# DIY 3D-Printed Video Games The 'Pirakeet' Handheld Game Console was Created Using a 3D Printer By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-game-console References: [3ders.org](http://www.3ders.org/articles/20160501-3d-print-your-own-pirakeet-pi-zero-game-console.html) & [thingiverse](http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1496185) Created by Thingverse user Ampersands, the 'Pirakeet' handheld game console is a [Gameboy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket)-inspired device that allows users to play games in a retro fashion. The 'Pirakeet' was designed by the user to be printed on 3D printers that are small in size rather than just for commercial-grade and large systems. The 'Pirakeet' makes use of the Retropie emulation system that allows it to use a Raspberry Pi into different game consoles. This lets users play classic games that would've been found on the [NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console) and original Gameboy to their heart's content. The 'Pirakeet' handheld game console can be 3D-printed from home and created for around $100, which could translate to better cost savings and customization for advanced gamers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Home 3D Printing:** The trend of printing handheld game consoles from home could lead to innovations in affordable and customized 3D printing technology. - **Retro Gaming Revival:** The popularity of 3D-printed handheld consoles that play retro games shows the potential for new and innovative ways of enjoying classic video games. - **Emulation System Integration:** The trend of using the Retropie emulation system in DIY 3D-printed consoles could lead to innovative ways of integrating emulation technology into other products and devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **3D Printing:** Affordable and home-based 3D printing technology has the potential to disrupt the traditional manufacturing industry by giving consumers more control over the manufacturing process. - **Gaming:** The trend of 3D-printed handheld consoles that play retro games could disrupt the traditional gaming industry by providing consumers with more affordable and customizable ways of playing classic games. - **Emulation Software:** The use of the Retropie emulation system in 3D-printed handheld consoles could disrupt the traditional gaming industry by providing an alternative way to play classic games on modern hardware. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Compact Retro-Inspired Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket.md) - [Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-game-box-400.md) - [Retro Handheld Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilet-5.md) - [Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketman-p1.md) - [Ultra-Slim Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamercard.md) - [Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Handheld Cloud-Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk2023.md)