Waveshare GamePi13 1.3inch LCD Game Console For Raspberry Pi

Description

Waveshare GamePi13 1.3inch LCD Game Console For Raspberry Pi is a compact handheld gaming expansion board designed for Raspberry Pi Zero series and RP2040-PiZero projects. It combines a 1.3-inch IPS LCD, a 240 x 240 display, SPI communication, integrated audio output, and 12 customizable game buttons into a small gaming-oriented format that works well for retro console builds, portable interactive projects, and compact Raspberry Pi control systems.

This GamePi13 kit also supports an optional prism cube effect, giving the screen a more distinctive 3D visual presentation. For users building a tiny Raspberry Pi handheld, learning embedded gaming interfaces, or experimenting with custom button-driven UI projects, GamePi13 is more than just a display breakout board.

Features

• 1.3-inch IPS LCD with 240 x 240 resolution.
• ST7789 driver chip with SPI interface.
• 65K color display with wide 160 degree viewing angle.
• 12 customizable game buttons for responsive handheld-style control.
• Onboard audio output through both 3.5mm jack and speaker options.
• Supports Raspberry Pi Zero / Zero 2W and RP2040-PiZero reference usage.
• Optional prism cube for a distinctive transparent 3D visual effect.
• Compact acrylic case structure for a more portable finished build.

Specifications

Applications

• Portable retro game console projects using Raspberry Pi Zero class boards.
• DIY handheld gaming devices with button input and compact display output.
• RP2040-PiZero interactive builds where a small screen and physical buttons are useful.
• Embedded demo and education projects for SPI displays, button matrices, and audio output.
• Creative art and exhibition builds using the prism cube 3D effect.

Product List

• GamePi13 x1
• Prism cube x1
• Acrylic case and accessories pack x1
• Screwdriver x1

Other Content

Button layout is one of the main strengths of GamePi13. The official design provides 12 customizable game buttons, which makes this kit more practical for actual handheld interaction than a simple display HAT or screen adapter.

Audio output is already built in. The board supports both a 3.5mm audio jack and speaker output, which is helpful for retro gaming, UI prompts, and portable Raspberry Pi projects that need sound without extra audio hardware.

Reference usage is available for both Raspberry Pi Zero 2W and RP2040-PiZero, which makes this kit useful not only for retro gaming but also for compact controller interfaces and learning projects.

The optional prism cube gives GamePi13 a distinctive 3D visual effect, which is unusual for a small Raspberry Pi game console accessory and can make demos or display builds more eye-catching.

Resources

• Wiki / User Guide
• RP2040-PiZero Documentation
• Raspberry Pi Zero 2W Reference
• Demo Package
• Schematic PDF

FAQ

What boards is GamePi13 officially shown working with?
The official references show Raspberry Pi Zero 2W and RP2040-PiZero, and the specification also lists Raspberry Pi Zero compatibility.

Does this kit include physical gaming controls?
Yes. GamePi13 provides 12 customizable game buttons for handheld-style control.

Does it support onboard audio?
Yes. The board supports both 3.5mm jack output and speaker output.

What is special about the prism cube accessory?
The optional prism cube creates a more distinctive 3D visual effect, which is one of the signature features of the GamePi13 kit.