Summary of Make Your Own 1D Pong Game
This project shows how to build a 1D Pong Game using an MDF board, buzzer buttons, WS2812B LEDs and an Arduino Nano, with steps covering ordering components, assembling the board and circuit using provided plans/schematic, installing the FastLED library, and uploading the game code. The tutorial includes video guidance and links to parts suppliers.
Parts used in the 1D Pong Game:
- Arduino Nano
- Wago Terminal (2x)
- 5m WS2812B LED Strip
- Buzzer Button (2x)
- 5V 3A Power Supply
- DC Jack
- MDF board (for game board)
For this project I will show you how I combined an MDF board with buzzer buttons, LEDs and an Arduino Nano in order to create a 1D Pong Game that is really fun to play. Along the way I will show you how to create the electronics circuit and how difficult it actually is to program such a 1D Pong Game from scratch. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Watch the Video!
The video gives you all the general information to create your own 1D Pong Game. During the next steps though I will present you some additional information.
Step 2: Order the Components!
Here is a parts list with example seller (affiliate links):
Aliexpress:
1x Arduino Nano: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dULoNXh
2x Wago Terminal: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dXhf7BG
1x 5m WS2812B LED Strip: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d6IZucw
2x Buzzer Button: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dUPn6Iq
1x 5V 3A Power Supply: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d8Pwov4
1x DC Jack: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d6cVZVl
Ebay:
1x Arduino Nano: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
2x Wago Terminal: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
1x 5m WS2812B LED Strip: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
2x Buzzer Button: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
1x 5V 3A Power Supply: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
1x DC Jack: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?…
Amazon.de:
1x Arduino Nano: https://amzn.to/2LZIisZ
2x Wago Terminal: https://amzn.to/2JXPUyQ
1x 5m WS2812B LED Strip: https://amzn.to/2JTdQQw
2x Buzzer Button: https://amzn.to/2lg1xTS
1x 5V 3A Power Supply: https://amzn.to/2leKSQv
1x DC Jack: https://amzn.to/2lghlG8
Step 3: Create the Game Board and the Circuit
Here you can find the plans and the schematic for the 1D Pong Game. Feel free to use them for your own game.
Step 4: Upload the Code!
Here you can download the code for the 1D Pong Game. But before uploading it to the Arduino you should also download/include the FastLED library (https://github.com/FastLED/FastLED).
Step 5: Success!
You did it! You just created your own 1D Pong Game!
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Source: Make Your Own 1D Pong Game
- What components are required to build the 1D Pong Game?
The article lists an Arduino Nano, two Wago terminals, a 5m WS2812B LED strip, two buzzer buttons, a 5V 3A power supply, a DC jack, and an MDF board. - Can I find example seller links for the required parts?
Yes; the article provides example seller links for Aliexpress, Ebay, and Amazon.de for each part. - How do I get the game code for the 1D Pong Game?
The article states you can download the code from the provided link and that you should include the FastLED library before uploading. - Do I need any libraries to upload the code to the Arduino?
Yes, the article specifies including the FastLED library from its GitHub repository. - Are circuit plans and schematics provided?
Yes; the article says the plans and the schematic for the 1D Pong Game are available to use for your own game. - Is there a video tutorial for the build?
Yes; the article links to a YouTube video that gives general information to create the 1D Pong Game. - What power supply is recommended?
The article recommends a 5V 3A power supply. - Can I follow the project to completion successfully?
Yes; the article concludes that following the steps results in successfully creating your own 1D Pong Game.
