{"product_id":"arcade-pro-with-micro-bit-elecfreaks","title":"Arcade Pro with micro:bit - ELECFREAKS","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eELECFREAKS micro Arcade Pro – Learn to Code by Making Your Own Games!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreate. Code. Play. Repeat.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTurn a BBC micro:bit into a handheld games console and discover how much fun coding can be. The ELECFREAKS Arcade Pro works with \u003cb\u003eMicrosoft MakeCode Arcade\u003c\/b\u003e, a visual coding platform allowing children to create, code and play their own games while developing problem-solving, logical thinking and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWith a bright \u003cb\u003e240 × 320 colour TFT screen\u003c\/b\u003e, comfortable handheld controls and a rechargeable battery, it's a fun and portable introduction to game design and programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom Games to Coding Projects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMakeCode Arcade uses an easy-to-learn drag-and-drop coding interface, making it ideal for beginners. Children can start by modifying existing games before progressing to creating their own, with the option to move on to JavaScript and Python as their skills develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Arcade Pro can also be used for \u003cb\u003emicro robotics and electronics projects\u003c\/b\u003e, including as a remote controller for compatible robots and vehicles. It also supports \u003cb\u003eJacdac accessories\u003c\/b\u003e, giving young makers plenty of scope to experiment beyond gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet Creating\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.elecfreaks.com\/en\/microbit\/retro-arcade\/microbit-retro-arcade-pro\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eELECFREAKS Wiki\u003c\/a\u003e provides tutorials, coding examples and step-by-step projects to help beginners get started and develop their own ideas.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e240 × 320 TFT colour display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eMicrosoft MakeCode Arcade compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eHandheld game controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eRechargeable battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eSupports compatible robots, vehicles and Jacdac accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eRecommended for ages 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eELECFREAKS Arcade Pro for micro:bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eBuilt-in rechargeable battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eBBC micro:bit v 2.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e Screen size 3.8 × 3.1 cm | Box size 13.7 × 8.1 × 2.5 cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer Recommended Age 8+. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot suitable for children under 3 years\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steam Rocket","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58062610235774,"sku":null,"price":59.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0494\/9134\/5563\/files\/Microbit-Arcade-Pro-Elecfreaks-withmicrobit.webp?v=1789847848","url":"https:\/\/www.steamrocket.co.uk\/products\/arcade-pro-with-micro-bit-elecfreaks","provider":"Steam Rocket","version":"1.0","type":"link"}