Independent development studio LB'n'Mie he officially announced that he The QuarterCade started a campaign on Kickstarter.
The QuarterCade is a custom, affordable hybrid between PC and console, designed to make gaming accessible to everyone. The project was created by an indie developer and artist DJ Jones (also known as Last Benevolence), aiming to bypass financial barriers and give players freedom from expensive hardware, closed ecosystems and paid subscriptions. The console is ready to play right out of the box — just plug it in, download games and play.
Each device is made to order, which allows production to start immediately, without the need for large batches. The campaign has a modest, realistic goal, enabling fair pricing, contributor support, and backer rewards — including early bird discounts, digital bonuses, and collectible top panels inspired by the retro Game Boy aesthetic. Higher support tiers also bring real hardware improvements, like better processors and NVMe SSDs for higher performance.
More than just a crowdfunding campaign, The QuarterCade represents a movement for accessible and sustainable gaming. Its goal is to support indie innovation, preserve old and new games, and prove that small authors can change industry rules. Despite the modest margins, the project's focus remains on accessibility, transparency and providing real value to players — with a vision of a future where gaming truly belongs to everyone.
Key features:
- An affordable hybrid of PC and console: powerful performance in a compact form.
- Thousands of games: from modern hits to timeless classics — without subscriptions.
- Full customization: graphics, modes and controls via USB or Bluetooth.
- Affordable game library: indie titles, hidden gems and free games.
- Open platform: freedom to install your own software, without restrictions.
- Long-term usability: support for new and older titles.
- Portable and versatile: the simplicity of a console with the soul of a gaming PC.
