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Feel Weight In Virtual Reality with this Transforming Controller

Feel Weight In Virtual Reality with this Transforming Controller

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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Giving players a greater sense of weight and touch is a hot topic in virtual reality right now. It only makes sense that makers would jump at the problem.

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This Fancy Transforming Arcade Cabinet Uses Steam Link

This Fancy Transforming Arcade Cabinet Uses Steam Link

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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David Rickman wanted to make an arcade machine, but instead of just making another Raspberry Pi system, he used a steam link.

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Construct Cloud’s Buster Sword from Final Fantasy VII

Construct Cloud’s Buster Sword from Final Fantasy VII

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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Construct a detailed replica of Cloud and Zack’s Buster Sword. It’s lightweight too, making it perfect for walking around while in cosplay.

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Maker Pro News: Football Maker Pros, Nintendo Explores Papercraft, and More

Maker Pro News: Football Maker Pros, Nintendo Explores Papercraft, and More

By DC Denison

DC Denison

DC Denison is the co-editor of The Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection of makers and business. That means hardware startups, new products, and market trends.

DC manages customer stories at Acquia, the digital experience company.

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By Jon Christian

Jon Christian

Jon Christian is the co-editor of the Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection between makers and business. He's also written for the Boston Globe, WIRED and The Atlantic.

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This week, read up on how maker pros are affecting the American football industry, Nintendo is exploring papercraft projects, and more.

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This 3D Printed Adapter Makes Nintendo’s Switch Controllers More Accessible

This 3D Printed Adapter Makes Nintendo’s Switch Controllers More Accessible

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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Players with a motion disability can struggle to use Nintendo Switch’s Joy-Cons. This 3D printed adaptor makes the controller more accessible.

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