Alternative Controllers Workshop - presented by machines of play
Ever wanted to play a racing game with a banana? A fishing game controlled with a REAL fishing rod? In this alternative controllers workshop, learn to create your own custom controller and connect it to Godot to add an immersive touch to your game projects!
Taught by Stormy and Shihab Mian as part of IA Current 2026 exhibition, poodle soup, facilitated by the machines of play collective.
Basic knowledge of Game Engines is recommended, no prior knowledge of electronics is required.
Cost: FREE as part of the IA Current 2026 exhibition, w/ optional donation to the Workshop Facilitators
Capacity: 15
We provide: micro controllers, wires, breadboards and buttons, and sensors
You bring: Laptop with Godot installed with GDSerial (https://godotengine.org/asset-library/asset/4175)