Get up and running with the Adafruit PyBadge instantly with this complete starter kit. It includes the full-featured PyBadge board, a rechargeable battery, lanyard, and USB cable — everything you need for a portable gaming handheld, electronic name badge, or versatile development platform.

The PyBadge is powered by the ATSAMD51 (ARM Cortex-M4 at 120 MHz) with 512 KB flash, 192 KB RAM, and 2 MB QSPI flash for storing images, fonts, sounds, and game assets. It features a 1.8" colour TFT display, D-pad, action buttons, 5 NeoPixels, a LIS3DH accelerometer, piezo buzzer, and a light sensor — all in a credit-card-sized form factor. Program it with MakeCode Arcade, CircuitPython, or Arduino.

What's Included

• Adafruit PyBadge – Full-featured MakeCode Arcade / CircuitPython / Arduino badge with 1.8" TFT display
• 420 mAh LiPo Battery – 3.7 V lithium-ion polymer battery with short cable for portable power
• Double-Hook Lanyard – Adafruit black lanyard to wear the PyBadge around your neck
• USB A to Micro-B Cable – 1 m (3 ft) cable for charging and programming

Key Features

• ATSAMD51 Processor – 120 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 with 512 KB flash and 192 KB RAM
• 2 MB QSPI Flash – On-board storage for images, fonts, sounds, and game assets
• 1.8" Colour TFT Display – 160×128 pixel screen for games and graphics
• 5 NeoPixels – Individually addressable RGB LEDs on the front
• LIS3DH Accelerometer – Triple-axis motion sensing for tilt and tap detection
• Feather Compatible – Feather headers and JST STEMMA connectors for expandability
• MakeCode Arcade, CircuitPython & Arduino – Full support for all three platforms

Also Consider

• PyBadge (Board Only) – The standalone board if you already have accessories
• PyBadge Low Cost Starter Kit – Budget-friendly version without accelerometer, Feather headers, or STEMMA connectors
• PyBadge LC (Board Only) – The low-cost board without accessories

Ideal For

• Retro gaming handhelds with MakeCode Arcade
• Electronic conference and event name badges
• Motion-sensing games and interactive projects
• CircuitPython and Arduino learning
• Workshop kits, classroom packs, and gifts

Resources

• Adafruit PyBadge Learning Guide