Playdate
Coverage of Playdate in the Nexus archive.
- The Arduboy FX-C is an excellent time killer you might forget you’re carrying
The Arduboy FX-C is a compact, credit card-sized handheld gaming device with a 1.3-inch OLED screen, six-button controls, and over 300 preloaded games. It builds on the original Arduboy's design by Kevin Bates, featuring USB-C connectivity and expanded storage, though it retains limitations like a monochrome display and minimal RAM.
- Playdate Gaming Handheld Maker Bans Generative AI Tools for Development
Panic, the company behind the Playdate handheld gaming device, has banned the use of generative AI tools for development. However, the company allows the use of AI tools that enhance developer productivity.
- A Tiny Yellow Handheld Changed How Duke University Teaches Game Design
Duke University has integrated the Playdate, a tiny yellow handheld gaming device, into its game design curriculum, significantly altering how students learn and develop games. The device's unique features and portability have influenced educational approaches at the institution.