mintyPi 2.0 - Another quick update

[@wermy]

Pre-orders for mintyPi parts are up! Go to market.sudomod.com/ for more info! For more frequent, smaller updates, follow me on instagram: instagram.com/sudomod_wermy/

[@UNeed2Sm1le]

Cool. Never done a raspberry pi before. I am looking forward to doing this.

[@MikeTheSith200]

pre ordered mine. Broke the bank, but you guys deserve it!

[@UNeed2Sm1le]

What raspberry pi do we need?

[@MikeTheSith200]

UNeed2Sm1le Zero W

[@UNeed2Sm1le]

Cool, thanks MikeTheSith200.

[@CreatiVastARTS]

You could use a fabric covering for the ribbon cable as protection at the hinge

[@wermy]

+Ryan Officer hey that's a great idea - can probably find various colors too. Thanks! :)

[@jaden_playz_mcpe6312]

wermy hey if you were to sell them fully made and send them out gow much would you vharge cause i really want one but only get not alot of pocket money

[@abraham3521]

wermy Instead of having a raspberry with mint leaves engraved on the red piece of 3d printed plastic, you should engrave a piece of pie with mint leaves......minty-pi

[@AnTran147]

If you find them, will you be linking them in your forum post?

[@dvirarazi7351]

Abro 3869 That's​ a great idea! Though I think the pie from the RetroPie logo would look even nicer and will have a "deeper" meaning to it

[@jpxdude]

I've been following for a while, and I'm inspired by what you've achieved. I've already started buying parts, a soldering kit, and a multi tool kit to get started. I'm definitely doing this as a project, even though I've not touched a soldering iron in at least 15 years. Best of luck!

[@palth]

Can't wait for final instructions! I love it so far!

[@DS08]

I'm so excited to do this!!! I can't wait until its all ready and I can make my own. :) Love these little projects but I never have enough time to research and build my own parts, this is perfect, can't wait until its all available. Thank you so much for this!

[@ivyoh6078]

i'm so glad i stumbled across your videos, this project gets better with every new video

[@dave5194]

wow, props to you for going all out on this one

[@florianleinfellner]

I've been waiting for this! Such a cool product!

[@thecalmbro5192]

So close indeed! can't wait to play awesome games on the go from a super fancy portable game console ! Thanks for making it possible

[@UDAMZ]

DrunkCarni and if you use the tin without any graphical changes, you can really throw people off and confuse them!

[@darianalexander5503]

I see a lot of people in the comments here asking for premade versions of this project. They either seem to be lazy or scared to do it themselves. I just want to let you guys know that I built my own Raspberry Pi portable game console without following a guide or with pre selected parts. When I started this project, I had no idea how to even solder wire or anything really about electical components as I am a programmer and not an electrician. It was a learning experience for sure but I can tell you that the Minty Pi is practically a cake walk to assemble compared to my attempt. The hard work is already done for you. I would say there is honestly no reason to be scared of buying the components and building it yourself. I'm gunna risk sounding like an asshole, but there really is no excuse. I encourage everyone to do it themselves :)

[@GuyLogen]

Darian Alexander what if i dont have an altoids tin?

[@darianalexander5503]

Logen M I both simultaneously love and hate your comment.

[@kakoka1pro]

Yeah. I agree. People should make this by themselves, it's a good thing, you gain experience and get skills on how to do this sort of stuff. IMO it's more fun too.

[@mike-1061]

So if I buy all the altoids tins and a lot of these kits, then I could sell them for $100? Would that be worth it?

[@thecringegolfer]

Yep, that is the whole point of the pi, is to learn how to do this themselves. Otherwise, you could just go buy an android tablet for $47. And then download an emulator app to play the retro games on it.

[@keithvermeulen27]

absolutely love this channel! keep doing what you're doing and keep up the great work!

[@erikdouglass4153]

Awesome project! Im definitely all over this. Cant wait for the final version.

[@trynottodie5352]

Can't wait to get it! currently I'm building a retropie based portable myself, 3D printing the case. I'm in the process of 3D designing it on an online program called Tinkercad and I just need a battery and a power boost! Anyway, great video as always, I love your little hand gestures at the sides of the shot, keeeeeeeeeeep making!

[@chinwangt2005]

So glad to finally see some update. May I ask you to give us a part list for us? So that I can prepare the parts first while you put up the tutorial

[@m4t1n91]

I find that you sell the parts for us to build is good, as we can learn how to build and experience it, but could you sell pre-made ones as some of us may prefer just getting it delivered and playing it immediately. Hope you take this into consideration. Thanks

[@zetazot5440]

Can't wait for the the parts kits to become available.... this looks so awesome!

[@EpicLPer]

A magnet sensor to turn the screen off when closed would be nice too ;P But probably too much to ask for already :D

[@dvirarazi7351]

EpicLPer That's a great idea, I hope it will be implemented

[@DatBlueHusky]

its already simple enough, making it too complicated is just asking for problems.

[@skatcat743]

You are legit everywhere

[@leusmurphy]

or just take them off of broken DS lites

[@thatoneannoyingkid3499]

make it vourself it would be easb

[@atrandom1973]

Love the neat upgraded version Wermy. Great video!

[@jouska_999]

YES! I've been waiting with this fresh smelling tin very anxiously! :D

[@WarHeadNuke]

Seeing that you found some parts that work better and will even be selling some custom parts is making the wait worth it! I've gone through 2 mint tins at this point 😅

[@Immacksgdoesntpostonthisone]

Apologies if this might sound pretentious or something, but will you be selling premade versions when the entire project is complete? As someone who's much better with software than he is hardware, the idea of building one absolutely terrifies me...

[@WillemVerb]

Myzma a pre order for this kinda thing could be really good

[@Liofa73]

Myzma -- Pretentious doesn't mean what you think it does...

[@cheeriothecheerio]

ya, can we plz get a premade version!!!!!!!!!! I'm only 14 and can't do much project wise

[@NickOffline]

cheerio thecheerio yea, im 15 and i need tu learn basic knowledge about this, but i would have to wait lot of years :c #PremadeVersion

[@brandonjoutras8446]

I'm not 100% sure but I don't think you can legally sell a system like this because it's an emulator. But you could probably sell the unit if it does not come with retropi already installed.

[@Kazbern.]

Thank you so much for doing this! looks like it will be a fun summer project.

[@theonlyenicfanever5346]

Have you considered a headphone port?

[@GuyLogen]

TheOnlyEnicFanEver that would be awesome

[@shivarampersaud2332]

No, then it wouldn't be ahead of its time like the iPhone 7

[@mike-1061]

What about Bluetooth?

[@TheSupperteen]

the pi zero w supports Bluetooth so just use your apple pods

[@theonlyenicfanever5346]

Yeah, I'm not a millionaire. I'd rather keep my headphones wired.

[@andrewkev8544]

I especially love the "best by" mark on that device

[@petermarshall1634]

I have 3 recommendations: 1: Make it have a sensor in the lid(like a button at the end of the thing that holds it open) so if you close the lid the raspberry Pi goes into standby mode when you close the lid. 2. Remove the power switch and make a power button. 3. Make it so that it outputs power if you connect a USB OTG cable by connecting the gate pin of a transistor to the 5th pin of the USB port, the emitter to the 5 volt pin and the collector to the output of the charger circuit so that you can use it as a power bank.

[@jamesreulandwpscorpionwind8358]

What does the total cost for this thing?

[@jamesreulandwpscorpionwind8358]

Gabe7939 dude that's lit! A gaming devices that cost that will sell so well. I'll have to go back and see how the games work with this because I may just have to get one of these.

[@MegiddoTheImmaculate]

WP ScorpionWind the Pi Zero handles 2D gaming pretty well. SNES is probably the limit of good emulation but I haven't really tried anything past that.

[@jamesreulandwpscorpionwind8358]

Malachi Megiddo So what do you mean exactly by the SNES? As far as I'm aware of is Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Are you talking about games from there back? Then what about something like old school Pokemon games like green, red, blue, emerald, sapphire, ruby, the old school GBA's? I've not actually had the time to sit down and really get nose deep into how this is completely done so I don't really know how the games are installed, whether it's install in SD card, or do we use chips?

[@MegiddoTheImmaculate]

WP ScorpionWind​ Yeah Super Nintendo. Gameboy emulation works pretty well too. All your ROMs will go on the SD card. There are a couple of methods to do that but it's well documented on the Retropie site. I had little experience with Raspberry Pi last year and wermy has great forums with a lot of information.

[@jamesreulandwpscorpionwind8358]

Malachi Megiddo hmmm... Good to know. I've been thinking about getting into Raspberry for a while but just haven't really gotten movin. Might have to after I try this and see how well it works once you release the final design and parts listings.

[@BSOE3058]

New screen and backplate looks so clean :D

[@raymond-exe]

Could you post the CAD files for 3D printing? If you can, it would be greatly appreciated!

[@maul485]

Seconded; I vaguely remember him saying he would. It kinda makes sense why he might not; to make more money by selling them himself. But it would also makes sense if he would provide the files; not everyone has a 3d printer/is near someplace that 3d prints, and printing online is still costly as is, so he'd still make money for selling the prints himself despite providing the files for those whom can use them. Besides; even those who print the parts themselves are still highly likely to buy the electronics from him :P

[@InkCityClothing]

Would love to see a "kit" with all the parts and what not included :)

[@SdudyoyO]

I've never done something like this before, but I've always wanted too. I very well might just order myself a kit when they become available! But I would like to know, where would you be selling these kits? On a third party website like Ebay, or a first party site that you make?

[@mike-1061]

Sdudyoy Newton same here. This seems like the perfect gateway project into custom handhelds.

[@chrisfleming4211]

sudomod.com in the market

[@paranormalping7182]

IT GETS BETTER EVERTIME

[@mtb0x]

Awesome Work, can't wait to see the guide and put my order in.

[@FreeChansey]

Absolutely cannot wait. Thank you!

[@thewafflekids8568]

can't wait till this goes on sale

[@goku_dunker_420]

Question: Do I have to have hardware tools to make it? Or can I just use regular things like screws and such?

[@rileycwik4942]

Hi wermy I love the minty pi I was wondering if can buy one already assembled if not is there a kit that I can pre-order and if there is do I have to solder becuase I don't have a soldering gun. also one more thing do you get to select the game for the minty pi? Thanks

[@thecringegolfer]

Cool! I love how portable this is!

[@Rawley91]

I'd love a retropi system that is completely 3D printed, sanded and painted to whatever color.

[@CronckTV]

i just have one question - how is the speaker hooked up to the Pi Zero ? am I missing a video some where?

[@cadmiumgames]

Could you add a tiny read switch to the top of it, so it detects when you close the lid and pauses the game, much like the DS system

[@spectre9792]

(eagerly awaits the release of your 'how-to' video(s)) (Also, n00b question, and quite possibly, a stupid one) My soldering skills/attempts "usually" (more like 'always') result in a paperweight - would a GPIO header somehow work with this build? Thanks in advance.

[@BlueBlur103S]

Question: Can you use a container other than an Altoids canister? Like, 3D Print a container that's exactly the same, but with your own design. Another Question: Is it also possible to use a Raspberry Pi 3 instead of a Zero? Another Another Question: Could you use other colors for the buttons and the d-pad other than white?

[@RatedM123]

@Wermy will u be selling these systems all put together???

[@awesomedude4089]

I would really enjoy one of these very unique game portables. I am aware of 3D printing and have in fact took classes. It can be pretty tricky and take a while to print out custom pieces. I would pre order and assemble this myself, yet I am worried that I might mess up. Are these for sale? Would you be willing to sell an already assembled minty pi with roms installed? If not then that is OK, but I am just wondering if you could sell one of these that is already assembled with roms. And what would the price be?

[@TDRR_Gamez]

It's not illegal to sell one with Retropie.

[@brodyroe7854]

I really want to make the minty pi but your website does not make it clear on how to buy the parts. And really... why can't we just print the 3d files on our own printers?

[@TheNinjaDragonWolf]

You sir are a very talented man

[@naliboi93]

I'm new to this whole deal of ordering custom circuit boards. Are these custom boards likely to only be produced in limited quantity? Can they ship to UK on the cheap? Can I take the various board plans and get them printed via another service locally? Seriously loving this project! Can't wait to hopefully make my own in the near future!

[@mikem5518]

Is it possibly just to buy a completed model?

[@mattikro]

You can get someone to build it for you. I would be willing to.

[@CM8Accordd]

could you build one for me i will pay 55$ for one

[@futureBOT23]

Landon Matheson I would if you would like me to

[@geneticallygeneric14]

Landon Matheson it cost like $120 altogether

[@7elixHxtrs]

When it will go on sale in Chile or any other country?

[@Whatthetrash]

This is so cool! Are you going to sell everything here together in pretty much a 'foolproof' bundle? If so, I really want one. Oh! Does this have a headphone jack? I assumed it did, but just making sure. :) Looking forward to seeing where this goes!

[@astrogh014]

Awesome videos man! Can't wait to make my own!

[@jamesreulandwpscorpionwind8358]

When's the next video man? I'm anxious to here how it's progress.

[@sudospective]

This is a really neat project, and I love it. The concern I mainly have, however, is about the L and R buttons on the back. Are they comfortable to use? Is there a way to possibly make them more like shoulder buttons, maybe extending the sides to make them more rectangular in shape? I would be completely happy with using them if they felt natural enough to use, but I think they look a little weird, with them supposed to be shoulder buttons and all.

[@nathantoews152]

really exited for this project. but question and maybe it's obvious but y not cut out a hole for the hdmi so that I could be used as a consol as well?

[@jacekmw]

Question about your script - if you change Select+R and Select+L to adjust volume, then how do you do manage save states? Aren't those typically mapped to saving and loading of save states?

[@tmskatap]

when is it coming out! the video for the build?!?!?

[@ginofoogle6944]

I can't help but wonder if a 3,5inch screen fits in there.. it seems there's just so much wasted space that could have been filled with more pixels..

[@jackloebbaka1541]

do you have an estimate on when the guide will come out?

[@boterorico]

Will you be selling a "put it together" kit with all the components? It would be great if people could just get all the parts including the 3D printed stuff.

[@Error-dx1lk]

Can I please buy a finished product!?

[@nidzdotnet76]

Nice.. The setup script is awesome.. Maybe you can package a version of Retropi as Mintypi which will already have the sound and video etc.. I can't wait for more PCB's to be available as I want one. I have a mint tin, buttons, RPI zero w, power module (small one as described here), battery and 2.2" screen. I just need that PCB now and i can start assembly. I might even not 3d print a bezzel. I was thinking about making a wood finish one.

[@magnusleo_]

Will you sell the systems as a whole as well? not really into messing with soldering and stuff, just wanted a cheap, nice handheld to play on the bus

[@thomaszuckerman9958]

will you put up the blueprints for the 3D printed shell for those who have a 3D printer?

[@iscle911]

as a battery charger / psu you could use an 18650 powerbank pcb which costs 1$

[@goku_dunker_420]

Is there any device that we could attach to make the battery life any longer? Maybe like a little extension or something?

[@joverdejoex1809]

Would 3Ds buttons work with the 3d printed parts? or would modifications be needed?

[@matthewchilders9209]

Whats the rough cost for this whole thing

[@UrielQ]

I would love to buy one already made

[@Drafterita]

Incredible creative work Wermy! Totally in live with this project :) One question: will you be able to offer a bundle with all the parts you showed today? Screen+ribbon cable+custom pcb+power boost+all 3d printed parts? I'm not sure I can find a cheap source for that tiny power boost in europe :)

[@anandviswanathan5369]

is there a kit will be sold that includes the chassis and the electronics

[@jillianiqbal8371]

I would be very interested in buying one because I am not very good with wires and technology. How would in go about doing that? Thank you

[@BewbsOP]

my only problem is where to get the 3d printed parts. I know i can order them printed online, but they end up being way too much with shipping thanks to not being able to batch ship them.

[@milpycafe6528]

I swear upon the moon, I will build one. Thank you good sir.

[@redx459]

Can it even close fully.?

[@sleepynoodle1057]

Hey wermy just a question if I want to make the winter green mintypi where can I get the red DS lite buttons because I couldn't find it on the preorders

[@gamechanger7282]

It's probably impossible but imagine how cool it would be to add a touchscreen on the bottom and then emulate DS games on it?

[@saltojessica]

When are we going to make it!?!

[@brandonmcgraw1178]

How much are you going to be selling these parts for? Really interested and have been since I found this!!

[@senketsu_6650]

are you selling them at all or will you be doing a full building video

[@DatBlueHusky]

What are the buttons from originally? wii remote? I want to make sure so i can hunt for the buttons instead of buying them online. I want to make this cheaply as possible like my raspberry gameboy

[@algiscrack2359]

You are too cool bro mintyPi the best

[@jefferylong7299]

im so glad i found this so very glad

[@scaptal]

how much is this project gonne cost (i already have a 3d printer, so basicly only the electronics) and what concols can it emulate ps how much storage does it have? srry just quite exited for this project

[@parkercarron4940]

I have a two questions how much will the build be and where can I buy the stuff to build it (I don't know if you have a website if you do please link in description.). I will be making this but I'm very new to this type of stuff but I'm very excited to build it and in the tutorial please say what tools you need to use for this thanks.

[@andywarburton3678]

If you don't mind me asking... what was the source for the component you used to replace the adafruit powerboost?

[@dankcoconutgamingandmore7696]

i have no idea how to program or anything could there possible be premade versions

[@hudsonpaul3723]

Can't wait for a guide!

[@Conaik]

You will give us a Link or something where to buy those packs off stuff for the MintyPi 2.0 right?

[@VideonMedia]

I want to make a minty pi ,but I just have one question. When can I buy the screen and pcb set? this is the very important part of this project but it is out of stock and I just prepared the other parts of the minty pi.

[@FischOderAal]

The Altoids tin box is not so easily available in Germany. Any plans on creating a case that does not need the tin?

[@FischOderAal]

Thanks. In the meanwhile I found out that Rossmann's sells Atloids Peppermint in their local stores :)

[@JackOLanternBob]

would you be able to put a keyboard in an Altoids tin, and make an Altoids laptop?

[@Betaguy2005]

I can't o electronics, but you inspired me to buy a pi 3, and setup my own retro gaming console, I wish I know how to solder and understood electronics.

[@porteal8986]

where do I go for more information on how to make this project/for parts and 3d files?

[@Goobicon4507]

This is awesome! Any plans to do something like this for the Gameboy Zero?

[@VICVIPER-dp1di]

The minty pi parts work with the raspberry pi 3 as long as it has the Retropie software???

[@BingoBoingo]

Can't wait to start making one of these

[@scaptal]

would it be possible to have a female headphone jackjack cable connecter? or is there no room

[@malcolmmehta248]

Will you be making a Premadevi one that we can bye please

[@jeffg7044]

will you ever make a full kit with all you need? (just put it all together?)

[@HazkyGaming]

Hey ! Will you sell the 3d printed part ? Because a lot of us can't made them....