Make & play
Make & play
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A little crank. A whole new way to play.
A pocket-sized game system built around a wonderfully physical idea: a fold-out crank. Its monochrome screen and independent games make for a deliberate change of pace.
See the maker’s website for current price, availability and regional support.
A GOOD FIT FORIndie games and creative tinkering
Why it caught our eye.
A good reminder that an interesting interface can matter more than another spec upgrade. This is one for people who enjoy discovering small, inventive games.
What makes it interesting
- A rotating crank alongside a D-pad and two buttons.
- Season One includes 24 original games.
- Pulp and an SDK let you make your own games.
Before you make it yours
The screen is not backlit. Wi-Fi is needed for setup and game downloads; check current shipping availability with Panic.
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