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So I was checking out the build-log for the original PiGrrl (https://learn.adafruit.com/pigrrl-raspb ... y/overview), and I noticed they chopped up an SNES controller and wired up the GPIO pins on a Pi. Can the same be done except with a Teensy, in case you want to use GPIO pins for other things? Sorry if the answer is obvious, I'm a noob when it comes to engineering.

RMwashere wrote:So I was checking out the build-log for the original PiGrrl (https://learn.adafruit.com/pigrrl-raspb ... y/overview), and I noticed they chopped up an SNES controller and wired up the GPIO pins on a Pi. Can the same be done except with a Teensy, in case you want to use GPIO pins for other things? Sorry if the answer is obvious, I'm a noob when it comes to engineering.

In theory, absolutely. Chiz was building one using that principle before he switched to a different PCB board.
Refer to his posts: Chiz's Build

RMwashere wrote:So I was checking out the build-log for the original PiGrrl (https://learn.adafruit.com/pigrrl-raspb ... y/overview), and I noticed they chopped up an SNES controller and wired up the GPIO pins on a Pi. Can the same be done except with a Teensy, in case you want to use GPIO pins for other things? Sorry if the answer is obvious, I'm a noob when it comes to engineering.

Hi there,

I am also working on this. It is not that fun to do, but i will try anyway.
One problem is, the start+select connections on the pcb are designed for buttons with 1 spot, not 2 as the original gameboy had.
You have to get a base plate to glue the cut parts onto, so you get a level surface,
and the positioning is pretty exhausting, but I will update on my post in the show-off forums.
No promise i will stick to it, though.

Yes, that should work. Practically you're just swapping the Game Boy PCB with a SNES PCB, which should work fine with or without minor modifications.

Thanks for the replies everyone! The reason I ask this is because I've been reasearching how to put a Pi zero in a Gameboy Pocket/Color. My inspiration for the build is based off of this project here: http://www.xodustech.com/projects/raspb ... boy-pocket.

The reason I wanted to chop up an snes controller was because of the feel of the original touch pads. I've seen people use tact switches, but they seem too hard and clicky for my tastes. I would be willing to buy a custom pcb, but the ones available are only for the DMG model gameboy. The next available option would be to salvage a Gameboy Color controller board, but I wouldn't know what to cut...there is also the fear of rendering the board completely useless.

RMwashere wrote:Thanks for the replies everyone! The reason I ask this is because I've been reasearching how to put a Pi zero in a Gameboy Pocket/Color. My inspiration for the build is based off of this project here: http://www.xodustech.com/projects/raspb ... boy-pocket.

The reason I wanted to chop up an snes controller was because of the feel of the original touch pads. I've seen people use tact switches, but they seem too hard and clicky for my tastes. I would be willing to buy a custom pcb, but the ones available are only for the DMG model gameboy. The next available option would be to salvage a Gameboy Color controller board, but I wouldn't know what to cut...there is also the fear of rendering the board completely useless.

The touchpads doesn't absolutely mean that you must use the pcb from the same source. Throw the silicone pad and the button on the GB PCB and see if it works. Might save yourself a lot of work and get the result you're looking for.