# Adafruit PyGamer > Handheld gaming console and dev board powered by ATSAMD51J19 (120MHz Cortex-M4F) with a 1.8" TFT display, 5 NeoPixels, accelerometer, and Feather-compatible headers. Runs MakeCode Arcade, CircuitPython, or Arduino. ## Quick Facts - **Brand:** Adafruit - **Board Type:** handheld-gaming - **Price:** ~$44.95 - **Product Readiness:** consumer - **CPU:** ARM Cortex-M4F @ 120MHz (ATSAMD51J19) - **CPU Architecture:** ARM Cortex-M4F - **CPU Cores:** 1 - **RAM:** 192KB - **Flash:** 512KB + 8MB QSPI - **Power:** 5V via Micro-USB or LiPoly battery - **Operating Voltage:** 3.3V - **Dimensions:** 101.6 x 60.0 x 19.5mm - **Weight:** 37.5g - **Antenna:** none - **SD Card:** microSD ## Connectivity - **Wifi:** false - **Bluetooth:** false - **Zigbee:** false - **Ethernet:** false ## Open Source - **Firmware:** Yes - **Schematics:** Yes - **PCB Layout:** Yes ## Certifications RoHS ## Compatible Firmware circuitpython, makecode, arduino ## Use Cases - retro-gaming - iot - wearable ## Components - **ATSAMD51J19** (mcu): ARM Cortex-M4F @ 120MHz, 512KB Flash, 192KB RAM, 3.3V logic. — [Datasheet](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fww1.microchip.com%2Fdownloads%2Fen%2FDeviceDoc%2FSAM_D5xE5x_Family_Data_Sheet_DS60001507F.pdf&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) - **LIS3DH** (mcu): Triple-axis MEMS accelerometer with tap and free-fall detection. — [Datasheet](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.st.com%2Fresource%2Fen%2Fdatasheet%2Flis3dh.pdf&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) ## Protocols - **I2C**: SDA: D26, SCL: D27 - **SPI**: MOSI: D11, MISO: D12, SCK: D13 - **UART**: TX: D1, RX: D0 - **PWM**: - **ADC**: ## GPIO Map | Pin | Name | Type | Functions | |-----|------|------|-----------| | A0 | A0 — ADC/DAC | ADC | analog-input, dac, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | A1 | A1 — ADC | ADC | analog-input, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | A2 | A2 — ADC | ADC | analog-input, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | A3 | A3 — ADC | ADC | analog-input, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | A4 | A4 — ADC | ADC | analog-input, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | A5 | A5 — ADC | ADC | analog-input, digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | D5 | D5 — Digital | — | digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | D6 | D6 — Digital | — | digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | D9 | D9 — Digital/PWM | — | digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | D10 | D10 — Digital/PWM | — | digital-input, digital-output, pwm | | D11 | D11 — MOSI/PWM | SPI | digital-input, digital-output, pwm, spi-mosi | | D12 | D12 — MISO | SPI | digital-input, digital-output, spi-miso | | D13 | D13 — SCK/LED | SPI | digital-input, digital-output, spi-sck | | SDA | SDA — I2C Data (D26) | I2C | digital-input, digital-output, i2c-sda | | SCL | SCL — I2C Clock (D27) | I2C | digital-input, digital-output, i2c-scl | ## Available Software - **[circuitpython]()** (open-source) - **[makecode]()** (open-source) - **[arduino]()** (open-source) ## Description ## Overview The Adafruit PyGamer is a handheld gaming and development platform that fits in your pocket while delivering serious maker capabilities. Built around the ATSAMD51J19 ARM Cortex-M4F microcontroller running at 120MHz, it combines a 1.8-inch 160×128 color TFT display with a dual-potentiometer analog thumbstick, four game buttons, and 5 NeoPixel LEDs into a compact open-source package. Unlike dedicated gaming handhelds, the PyGamer is also a fully capable development board. Its Feather-compatible header sockets accept any FeatherWing accessory, and three STEMMA connectors (two 3-pin ADC/PWM and one 4-pin I2C) allow easy sensor expansion. The board ships with 8MB of QSPI Flash for storing assets, a micro SD card slot for additional storage, a mono Class-D speaker driver, and a LiPoly battery port with integrated charging. The PyGamer supports three programming environments out of the box: Microsoft MakeCode Arcade for block and JavaScript-based game development, CircuitPython for rapid Python prototyping, and the Arduino IDE for full C/C++ control. A triple-axis accelerometer and front-facing light sensor open up motion- and light-reactive game mechanics without any add-ons. All hardware design files are open source. The board measures 101.6×60.0×19.5mm and weighs 37.5g, making it comfortable to hold for extended play sessions. Note that button caps, acrylic case, speaker, and battery are sold separately. ## Where to Buy - [Adafruit](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adafruit.com%2Fproduct%2F4242&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) — 44.95 ## Resources - [product page](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adafruit.com%2Fproduct%2F4242&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) - [product](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adafruit.com%2Fproduct%2F4242&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) - [documentation](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.adafruit.com%2Fadafruit-pygamer&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) - [github](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fgithub.com%2Fadafruit%2FAdafruit_Arcada&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) - [circuitpython](https://openhardware.directory/r?to=https%3A%2F%2Fcircuitpython.org%2Fboard%2Fpygamer%2F&ref=openhardware.directory&product=adafruit-pygamer&source=md-export) ## Tags `gaming`, `handheld`, `atsamd51`, `circuitpython`, `makecode`, `feather`, `neopixel`, `stemma` ## Images ![Adafruit PyGamer](https://nbg1.your-objectstorage.com/openhardware-directory/entities/adafruit-pygamer/6356951688f4.jpg) ![Adafruit PyGamer](https://nbg1.your-objectstorage.com/openhardware-directory/entities/adafruit-pygamer/77187e36363e.jpg) ![Adafruit PyGamer](https://nbg1.your-objectstorage.com/openhardware-directory/entities/adafruit-pygamer/bc691f73f80f.jpg) --- [View full device page](https://openhardware.directory/devices/adafruit-pygamer)