspberry pi 2 with emulation station and retropie. I know it has been done several times but here is my take on it. It uses two controllers and the driver can be downloaded from: https://github.com/digitalLumberjack/mk_arcade_joystick_rpi Excellent driver for two players. Each player has 6 […]

In this video, we use a Raspberry Pi Zero W and a Raspberry Pi camera to make a smart security camera! The camera uses object detection (with OpenCV) to send you an email whenever it sees an intruder. It also runs a webcam so you can view live video from the camera when you are […]

I built an all-in-one arcade joystick containing a Raspberry Pi 3 that hooks up to your TV for playing retro games using RetroPie! Introducing: the Retrobox. This video will show you how to make your own. ● Full guide + parts list/links: https://howchoo.com/g/zjm4zwzjzgi/pi-retrobox-build-your-own-diy-raspberry-pi-arcade-joystick ● What you’ll need (direct links to Amazon): Raspberry Pi 3 B+: […]

Finally completed our custom made retro gaming coffee table. Build from a Corona Pine rustic looking coffee table. This table has being 3 weeks in the making. Let us no what you think in the comments section below about this table. Xiaomi Mobile Deals GeekBuying – https://affiliate.geekbuying.com/gkbaffiliate.php?id=1007&url=183111 April Savings Toys and Gadgets – https://affiliate.geekbuying.com/gkbaffiliate.php?id=1007&url=183112 Awesome […]

Ill show you two different builds using a custom base cabinet with little to no knowledge of arcade building prior to this build. No background in electronics needed for either one of these projects.

Something I did randomly while learning the Raspberry Pi 2. It started off with just an LED and Buzzer, and then it grew into this monster. I have to disassemble it soon for other learning projects, so I just thought of making a video of it before I take it apart. I may rebuild this […]

In this video I build a bartop arcade machine from a half sheet of MDF using a raspberry pi. This video is sponsored by JLCPCB. Get professional printed circuit boards for as low as $2 by visiting https://jlcpcb.com. I have wanted to build an arcade machine for a long time. I’ve watched several makers in […]

Nicole and I are big gamers and we both have fond memories of early PC and console games. While our two kids and business prevent us from diving into games like we used to, we’ll always be gamers at heart. So when my buddy Brian Ibbot from Coverville asked me to help him with an […]

Gmail Users: Be sure to disable 2-factor or just find some throwaway email service! LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE Watch the next installment of DoorSMS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQlXgi7THG8 Code: https://github.com/alexram1313/doorsms Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SMS_gateway SMTP: https://www.arclab.com/en/kb/email/list-of-smtp-and-pop3-servers-mailserver-list.html Live in a sketchy neighborhood and/or want to take matters into your own hands? Let’s build a system that texts us when a door opens […]

Yet another arcade build, this time in a compact design meant for extended play. Alslo in the video is a DIY USB keyboard encoder made from an Arduino compatible microcontroller. A much cheaper alternative to off-the-shelf arcade keyboard encoders as a 32u4 dev board = $6 USD. Arduino code here: http://www.retrobuiltgames.com/the-build-page/usb-keyboard-encoder/ Kit for this Model: […]

… finally finished with this project (with the exception that I am waiting for a shorter HDMI cable to arrive from china). In this video I show off the wiring for the new power supply as well as all of the buttons and joystick working. I’m sure I will upgrade some parts and features in […]

All in one RetroBox based on Raspberry Pi 3 model B+, a super easy project that shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes to make but delivers hours of fun! Part List DIY Handle Arcade Set Kits Joystick: http://bit.ly/2LMZdyI Mini Smart Switch Remote Control Module: http://bit.ly/2l9PrLI Encoder to PC Joystick and Buttons: http://bit.ly/2lapL1H Sign up for […]

in this video, Mike from The Geek Pub shows how to build a RetroPie Bartop Arcade Cabinet using a Raspberry Pi. To get the plans, find out more and go further in-depth read the article on TheGeekPub.com: http://www.thegeekpub.com/4506/build-retropie-bartop-arcade-cabinet/ Follow me on social media: Facebook: facebook.com/TheGeekPub Instagram: instagram.com/TheGeekPub Support me on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheGeekPub

Start to finish I cover: designing, creating graphics, sourcing materials, electronics/wiring, and setting-up RetroPie to build a two-player 1/3rd size desktop arcade cabinet. www.retrobuiltgames.com End music is: Chemical Synapse (unknown artist) LoZ Majora’s Mask Eclipse Apocalypse (Blue Streaks) ocremix.org

So I’ve been making lots of progress and in this video I show the painted sides of the cabinet (still needs sanding), the wired RGB buttons hooked up to the controller, and finally the custom pcb which houses the power management and RGB driver controllers as well a labelled headers to make wiring the buttons […]

My arcade project made with an Ikea lack table and a raspberry pi zero. My pi 3 is in the post so I’ll upgrade then 🙂 Support my channel https://www.paypal.me/theduffman82

This is a slideshow of my Raspberry Pi 3 based IKEA arcade table build. It uses the RetroPie image to provide an interface to your favourite retro games. This IKEA “Gulliver” table has enough room for two sets of arcade controls and a 17-inch monitor. It’s great with two player games such as Gauntlet, Metal […]

It took me a about one month to get my Retropie set up the way I wanted to, two weeks to build this whole cabinet with helping hands and the materials cost me about 450€ in total. Let me know if there are any questions on how to build your own Bartop Arcade. (apologies to […]

This is my last personal project. My first arcade. Enjoy! C & C are welcome.

NOTE : THIS IS A RE-UPLOAD MY ORIGINAL CHANNEL GOT TAKEN DOWN SO I WILL BE UPLOADING FROM HERE NOW. In this video i decided to build a Raspberry Pi 3 Arcade Machine. The project took about a weekend and it was really great doing it. It was a dream of mine since i was […]

Ever wanted to build an arcade machine but had no idea how? Well, today I’ll be teaching how to build a fully operating arcade machine using a Raspberry Pi3! Parts: Button+Joystick kit- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H036850?psc=1 Raspberry Pi 3- https://www.amazon.com/Raspberry-Pi-RASPBERRYPI3-MODB-1GB-Model-Motherboard/dp/B01CD5VC92/ref=pd_sim_21_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01CD5VC92&pd_rd_r=33DS3GQ3E2PRN8WY4YP6&pd_rd_w=6PZ4m&pd_rd_wg=cQbwR&psc=1&refRID=33DS3GQ3E2PRN8WY4YP6 Just get the amp and speakers from anywhere, EBay, Amazon, Yard sale, wherever! ———————————————————————————————————— The Software you’ll need: […]

I built a retro gaming console, using a Raspberry Pi and some arcade parts. Parts and Fightmaster Fight Stick kit available at http://gameroomdesigns.ca/

⬇ README ⬇ How to make your own RETRO ARCADE MACHINE Hi everyone! You are fans of retro games, games from your childhood haven’t played for a long time? If so, watch this video tutorial and learn how to make a homemade recreational arcade machine from scratch. The video consists of 3 parts: 1) Setting […]

I take you through my experience of building my own Raspberry Pi – Mame Arcade Cabinet from start to finish Check out part 2! Cabinet plans http://www.coldbeamgames.com/blog/i-built-an-arcade-cabinet Retro Pie https://github.com/retropie/retropie-setup/wiki http://blog.petrockblock.com/retropie/#retroposts I like to Make Stuff How to make a Raspberry Pi arcade (with NO programming) Transferring ROMs (I used USB method) https://github.com/RetroPie/RetroPie-Setup/wiki/First-Installation#transferring-roms Button Layout […]

So I finally get a chance to visit home so you know what time it is! It’s time to visit some future projects I’ve been collecting parts for. This time I go through the components that will make up a raspberry pi retropie arcade tabletop cabinet that I’ve always wanted to build. I’ve already got […]

Want a small arcade cabinet that’s easy to make? Here you go! Subscribe to my channel: http://bit.ly/1k8msFr Second Channel: http://bit.ly/iltms-2 Don’t pirate games! I own the Mario games shown in this video. For more info, read the DMCA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Millennium_Copyright_Act Get the digital plans here: http://www.iliketomakestuff.com/product/bar-top-arcade/ My Full Size Arcade Cabinet series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLice_sU_6Rfhw7LK-tl8A8u1XYQKeuFri Setup 2nd player […]

Raspberry Pi 3 top home security system/security camera project that uses a touchscreen, alarm, motion sensor,camera, and wifi. When armed, the security system will make the camera will take a picture and upload the footage to a users email. This is a really good diy home security system projects for kids, beginners, and more expieranced […]

In this video i decided to build a Raspberry Pi 3 Arcade Machine. The project took about a weekend and it was really great doing it. It was a dream of mine since i was a kid i’m excited to have finally accomplished it ! If you liked this video please like,comment & subscribe

Hey folks, fun project for you today – making a custom all-in-one portable arcade system that hooks up to modern TV’s via HDMI. To accomplish this, I used a Raspberry Pi 3 loaded with RetroPie emulation software along with any and all classic video games and arcades games you can ever want! Want your own […]

Find out how to make an easy portable arcade console (cabinet) using a Raspberry Pi. You can bring it anywhere, plug it into any tv, and play all your favorite classic ROMs. This arcade has 4 general buttons and a joystick, but you can also plug in any old usb enabled controller. We use a […]

Like, subscribe, and comment below. This build log follows the arcade cabinet build including wiring and assembly using an MDF cabinet and a Raspberry Pi 2 and 3. This is a basic cabinet that doesn’t use vinyl graphics, or T-molding. Those will be used in future builds. There is still much to be improved with […]

I’ve wanted one of these raspberry pi/retro pi arcade systems for a while but wanted to make a special box to put it in that looked like an antique table top TV/radio. I feel the outcome of this project is exactly that. The case is built out of 1/2″ and 1/4″ plywood, and the veneer […]