This $80 DIY kit helps you code and build a console

TL;DR: As of January 9, get the Nibble Educational DIY Game Console for Ages 9+ for only $79.99 — you’ll save 27%.

If you’re eagerly anticipating GTA VI but find it hard to wait at least another year, you might be interested in the Nibble DIY gaming console that lets you build your own system and code custom games. It may sound expensive, but this deal running through January 14, is available for $79.99 (reg. $109.99) with free shipping during this CES-inspired sales event.

DIY gaming console with retro titles

No experience building consoles? No worries. This kit is designed for beginners, including children ages nine or older, with a complete guide and everything you need included. You’ll find parts like circuit boards, pushbuttons, and chips, and learn how to assemble everything with screws and soldering.

After you finish putting the Nibble console together, insert the included batteries and power it on. It comes preloaded with four titles inspired by retro games: Bonk, Invaderz, Snake, and SpaceRocks. 

Code and play custom games with open-source software

But the coolest part comes when you’re ready to code your own games. You’ll be using Nibble’s open-source software, CircuitBlocks, which is similar to Scratch or Code.org and simple for beginners to start experimenting with embedded programming. 

As you learn and practice, you can test out your games on the console and make adjustments to the software. It’s an engaging way to learn about programming, especially if you’re trying to interest your kiddos. If nothing else, it’s surely an entertaining activity to do yourself or with friends or family.

Grab your Nibble DIY gaming console while they’re on sale for $79.99 (reg. $109.99) with free shipping until January 14 at 11:59 p.m. PT. No coupon is needed for this CES-inspired offer.

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