Keychain-size ‘GameCube’ uses genuine Nintendo silicon — system also includes a dock, design shared to GitHub
The Nintendo Kawaii project has created a keychain-sized GameCube using genuine Nintendo silicon, measuring just 2.36 × 2.36 × 0.62 inches. The device relies on a trimmed Wii motherboard with original Nintendo processors and includes modifications for undervolting and compact integration. While the console is highly miniaturized, it requires a separate dock, controller, power supply, and TV to function.
- ▪The Nintendo Kawaii is a fully functional, keychain-sized GameCube built with original Nintendo processors and ICs.
- ▪It uses an Omega Trim Wii motherboard, which retains backward compatibility with GameCube games.
- ▪The build includes NAND Flex and Thundervolt mods to reduce size and manage heat in the compact aluminum case.
- ▪Games are loaded via microSD card, which becomes inaccessible once the case is assembled.
- ▪The design files for the Kawaii project have been shared publicly on GitHub.
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Video Games Console Gaming Nintendo Keychain-size ‘GameCube’ uses genuine Nintendo silicon — system also includes a dock, design shared to GitHub News By Mark Tyson published 3 May 2026 But you will need the dock which is bigger than the ‘console,’ a controller, a power supply, and a TV, of course. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Kawaii project on GitHub) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 1 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The wonders of miniaturization never cease to amaze in the tech business.
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