# PiGRRL Zero ## Overview ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/063/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-table-double.jpg?1462116297) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAIILlANNj4 You've seen PiGRRL, Super Game Pi, PiGRRL Pocket, PiGRRL 2 and now... it's time for PiGRRL Zero! In this tutorial we'll turn the elusive $5 Raspberry Pi Zero into portable game console! ## Features - Retropie Emulation Station: SNES, NES, SEGA, N64, and many many more! - 14 Buttons, including D-Pad, L & R shoulder, Start/Select, A, B, X, Y and two extras. - 2.2" Adafruit PiTFT 320x240 Color Display - Landscape portable console format The USB-A port allows you to add any peripherals to the Raspberry Pi Zero, such as a WiFi or Bluetooth adapter, USB keyboard or mouse, USB Audio Adapter or USB Hub. Warning: ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/120/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-adabot.jpg?1462222705) ## Project Expectations The difficulty of this project is intermediate. There is wiring and soldering involved, but no PCB hacking or sawing like our previous builds. We think this is a great project for makers who have a little bit of Pi and 3D printing experience, or are first time makers with a lot of energy and willingness to learn! This tutorial will walk you through all the steps of the assembly and takes about weekend to accomplish.  ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/122/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-topdown.jpg?1462222772) ## 3D Printed Parts You'll need to 3D print the enclosure and buttons for this project. If you don't have access to one, 3DHubs.com is a great option - simply download the STL files, upload them and choose a local hub to print and ship them to you! ## Prerequisite Guides If you're new to soldering, definitely check out Collin's Lab: Soldering. You'll learn the basics of soldering and how fun it can be! - [Learn how-to solder. Collin's Lab: Soldering](../../../../collins-lab-soldering/video) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/023/medium800/raspberry_pi_parts-2.jpg?1462039884) ## Parts You'll need the following components to make this project. - 1x [Adafruit PiTFT 2.2"](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2315) - 1x [Raspberry Pi Zero](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2885) - 1x [PowerBoost 1000C](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2465) - 1x [2000mAh Battery](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2011) - 10x [6mm Tactile Buttons](https://www.adafruit.com/products/367) - 2x [Soft Switches](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3101) (for Shoulder Buttons) - 1x [Slide Switch](https://www.adafruit.com/products/805) - 1x [USB Mini Wifi Adapter](https://www.adafruit.com/products/814) - 1x [Tiny OTG Adapter - USB Micro to USB](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2910) - 2x [PiGRRL Zero Gamepad PCBs](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2934) - 1x [2x20-pin Strip Dual Male Header](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2822) The following parts are optional. - 1x [USB Audio Adapter](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1475) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/421/medium800/raspberry_pi_pizero-gamepad-hero.jpg?1462982379) [Gamepad PCB on OSH Park ](https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/zVimevnd) ## Tools and Supplies The following tools and supplies will help you build this project. - [3D Printer](https://www.adafruit.com/category/128) + [Filament](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2080) - [Soldering Iron](https://www.adafruit.com/categories/84) + [Solder](https://www.adafruit.com/categories/84) - [30AWG](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2051) + [26AWG](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1970) Wire - [Helping Third Hands](https://www.adafruit.com/products/291) / [Panavise](https://www.adafruit.com/products/151) - [Heat Shrink](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1649) - Glue / Mounting Tack - [Wire Stripper](https://www.adafruit.com/products/527) / [Cutters](https://www.adafruit.com/products/152) - Filing Tool / Hobby Knife - 6x #4-40 3/8 (M3 x 9.5mm)machine screws ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/123/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-ports.jpg?1462222818) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/124/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-right.jpg?1462222830) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/032/125/medium800/raspberry_pi_pigrrlzero-shoulders.jpg?1462222843) - [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/pigrrl-zero/circuit-diagram.md) ## Guide Products ### Ethernet Hub and USB Hub w/ Micro USB OTG Connector [Ethernet Hub and USB Hub w/ Micro USB OTG Connector](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2992) One can never have enough socks, or USB ports. Add some more USB and Ethernet capability to your Raspberry Pi Zero or, really, any kind of tablet or computer with an OTG connector with this **USB 2.0 and Ethernet Hub**! This handy combo-hub has 3 USB 2.0 ports, and... Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2992) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/2992/guides) ## Related Guides - [Haunted Portrait](https://learn.adafruit.com/haunted-portrait.md) - [AdaBox 005](https://learn.adafruit.com/adabox005.md) - [PyGamer - Gaming Handheld Crank](https://learn.adafruit.com/gaming-handheld-crank.md) - [Dragon Drop: a CircuitPython Game for MacroPad](https://learn.adafruit.com/dragon-drop-a-circuitpython-game-for-macropad.md) - [Lego Phone Holder](https://learn.adafruit.com/lego-phone-holder.md) - [Cupcade: the Raspberry Pi Micro Arcade Cabinet](https://learn.adafruit.com/cupcade-raspberry-pi-micro-mini-arcade-game-cabinet.md) - [Introducing the iTapStick: Video Game USB Mouse Stick for Wii Nunchuk Controllers](https://learn.adafruit.com/nunchuket-kung-fu-pc-video-game-fighting-stick.md) - [3D Printed Glowing Mace Prop](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-glowing-mace-prop.md) - [IoT Moon Phase Guide](https://learn.adafruit.com/moon-phase.md) - [LED Rocket Lamp](https://learn.adafruit.com/led-rocket-lamp.md) - [Circuit Playground Password Vault](https://learn.adafruit.com/circuit-playground-password-vault.md) - [Adabot Operation Game](https://learn.adafruit.com/adabot-operation-game.md) - [DIY Bluetooth Gamepad](https://learn.adafruit.com/diy-bluetooth-gamepad.md) - [10" Raspberry Pi Desktop](https://learn.adafruit.com/10-raspberry-pi-desktop.md) - [PyGamer Marble Labyrinth in MakeCode Arcade](https://learn.adafruit.com/pygamer-marble-labyrinth-in-makecode-arcade.md)