I Built My Own Slimbox! (Hitbox Style Controller)

DISCLAIMER: This video isn't necessarily a tutorial but rather a video just showing the process in which I built my controller.
Build was streamed live on my Twitch: / tonidotcs
Useful Links:
Purple keycaps printed by: / loki3d.studio
3D Model: www.printables...
Cherry Keycaps: drive.google.c...
Code: github.com/jfe...
Arduino IDE: www.arduino.cc...
XOutput: github.com/csu...

[@ProfessionalCrayonConsumer]

Bro you're so goated for modifying and making the buttons available for download I thought I was going to be paying so much for the Kailh switches

[@cereverus]

Because of this tutorial, I fixed my body clock, found purpose in life, and beat bad guys who is in my way. I achieved celestial rank due to this tutorial!

[@tonidotcs]

NOOOOO if you fixed your body clock, who else am I gonna play escape rooms with at 4am

[@alexiswashed]

When you were uploading the firmware, what was the correct board in the IDE? It looked like you had Arduino Micro, but then said it didn't work, so a bit confused. Should it be Arduino Micro on the dropdown/selected board, or Micro Pro, which I'm not seeing as an option? Great video btw, I've got it all printed and have the micro showing up tomorrow, so hoping to be able to solder and get it all done this week

[@afaelr]

Guitarduino is a firmware that works with the pro micro and outputs Xinput just fine.

[@tonidotcs]

Thankfully, I managed to write my own code to make the controller plug and play. XOutput was making my mouse lag if I forget to close it.

[@jqson24]

it's nice to watch fellow Pinoy have passion for DIY Fight Stick

[@Jake-sb8on]

Amazing video, you have inspired me to build my own hitbox thank you so much!

[@anthonyspinozzi1312]

I'm going to get working on this right now. I think, if I'm not mistaken, that I have everything needed right now in my garage, and should be able to have this working by tomorrow so long as I print everything tonight

[@dricjosh]

Video is very informative and helpful! Everything about this is a dream! 😍 I love seeing you live your life exactly what you want! makes me want to make one of my own.

[@tonidotcs]

I cannot with these comments HAHAHAH

[@Sahl989]

Very informative video Is there any 3d module for right handed mix box with 14 button layout?

[@MrZeval]

I ended up adjusting your models in blender, the wall that connects the button to the switch was too thick. I was able to get it to stick to the switches correctly now. I can share the files if anyone needs it. What gauge of wires do you use for soldering the switches?

[@tonidotcs]

I'd love to have the files! I used 26 AWG wires

[@sunkenrlyeh]

@mrzeval i would love to get the files for the buttons too.

[@sup3rclarke]

Please do share 🙏

[@dagbackhand2478]

Im doing some research before my parts get in. im trying to see if i could program it as a X-input or as a console controller so i can use the brook converter. Can you point me in the right way?

[@tonidotcs]

There's code that works with an Arduino Pro Micro that makes it an XInput Controller, that way you wouldn't have to use additional software. As for making it work with consoles/brook converter, I'm not quite sure as I haven't tested it yet.

[@dagbackhand2478]

@@tonidotcs looking at the website it says any "pc x-input devices"

[@tonidotcs]

@@dagbackhand2478 which website?

[@fakhrurizalramadhan4552]

if you don't mind me asking, what are the size of those buttons in milimeters?

[@t7justkc64]

How much was the total cost for this build?

[@lemueljadeortizambanloc5869]

How much did the 3d print cost you? Can you drop the shop?

[@nikireyes860]

so nice video 10/10 very inspirational i will make my own controller now too to git gud at guilty gear and beat u to a pulp

[@ppti116joshuasammyc.7]

do you use some glue between the switch and the case? or its just snap and fit between the switch and the case?

[@tonidotcs]

No glue was used in this build

[@JJ1NE]

Never soldered anything before, just bought a kit off amazon. How easy is it to learn?

[@tonidotcs]

it's pretty simple! just know when you have too little or too much solder

[@Arcanero]

So cool! How i can add RGB to buttons at this controller?

[@ShibaTTM]

What did you use on to keep the chip and the wire in place?

[@tonidotcs]

Nothing, it's just in there. There's space for it in the case.

[@ShibaTTM]

I see. What is the material used for the buttons?

[@doc.cynical8852]

I wanted to make one but the coding part looks complicated i thought all i have to do is buy buttons the brain and just plug all of it then change the settings in game for the buttons

[@cliftan]

Hey do the switches have to be low profile or does any keyboard switch work?

[@tonidotcs]

It would be better to use low profile switches to preserve the "slimness" of the controller. Using regular keyboard switches would make the buttons stick out a little too much

[@ppti116joshuasammyc.7]

What bolts are used to attach the two parts?

[@tonidotcs]

I used 3x10mm wood screws, as stated in the original plans.

[@djslug2334]

Would the case fit a Brook universal board?

[@MrZeval]

There is a version of the slimbox top on thingiverse that fits a Brook universal board

[@robjal-ht7bx]

new subscriber idol..

[@MrZeval]

Which screws did you use?

[@tonidotcs]

Hi, I used the screws that were stated in the original plans which are 3x10mm wood screws

[@grim9811]

Can you test it on tekken?

[@tonidotcs]

Sure thing! I'll see if I can get a new video up this week or next week.

[@grim9811]

@@tonidotcs one question, does this controller in the video work on ps4 and ps5?

[@tonidotcs]

@@grim9811Unfortunately, no.

[@grim9811]

@@tonidotcs , Thanks for answering man. I just thought that I would finally have an alternative for a brook universal fighting board. But i guess no luck for me. Very nice vid, and thank you for replying.