What do you gift a gamer on their birthday?
Well, the latest console is always a good idea, but those cost an arm and a leg.
But you know what you could never go wrong with?
A special DIY birthday gift.
And to give you ideas, we compiled eight awesome DIY devices to gift your gaming fanatic friend.
Mini Gaming Wheel With Gas and Brake Pedals
Gaming with a gaming wheel is a whole different experience.
It’s something you’ve got to try yourself.
These gadgets cost a ton in the market, so making one for them will certainly be appreciated.
Check out thisHackster.io guidefor the items you’ll need to build one.
It’s equipped with several letter and pattern-themed games that are incredibly mind-stimulating.
Here’s anInstructables guidewith more details on the build.
Check out this similar but easier-to-follow guide on how tobuild a simple handheld video game using an Arduino.
But you know what will make a fighting game feel even more immersive?
An actual gaming gun.
Check out thisInstructables projectto learn how to build an Arduino-based one.
It’ll be an excellent gift for that gaming head in your life.
Unfortunately, they are usually too young to get their phone.
Based on Raspberry Pi, the TinyPi is so small one can easily carry it wherever.
But don’t let the tiny size fool you; it features fun games.
See thisInstructables guidefor supplies and instructions.
Here are moreRaspberry Pi Christmas projectsyou can check out.
But how, you ask?
It features Tetris, snake, and pong shooter.
Here’s aHackaday.io guidewith more details.
Also, check out these moreincredible DIY gifts your family and friends will love.
But even then, Flappy Bird would keep you engaged for hours.
As a result, it took the world by storm and is still revered by game heads globally.
Surprisingly, it wasn’t meant to be a game.
It was the first commercially successful video game setting the pace for other classic arcade games like Tetris.
Today, there are nearly endless variations of it, some even colored.
ThisInstructables guidehas one you’ll certainly pull off whether you’ve handled DIYs or not.
It’s based on copper wires, cardboard pieces, and glue sticks.
Start by twisting the copper wires and follow the steps illustrated in the YouTube video above.
We’ve provided you with all the good ideas, so you only have to worry about execution.
Ensure you build one, and feel free to tweak it to fit your needs.
