Arduview: World’s first fully transparent video game console weighs just 50 g

September 5, 2026 - 17:59

A new gaming device is promising to stand out in a crowded market by making everything visible. Arduview, which its creators call the world's first fully transparent video game console, weighs just 50 grams. The handheld features a clear casing, a see-through circuit board, and a transparent OLED display, letting players see the internal components working in real time.

The device comes preloaded with 400 classic 8-bit games, offering a quick trip back to the early days of gaming without any cartridges or downloads. For connectivity, it includes a USB-C port, which handles both charging and data transfer. The lightweight build makes it easy to carry, and the open design is meant to appeal to hobbyists and tinkerers who enjoy seeing the hardware behind the screen.

Arduview is currently preparing for a Kickstarter campaign, which is expected to go live soon. The company behind the project has set a target release date of 2027, giving them time to refine the manufacturing process and ensure the transparent components meet quality standards. While the final price has not been announced, early details suggest the focus is on affordability and novelty rather than high-end performance.

The concept of a fully see-through console is unusual, as most transparent electronics still hide key parts like batteries or processors. Arduview appears to have solved that by using a modular layout where every major element is exposed. Whether it will attract enough backers to reach production remains to be seen, but the early response from retro gaming fans has been positive. More details are expected when the Kickstarter page goes live.