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product_id: 534464786
title: "ELECFREAKS microbit Retro Makecode Arcade for STEM Education, Micro:bit Joystick Programming Learning Machine Supports Remote Control and Creat Games(Without Micro:bit)"
brand: "ef elecfreaks"
price: "€ 51.68"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Ef Elecfreaks"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/534464786-elecfreaks-microbit-retro-makecode-arcade-for-stem-education-micro-bit
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region: Portugal
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# STEM-focused MakeCode programming Dual function: remote control & game creation TFT 160x128 color screen ELECFREAKS microbit Retro Makecode Arcade for STEM Education, Micro:bit Joystick Programming Learning Machine Supports Remote Control and Creat Games(Without Micro:bit)

**Brand:** ef elecfreaks
**Price:** € 51.68
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕹️ Level up your STEM game with retro flair and next-gen coding power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ELECFREAKS microbit Retro Makecode Arcade for STEM Education, Micro:bit Joystick Programming Learning Machine Supports Remote Control and Creat Games(Without Micro:bit) by ef elecfreaks
- **How much does it cost?** € 51.68 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/534464786-elecfreaks-microbit-retro-makecode-arcade-for-stem-education-micro-bit)

## Best For

- ef elecfreaks enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ef elecfreaks brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Code Like a Pro:** Leverage MakeCode’s graphical programming to customize characters, scenes, and storylines—boosting computational thinking fast.
- • **Crystal Clear Retro Vibes:** Translucent acrylic with sleek circular arc design for a premium tactile feel.
- • **Plug & Play STEM Powerhouse:** Designed for micro:bit V2 with intuitive joystick, 4 directional + 2 A/B buttons, and reset for hands-on coding mastery.
- • **Endless Inspiration & Support:** Access rich tutorials, project guides, and expert help to keep your coding journey unstoppable.
- • **Double the Fun, Double the Learning:** Seamlessly switch between remote controlling micro:bit cars and creating your own games.

## Overview

The ELECFREAKS microbit Retro Makecode Arcade is a handheld, battery-powered joystick expansion board designed for micro:bit V2. Featuring a vibrant 160x128 TFT color screen, multiple control buttons, and a translucent acrylic case, it supports both remote control of micro:bit cars and custom game creation via MakeCode graphical programming. Ideal for STEM education, it accelerates computational thinking with rich tutorials and strong technical support. Note: micro:bit motherboard not included.

## Description

Product description Microsoft MakeCode Arcade WEBSITE: "arcade.makecode.com" Don’t worry about the difficulty of game programming, a lot of learning materials are available for free. Wiki Tutorial: "wiki.elecfreaks.com/en/microbit/expansion-board/microbit-retro-arcade" Wiki Cases: “wiki.elecfreaks.com/en/retroarcade/” Comfortable Grip Arc Design Inspired by the best holding design from ergonomics, it gives you a pleasant holding experience. Buttons Great feeling and provides the better handling experience. Dazzling Silk Screen The beautifully designed silk screen makes the micro:bit retro arcade more beautiful. Translucent Acrylic Case Highlight the high texture and make it more enjoyable to use the microbit retro arcade. Through Graphical Programming, it is easier for kid to understand and code MakeCode is a graphical programming platform born for education under the Microsoft Corporation. It provides programming tools and learning tutorials in different coding levels. An alligator clip interface is reserved for adapting the jacdac system We have reserved an alligator clip interface, which can be more perfectly adapted to the operation of the jacdac system. Parameters micro:bit Retro Arcade Screen Type: TFT screen Screen size: 128 x 160 Size: 13.79cm x 8.13cm Net weight: 52g Power supply method: Dry Battery Tips 1.It is normal for the screen to be a little loose!!! 2.not include microbit!!!

Review: Teaches kids more than creating games - I use this in my teaching to kids in the 10 y/o range. Sometimes with the game controller sometimes with one of the robots. Versus Scratch or Makecode alone, it makes coding very real to kids. They are programming a device to do something. So far all the devices have worked, though you have to precisely follow directions. It’s not unified yet.
Review: I like this more than the other similar products. - I really like this. I like that I can add the Jacdac sensors and make the games more interactive. If you are a fan of micro:bit, get this and start developing games. I have a couple of other MakeCode Arcade devices. This is by far my favorite.

## Features

- 【Translucent acrylic】The microbit arcade has a transparent acrylic material with a circular arc design, which makes it feel better.Please note that the microbit motherboard must be inserted into the card slot to drive！
- 【2 Functions】The microbit arcade can not only remote control the micro:bit car, but also create games. Can bring more experience and fun.
- 【STEM Educational Gift】During the process of programming learning, You can use the Makecode graphical programming language to customize game characters, various game scenes and plot designs, which can quickly develop computational thinking skills.
- 【Rich Free Tutorials Materials】(1)The bountiful guides of lessons and projects on the MakeCode website inspire users to keep exploring. (2)Wiki Tutorial Get: Wiki Tutorial Get: Pls enter "wiki.elecfreaks.com/en/microbit/expansion-board/microbit-retro-arcade" to learn. (3)Strong Technical Support—Pls click “elecfreaks” desertcart store and click “Ask a question” to email us!
- 【Operation keys and operation guide】micro:bit Retro Arcade is a color screen joystick expansion board for micro:bit V2, it contains a TFT 160*128 color screen, 4 directional buttons, 2 A/B buttons and a reset button. Please note that the microbit motherboard must be inserted into the card slot to drive！！！
- Tips: 1.It is normal for the screen to be a little loose!!! 2. not include microbit

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0C5XLSZRB |
| Best Sellers Rank | #335 in Single Board Computers (Computers & Accessories) |
| Brand | EF ELECFREAKS |
| Brand Name | EF ELECFREAKS |
| Controller Type | Button Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 52 Reviews |
| Included Components | Cassette |
| Item Weight | 0.18 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | EF ELECFREAKS |
| Manufacturer Part Number | micro:bit Retro Programming Arcade |
| Model Number | micro:bit Retro Programming Arcade |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| UPC | 779288989122 |
| Warranty Description | no |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Teaches kids more than creating games
*by D***U on January 25, 2026*

I use this in my teaching to kids in the 10 y/o range. Sometimes with the game controller sometimes with one of the robots. Versus Scratch or Makecode alone, it makes coding very real to kids. They are programming a device to do something. So far all the devices have worked, though you have to precisely follow directions. It’s not unified yet.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like this more than the other similar products.
*by S***N on March 18, 2026*

I really like this. I like that I can add the Jacdac sensors and make the games more interactive. If you are a fan of micro:bit, get this and start developing games. I have a couple of other MakeCode Arcade devices. This is by far my favorite.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly as advertised
*by M***S on August 9, 2025*

If you’re in the market for something like this, you already know what you’re getting. Your question is thus “did it work?” Yes - it was exactly as advertised, the price was solid, and it’s entirely functional. It was a bit smaller than expected (I was thinking it would be the size of an Xbox controller), but it’s for my 12yo so it’s fine. This is not a toy, it is a tool. If you do not have the background to teach your child how to use it, unless they’re exceptionally bright (and already have associated tools) it will not be useful. Since it is set up as a toy I’m saying it’s appropriate for 7 and below, however, this assumes a child advanced enough to program and patient enough to be interested. Do not get this as an unsolicited present.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*