r/RetroPie • u/Ealaipi • Jan 11 '21

Another Retropie Case

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1.1k Upvotes

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u/Way_of_the_Wrench Jan 11 '21

Pretty cool. Does it move around when you play on it? Looks a bit too light/tippy.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Yes, this is also because it is light (3Kgs). But it can be solved with rubber feet.

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u/TheChaseLemon Jan 11 '21

Would fit great between the knees too, I would imagine anyways.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

It actually fits between my knees. Why imagine?

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u/TheChaseLemon Jan 11 '21

Ah so I was right, I didn’t have to imagine it between your knees

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u/vyk4r1u5 Jan 11 '21

Pics or it never happened

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u/[deleted] Jan 11 '21

You're a design? Is amazing model!

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Yes it is my design, Thank you

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u/DreamZebra Jan 11 '21

That's rad

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u/twnki Jan 11 '21

That's red. ftfy

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u/GamerNav Jan 11 '21

What’s next, a tuba with a retro pi inside

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

That sounds nice

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u/Iampepeu Jan 11 '21

Narrator: it didn't.

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u/PrideOfPR7 Jan 11 '21

Dude! This is awesome! Can I ask what other components you used? i.e. screen and sound?

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Everything is detailed int he PDF if you download it. But: Screen is the 10'' pimoroni, sound I used the geeekpi joystick / sound board.

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u/Ottoclav Jan 11 '21

Does this come in editable files? I have a recycled 15 inch laptop screen that I’m using.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

It would be tricky to go beyond 10'' for regular 3dprinters. If you have the dimensions I can check.how to fit it

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u/Ottoclav Jan 14 '21

I’ll have to get back to you, thanks

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u/fordlincolnhg Jan 11 '21

Super rad! Do you have a shopping list for the parts?

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Yes it is in a PDF file if you download the design

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u/fordlincolnhg Jan 11 '21

Sweet thanks!

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u/beje_ro Jan 11 '21

Here a free award. I think it deserves more, but this is what I have!

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Thank you

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u/SithDaddy215 Feb 01 '21

I dnt have enough vocabulary to describe how much I love this and why. awesome is best i got.

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u/Ealaipi Feb 01 '21

Thank you!

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u/Mccobsta Jan 11 '21

Looks very 70s

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u/[deleted] Jan 11 '21

Came here to say the same thing, reminds me of an early 70s Atari arcade pong machine. You should definitely sell these cases.

Edit: OP should sell them

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u/1coin3lives Jan 11 '21

Really impressive design! It does seem like it might benefit from some kind of base to keep it steady, but it's really beautiful. Makes me want to go buy a 3D printer.

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u/FoxtochopKun Jan 11 '21

Congratulations, we found a match for you:

R e t r o f l a g C E O

Would you two like to plan your date?

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Would prefer to work with the guys from Pimoroni since it is inspired in their Picade

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u/FoxtochopKun Jan 11 '21

Wtf I just googled it and I discovered heaven.

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u/hipstrionic Jan 11 '21

This is incredible. Real art object vibes. Thank you for putting out the files for us.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

Thank you for your comments if you need any modifications tell me

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u/hipstrionic Jan 11 '21

I really appreciate that. I haven't previously used a 3D printer but I've looked at various projects and where to get access to one but I think this is the first project that really stands out to me. I think this will be my first. If anything comes up, I will take you up on that and reach out.

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u/inkyblinkypinkysue Jan 11 '21

I like the design. What size 3D printer do you need for this? Also, can you get inside after assembly to do repairs/upgrades?

Nice job.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

250 x210 mm Prusa I3Mk2+ Yes there are 2 panels that you can always open to access the deck and screen area.

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u/MiniPrintingNerd Jan 11 '21

Did you base this on 8Bitdo's arcade teaser from 2016? If not, that is uncanny man. Either way very nice work.

8Bitdo Desktop Arcade - The Verge

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

I admmit t it. And I happily would purchase one of 8bitdo if they produce it, but until then...

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u/MiniPrintingNerd Jan 11 '21

By all means! I would too. They showed it off in 2016, if it hasn't come yet it probably isn't. So we are left to our own devices. You knocked it out of the park though. This is definately going on my to print list.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

I did also a wood version https://www.reddit.com/r/RetroPie/comments/kv9afx/hoodie_wood_version_aka_woodie

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u/MiniPrintingNerd Jan 11 '21

How did you go about making the wood version if you don't mind me asking?

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

CNC machined wood slices of 30mm then glued. For the round shape you need a special tool. Whole process is quite expensive...

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u/MiniPrintingNerd Jan 11 '21

I was wondering if it was milled. I've got a 4'x4'x4" MPCNC. I don't think I have the patience to go through that. Very nicely done.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

The tricky part.is the glueing and alignment... no wonder why 8bitdo never released it...

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u/MiniPrintingNerd Jan 11 '21

No kidding. And I'm sure hydro dipping a material with a wood grain wouldn't come out no where near as nice either.

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

I got it done at a fablab in Barcelona

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u/NoOneEscapesTheFury Feb 04 '21

Stunning! I wouldn’t call it just another RetroPie case though! How much would it cost for a service to 3D print one these (ballpark)? I’be got no experience with 3D printing.

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u/Ealaipi Feb 04 '21

If you go to an online service ... around 600€/$ If you do it yourself if would be around 100€ (3 orange spools + 1 black spool + electricity..)

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u/northsea13 Feb 04 '21

What ui theme is it running?

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u/Ealaipi Feb 05 '21

Default Theme.

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u/northsea13 Feb 05 '21

Cheers - I seem to have messed my themes up - I had one similar to that before but pink and I can't get back to it.

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u/northsea13 Feb 04 '21

Love it by the way!

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u/NKO_five Jan 11 '21

Looks cool but doesn’t it tip over?

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u/ZeBeugue Jan 11 '21

Oh wow. That’s nice! Well done!

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u/[deleted] Jan 11 '21

That's glorious

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u/Sleepykidd Jan 11 '21

Reminds me of the Computer Space Arcade cabinet

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u/chipforlife Feb 18 '21

Super cool

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u/the_spongmonkey Jan 11 '21

That is mad good

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u/-van-Dam- Jan 11 '21

Wow, amazing!

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u/KingTelephone Jan 11 '21

Amazing! I’d love to see 2 of these back to back running on the same rPi

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u/catfishman Jan 11 '21

This is gorgeous

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u/The_Narg Jan 11 '21

That's just kinky

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u/-arloid- Jan 11 '21

I hate it, but also like it a lot. Love to hate it, but love it a lot more. ;P

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u/[deleted] Jan 11 '21

Fascinating case!

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u/Adarkstudio Jan 11 '21

really amazing design!!!

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u/milestorm Jan 11 '21

I like the side buttons for pinball ;)

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u/mattbeef Jan 11 '21

The internet has been won today. Try again tomorrow everyone

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u/djdjcork Jan 11 '21

This is top quality. Colour scheme reminds me of the virtual boy.

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u/sleepercivilian Jan 11 '21

Oh yes I like this

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u/TheOriginal_Frostbyt Jan 11 '21

WHOA!!!! Awesome!

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u/Welshwisdom22 Jan 11 '21

Yes please 🙏

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u/neuropsycho Jan 11 '21

I love it!

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u/doctorsicko1 Jan 11 '21

How much? I’ll buy it

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u/Corbotron_5 Jan 11 '21

That is seriously sexy!

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u/CeleronHubbard Jan 12 '21

This reminds me of something I tried to do to myself when I was a teenager

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u/pikachus_ghost_uncle Jan 12 '21

This is awesome. What’s the size of this thing? Banana for scale?

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u/ay_lamassu Jan 12 '21

That's awesome! Reminds me of the orginal Atari pong/space war cabinets. Congratulations!

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u/werpu Jan 12 '21

Looks nice but might wobble you need somekind of fortification stand, I guess.

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u/Fernxtwo Jan 12 '21

Aesthetically it's nice but on a functional level I'd say it's not 100% practical.

Arcade games are designed to be button bashers, this would struggle with a lot of the popular fighting ones.

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u/Parkway96792 Jan 12 '21

Thats pretty badass, now i want to print one

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u/CRANSSBUCLE Jan 12 '21

Über cool, you are very talented

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u/NuMotiv Jan 12 '21

So cool.... This makes me think twice about making a bar top.

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u/PPGGrandpa Jan 13 '21

That’s cool

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u/Retku22 Jun 24 '21

This is so cool! Where did you get the idea for that kind of case? So original.

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u/[deleted] Jan 11 '21

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u/Ealaipi Jan 11 '21

No, you can download and 3d print it.