Adafruit Arcade Bonnet for Raspberry Pi with JST Connectors

Playing retro games becomes straightforward with the pocket-sized Raspberry Pi as your powerful core. Customize your own arcade console, desktop setup, or a simple controller box effortlessly. With a few connections for buttons and a joystick, weekend projects transform into year-round entertainment.

The Adafruit Arcade Bonnet simplifies the process of building intricate emulator projects. Perfectly sized for a Pi Zero, it’s incredibly compact but also compatible with Pi models including 2, 3, B+, 4, and 5. With JST sockets, connect up to six arcade buttons seamlessly using quick connects. Its header breakouts facilitate use with switched or potentiometer-equipped joysticks.

Benefit from a 3W digital speaker output that works with 4-8 ohm speakers, even with audio-less HDMI displays or TV outputs. Designed with an I2C-GPIO converter, it efficiently manages switches by freeing up pins, ensuring compatibility with other accessories such as PiTFT.

Sold as a mini-kit, the Bonnet includes headers requiring soldering to attach to a Raspberry Pi. Choose your preferred buttons, joysticks, and speakers, as these aren't included. Suitable options include Arcade Buttons, 2 Axis Joysticks, and digital speakers. Enhance your setup with 20 x 12" female jumper wires for easy connections.