- Ages: 6+
- $159.99
Arcade Coder
Design, code and invent your very own games on iPad. Watch them come to life on the Arcade Coder 
Requires iPad iOS 11+. Full specs below.
- FREE & FAST shipping to US, UK & EU
- 1 Year Warranty & Lifetime Support
Endless Play
Design & Code Your Own Games
Be Social. Play with Friends & Family
Make Art, Animations & Games
Discover hours of content on the Games Studio app. Including classics like Pong, Snake, & Whack-A-Mole. Supports 1, 2, 3, 4 players… the whole family.
Paint with Lights! Kids animate digital pictures with their newfound skills.
Become a Games Designer
Following step-by-step tutorials in the Games Studio app, kids earn badges while learning the principles of game design and block-coding.
Family Time, Not Screen Time
Design and code your very own games using the Games Studio app. Watch them come to life in the real world on your Arcade Coder.
More players, more fun!
What's in the box?
1: Arcade Coder
2: USB-C Cable
3: x3 Stickers
4: Games Studio iOS App
5: Boardgame Insert
Device Compatibility
Here’s a full list of compatible devices with the Arcade Coder:
- iPad Air onwards
- iPad Mini 2 onwards
- iPad Pro onwards
- iPad 5th Gen onwards
Requires iOS 11+. Android coming 2020.
Award Winning
Winner of the Parent’s Choice Gold Award & the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award.
The sequence of projects is very intuitive & walks the user through each element of game design while providing plenty of playful opportunities for customisation & creativity along the way.
Jennifer Wells, Parents’ Choice
What are the compatible devices?
Here’s a full list of compatible devices with the Arcade Coder:
- iPad Air onwards
- iPad Mini 2 onwards
- iPad Pro onwards
- iPad 5th Gen onwards
- Requires iOS 11 and up.
Where can I find the Games Studio App?
You can find it on the App Store by clicking here
What is the Arcade Coder?
The Arcade Coder is a 12” x 12” board with 144 multi-coloured LED buttons that are all fully programmable and controllable.
What’s the recommended age?
Perfect for kids aged 6 years and up, the Arcade Coder has a low entry point and high ceiling – meaning it can be enjoyed by everyone, kids and parents alike.
How long does the battery last?
The Arcade Coder’s battery lasts for 6 hours with average use.
Do you offer educational discounts?
We sure do! Check out our Educators page for more info.
What do you learn with this kit?
The Arcade Coder teaches kids the principles of game design and block-coding. Kids also learn the foundation of game mechanics, like speed and point systems through the Games Studio app.
How do I learn to code it?
Learn how to code, animate and design games with our Games Studio iOS app. It includes easy step-by-step projects. Via the Games Studio iOS app, kids learn about topics such as the principles of animation, chance mechanics and how to use sprites and block-coding to create games.
Where can I get the Game Studio App?
The app is available on the official Apple App Store. The app is compatible with Apple iPads supporting iOS 11 and up.
I have a question that’s not in this FAQ, how can I get in touch with someone?
Please feel free to drop our friendly Customer Support team a message anytime, they will be more than happy to help! You can reach them here.