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

Get creative with your kids and teach them how to code games.
By StackCommerce  on 
The following content is brought to you by Mashable partners. If you buy a product featured here, we may earn an affiliate commission or other compensation.
DIY console in yellow
It's a fun way to get beginner coders engaged. Credit: Circuit Mess

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.

Mashable Deals
Want more hand-picked deals in your inbox?
Sign up for Mashable's daily Deals newsletter.
By signing up you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Thanks for signing up!

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.

StackSocial prices subject to change.

Topics Gaming


Recommended For You
This CompTIA IT fundamentals course bundle is $64.97

This $280 smart guitar has an app and light-up fretboard

Create content with this $50 lifetime AI subscription

This PDF converter app is just $24.97 for life


Trending on Mashable
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for February 21

Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for February 21

NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for February 20


How to try Sora, OpenAI's AI video generator
The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.
This newsletter may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. Subscribing to a newsletter indicates your consent to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe from the newsletters at any time.
Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!