# Keychain-Sized Gaming Devices The 'Thumby Color' is the Successor to the 'Thumby' Micro Device By Colin Smith | Published 2024-08-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thumby-color References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/8/24216233/thumby-tinycircuits-nintendo-game-boy-advance-handheld-gaming-console) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kenburns/thumby-color)  The Thumby Color is a miniature handheld gaming device developed by TinyCircuits, inspired by the [Game Boy Advance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgb30). Measuring just 2 inches, it features a 0.85-inch 16-bit backlit IPS TFT LCD with a 128 x 128 resolution. The device includes a d-pad, two face buttons, two shoulder buttons, and a working rumble motor. It is powered by a [Raspberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pibrick-pocketcm5) Pi RP2040 processor, which supports a range of graphical effects and four channels of 16-bit audio. The Thumby Color also has a USB-C port for connectivity and charging, and it offers free tools for users to create their own games. The [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoplay-handheld-pc) campaign for the Thumby Color has been highly successful, surpassing its initial goal of $25,000 by a significant margin. As of now, the campaign has garnered over 670 backers and raised $57,761. The device is available in a “classic purple” design, with additional options for a translucent plastic cover and a Kickstarter-exclusive black edition. The Thumby Color is priced at $49, with the campaign set to end on September 11, 2024. Image Credit: Ken Burns, Tiny Circuits ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Micro-handheld Gaming:** The rise of tiny, keychain-sized gaming devices offers a new form factor for portable entertainment. - **User-created Content:** Free tools enabling users to create their own games drive a community-centered gaming ecosystem. - **Crowdfunded Tech Gadgets:** Successful Kickstarter campaigns for niche tech products indicate strong consumer demand and engagement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** Innovations like the Thumby Color highlight the evolving landscape of portable electronic gaming. - **Consumer Electronics:** Miniature gaming devices with advanced features suggest trends toward more compact and versatile tech gadgets. - **Crowdfunding:** The significant success of the Thumby Color's Kickstarter showcases the potential of crowdfunding for niche technology products. ## 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) - [Compact Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgb30.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg28xx.md) - [Downsized Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retroid-pocket-mini.md) - [Retro Gaming Handheld Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konkr-pocket-advance.md) - [Keychain-Sized Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-micro.md) - [Keychain-Sized Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg-nano.md)