Flappy Bird on Arduino Nano | KitKraft DIY Retro Gaming

Flappy Bird on Arduino Nano | KitKraft DIY Retro Gaming

🎮 Relive the classic Flappy Bird experience with this fun Arduino project! Using an Arduino Nano, a joystick module, and an OLED display, you can build a fully functional handheld version of the game. This project is great for beginners and gaming enthusiasts who want to explore the world of embedded systems and game development.

🔧 Components Used:

  • Arduino Nano – The brain of the project

  • 0.96" OLED Display – Displays the game graphics

  • Joystick Module – Controls the bird's movement

  • Jumper Wires & Breadboard – For easy connections

🌟 How It Works:

  1. The OLED screen renders the game, including the bird and obstacles.

  2. The joystick controls the bird’s movement – move it upward to make the bird "flap."

  3. The game detects collisions with pipes and the ground, triggering a game-over state.

  4. The score increases as you pass through obstacles, and it is displayed on the OLED.

  5. Once the game is over, move the joystick to restart.

📌 Features:

✅ Smooth scrolling pipes ✅ Animated bird with flapping wings ✅ Real-time score tracking ✅ Game restart by moving the joystick ✅ Simple yet engaging gameplay

🚀 Get Started:

🔌 Wiring Diagram:

Connect the components as follows:

  • OLED Display:

    • VCC → 5V

    • GND → GND

    • SDA → A4

    • SCL → A5

  • Joystick Module:

    • VCC → 5V

    • GND → GND

    • VRX → A0

    • VRY → A1

    • SW (Switch) → Not used in this project

🛠️ Code & Schematic:

Find the complete Arduino code and schematic in our GitHub repository: 👉 GitHub Link

https://github.com/kitkraftin/Arduino_flappy_bird.git

🎥 Watch It in Action:

Check out the full demo on our YouTube channel: 👉 YouTube Video

https://youtube.com/shorts/jxG_nPARZds

🛍️ Buy DIY Kits & Components:

Get all the required components and more at www.kitkraft.in

Build your own Flappy Bird arcade on an Arduino Nano and bring back the nostalgia of retro gaming! 🎮💡

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this kit require soldering?
No — KitKraft's DIY kits are designed as plug-and-play breadboard builds. Header pins may need to be attached on some advanced/maker-level components, but no soldering is required for the core build.
Is the code pre-loaded, or do I need to upload it myself?
Code is provided (linked in this guide, or included with the kit) and needs to be uploaded to the board yourself using the free Arduino IDE — that's part of the learning experience. Step-by-step upload instructions are included in this guide.
What skill level or age is this project suitable for?
This project is beginner-friendly and works well for school students, engineering students, and hobbyists getting started with electronics — no prior coding or circuit experience is required.
What if I get stuck while building it?
KitKraft offers WhatsApp tech support with every kit purchase, and the wiring diagram, code, and video walkthrough are all included in this guide.