arduino-snake
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Snake game for Arduino
Video: https://youtu.be/k6CHJ9VKTnY
Tutorial
- Get the parts, install Arduino IDE, install drivers for Arduino (if you have Arduino clone AND you are using Windows)
- Copy-paste the code into Arduino IDE
- Install the
LedControllibrary using Arduino IDE Library Manager - Wire everything up (see the Wiring Diagram)
- Connect your Arduino and select it in
Tools > BoardandTools > Port - Upload
- (optional) Tweak the variables, explore the code :wink:
Parts
| Part Name | Amazon link | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino NANO (clone) | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=arduino+nano | UNO can be used as well |
| LED Matrix | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=arduino+matrix+MAX7219 | MAX7219 controlled 8x8 LED Matrix |
| Joystick | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=arduino+joystick+breakout | |
| Potentiometer | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=10k+potentiometer | any 1k ohm to 100k ohm should be fine |
| Some wires | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=arduino+wires | 12 wires needed |
| Breadboard | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=arduino+breadboard |
Wiring diagram
| Pin | Arduino NANO or UNO |
|---|---|
| Matrix CLK | 10 |
| Matrix CS | 11 |
| Matrix DIN | 12 |
| Joystick X | A2 |
| Joystick Y | A3 |
| Potentiometer | A7 |
The exact pin order for the matrix or joystick may be different from the one shown on the image, so please be intelligent and use the table above.
Forks
- Arduino snake with sound: https://github.com/der-pw/arduino-snake
Other videos
- Mine, old version: https://youtu.be/k6CHJ9VKTnY
- Build tutorial: https://youtu.be/u9vSvXD0lks
- Build tutorial, english: https://youtu.be/XmKCHVKZTkE
- Very nice LEGO case: https://youtu.be/4oAePbd0kgw
- French video: https://youtu.be/tpbvVYAhIFE
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