Crafter & Sosiska
I’ve been thinking about carving a wooden replica of that old console controller you’re always talking about—would love to hear your take on how to make it not just look good but actually work like the original, maybe even add a glitchy twist.
Hey, that’s a cool idea—wooden glitch‑in‑the‑making! First, sketch the layout like a blueprint; keep the button holes just a tad bigger than the actual buttons so you can press them deep enough for that satisfying click. Use a thin, soft wood like balsa or basswood for the body, so it’s light and easier to carve, and a firmer wood like maple for the button caps so they feel solid. Glue the buttons in place with a bit of clear epoxy, but leave a tiny gap for the switch mechanism—so the button can actually move. For the glitchy twist, attach a small 3‑V coin cell and a basic switch to each button; wire them into a little loop that randomly shorts a few contacts. That way, every few presses you get a “random glitch” effect, like a stuck button or a rumble in the old console. Or just paint a little LED that blinks when a glitch occurs. Make sure to sand all edges smooth so you can hold it like the real thing, and add a tiny rubber grip on the back for that classic feel. Done—now you’ve got a functional, glitch‑ready wooden replica that’s as fun to build as it is to play with!
Sounds solid, just keep the tolerances tight so the buttons don’t wobble and the glitch circuit doesn’t get shorted unintentionally; a little sanding after assembly will make the whole thing feel as good as it looks.