A creative hardware modder has successfully integrated a Raspberry Pi inside a Nintendo 3DS chassis, breathing new life into the classic dual-screen handheld. The project transforms the portable gaming console into a versatile input and capture device for a computer.
Following the custom installation, the connected PC detects the modified Nintendo 3DS across multiple roles. The system recognizes the handheld as a functional gamepad, while also taking advantage of the device's built-in sensors to act as both an external webcam and a microphone.
The project demonstrates the flexibility of microcomputing boards like the Raspberry Pi to repurpose older handheld gaming hardware into practical desktop peripherals.
For full details and a breakdown of the build process, check the original post on XDA Developers.
