/OpeNGEKI

An open-hardware arcade music game controller platform

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OpeNGEKI

An open-hardware arcade music game controller platform

OpeNGEKI Image

This project is a work in progress.

Use the models or plans as-is for a complete solution, or use/modify components for your own designs

Special thanks - to the many members of Cons&Stuff for reference photos and measurements

For any suggestions or questions - I suggest joining the Cons&Stuff Discord server

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Features

  • Arcade-accurate control and card panels (button and hardware spacing/sizing)
  • Arcade-replica lever system
  • Arcade-inspired wall/side button system
  • Fully vectorized replica control panel/decal art
  • Functional QR code card reader slots
  • Modular IC card reader panel/carriage
  • One extra card and guaranteed SR for every 1000 yen

Software required

  • 3D models: Autodesk Fusion 360
  • 2D designs: Adobe Illustrator

Variants

Variant QR card slots IC reader Headphone jack AC control panel Simple construction
Real Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Simple Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Basic No Optional Optional Yes Yes
  • Real - arcade replica design and sizing, intended for enthusiasts making a dedicated setup
  • Simple - same features as Real, but a simpler geometric construction with a smaller footprint
  • Basic - no card slots, option IC reader and headphone jack, likely what most users will look for

All variants share the same arcade-accurate control panel, and the same spacing/art is used on each

Components

See /hardware for details on components, materials, etc.