# Bionic Mobile Joysticks The Androcade Android Arcade Controller Brings Back Joys of Button Mashing By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/androcade-android-arcade-controller References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/07/androcade-doubles-as-a-controller-and-as-a-stand/) & [silverballsoftware](http://silverballsoftware.com/androcade-android-arcade-controller-part-1) Touch screens are great and all, but who doesn't miss handling an actual joystick? Thanks to Scoot2084, you can go back to those days with his Androcade Android Arcade Controller. The Androcade Android Arcade Controller is a joystick shaped in the mascot of the Android software. Yes I understand that everyone loves the [touch screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohsnap-mcon), but this will bring you back to the days of [button mashing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-all-button-arcade-controller) that's been long forgotten. This nifty little item uses Arduino and the Bluetooth shield, which allows you to control wirelessly. I should also mention this is a DIY creation which means you won't find one in stores. But don't fret, because Scoot2084 has provided full instructions and the material you need to build your very own Androcade on his site. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Arcade Gaming Resurgence:** The rise of DIY retro arcade controllers shows a trend towards the revival of classic arcade gaming experiences. - **Off-screen Controllers:** Growing nostalgia for classic joystick controllers is leading to a trend of off-screen controllers designed to bring the physicality of gaming back into play. - **DIY Electronics Hobbyism:** Popular online communities and resources for DIY electronics are leading to a trend of enthusiasts building their own retro gaming hardware. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Equipment:** There is an opportunity for gaming equipment companies to produce and sell retro-style joystick controllers for nostalgic gamers. - **DIY Electronics:** Nostalgic gamers may present a market opportunity for DIY electronics companies offering products and resources to create custom gaming hardware. - **Arcade Entertainment:** Arcade venues could tap into the growing trend of retro arcade hardware by offering custom-built and DIY gaming stations to attract nostalgic customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-arcade-stick.md) - [Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-pocket-taco.md) - [Slim Tabletop Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-controller.md) - [Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-vagabond.md) - [Arcade-Style Console Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-arcade-pro.md) - [Micro Smartphone Gamepad Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-mobile-clip.md) - [Console-Style Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamesir-g8-galileo.md) - [Gamepad-Like Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-s.md) - [Retro Gaming Smartphone Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra.md)