You can make this DIY controller in six hours and for less than 12 bucks—but would you want to?
I think I'll stick with my GameSir Nova Lite.
The GameSir Nova Lite is a budget-friendly PC controller that costs less than $30, but what if you could make a similar controller yourself for around $11? Meet the Undercooked V0.4, a DIY controller project that can be completed in about six hours. This unique pad lacks a D-pad and full set of face buttons, instead limiting itself to a single analogue stick, X and A inputs, a menu button, and a B button relegated to the right shoulder.
Created by Lazy_Duck, the idea behind this simplified pad was to make it simple and affordable, with components easily found in any small electronics shop.
The Undercooked V0.4's design consists of a single microcontroller, the RP2040-Zero, and a protoboard, making it a tech piece reminiscent of East Germany's post-war electronics. With only four buttons and an analogue stick, this controller certainly brings novelty to the table. The 3D printed shell, made from 150 g of filament, is secured with heat-set threaded inserts, ensuring durability in case of accidental falls or being thrown around.
However, the lack of comfort in the backside of the controller, which is completely flat, may be an issue for extended use.
If you're looking for a cheap electronics project, the Undercooked V0.4 might just be the perfect fit, even if you ultimately decide not to use it as a controller.
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