Pixel wall art meets retro gaming in stunning Raspberry Pi 5 project

In brief: We have seen some wild projects over the years when it comes to retro gaming on the Raspberry Pi, but one maker has taken it to a whole new level. Using a Raspberry Pi 5, he's built a stunning, wall-mounted arcade system that combines retro gaming vibes with modern DIY tech. The result is a glowing, pixelated masterpiece that's as functional as it is eye-catching. At the heart of this project is the Raspberry Pi 5 4GB model, which drives four 64x64px HUB75 RGB LED matrix panels. These panels are connected via an Adafruit RGB matrix bonnet, creating a 128x128 pixel display – perfect for retro gaming. The entire setup is housed in an IKEA Sannahed picture frame featuring custom 3D-printed brackets, which add a splash of color while holding everything together. It's a clever mix of off-the-shelf and custom components. It's fair to say that the frame alone makes for an excellent art piece. But as you can see in the clip below, the frame serves more than just an aesthetic purpo ... Read full article.