A mini arcade kit for a switch console

Abstract

This utility model discloses a mini arcade kit for the Nintendo Switch game console, relating to the field of game console accessory technology. It includes a base, side panels, a screen mounting bracket, a top plate, and a back plate. The base integrates an arcade joystick controller. A groove is formed at the bottom of the base, containing a power connector for the arcade joystick controller. A connector for electrical connection to the Switch console is angled at the top of the base. The side panels are mounted on both sides of the base. A top slot for mounting the top plate is formed on the upper front of the inner wall of the side panels. An angled mounting slot for fixing the screen mounting bracket and a vertical mounting slot for mounting the back plate are also provided. The top plate is inserted into the top slot, the screen mounting bracket is installed in the angled mounting slot, and the back plate is installed in the vertical mounting slot. This utility model integrates the Switch console into an arcade-style casing, enhancing the Switch's entertainment value and providing players with an immersive arcade experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of game console accessories technology, specifically relating to a mini arcade kit suitable for the Switch game console. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing popularity of portable gaming devices and the growing demand for diversified gaming scenarios, users have placed higher demands on the immersiveness and scene adaptability of gaming experiences. Among them, the Nintendo Switch (hereinafter referred to as "Switch"), as a hybrid architecture game console launched by Nintendo, has become the most representative cross-scenario gaming device in recent years, thanks to its ability to freely switch between "handheld mode" and "TV mode". Its core advantage lies in the innovative design of its hardware structure (such as the detachable connection between the Joy-Con controllers and the console itself), which enables the flexibility of "playing anytime, anywhere". Especially in handheld mode, users can meet their entertainment needs in mobile scenarios by holding the console with one or two hands.

[0003] However, although the Switch's handheld mode covers portable gaming scenarios, its screen size and operation are still limited by the inherent framework of handheld design, making it difficult to meet users' deep needs for an "arcade experience." As a classic medium for video games, arcades, since their rise in the 1970s, have become a "game culture symbol" in the hearts of many players with their unique structural layout and joystick-style operation. Arcade games on the Switch still require a controller to play, making it difficult to bring players a strong sense of immersion. Currently, commercially available Switch accessories such as protective cases, Pro Controller adapters, and desktop stands mainly focus on "protection," "portability," or "basic operation optimization," and have not been systematically designed for the "arcade experience."

[0004] Therefore, how to provide a mini arcade kit suitable for the Switch game console that can meet the arcade needs of players has become a problem that needs to be considered by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a mini arcade kit for the Switch game console, which deeply integrates the native screen and operating hardware of the Switch handheld mode into the arcade-style shell, while taking into account portability and operation compatibility, bringing players an immersive arcade experience.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A mini arcade kit for the Nintendo Switch includes a base, side panels, a screen mounting bracket, a top plate, and a back plate. The base integrates an arcade joystick controller. A recessed groove on the bottom of the base houses a power connector for the arcade joystick controller. An angled connector for electrical connection to the Switch console is located on the top of the base. The side panels are mounted on both sides of the base. The inner wall of each side panel has a top slot for mounting the top plate, an angled mounting slot for fixing the screen mounting bracket, and a vertical mounting slot for mounting the back plate. The top plate is inserted into the top slot, the screen mounting bracket is installed in the angled mounting slot, and the back plate is installed in the vertical mounting slot.

[0008] Furthermore, the screen mounting bracket includes a front panel bracket and a back clip. The front end of the front panel bracket is a plug-in plate for plugging into the oblique mounting slot of the side panel. The plug-in plate has a rectangular mounting hole corresponding to the Switch console screen. The back of the front panel bracket is provided with a Switch console storage slot. The bottom of the storage slot is hinged with a back clip, and the top of the back clip is plugged into the front panel bracket.

[0009] Furthermore, the top of the back clip is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove, and the front panel bracket is provided with a snap-fit ​​protrusion corresponding to the back clip.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom of the front panel bracket has cutouts corresponding to the ventilation holes and charging port of the Switch console, and the top of the back clip has cutouts corresponding to the buttons, cartridge mounting holes, and headphone jack of the Switch console.

[0011] Furthermore, the base has insertion slots on both sides, and a locking mechanism is provided in the insertion slots. The bottom of the side plate has insertion protrusions, and the side plate is fixed in the insertion slots of the base by the locking mechanism.

[0012] Furthermore, the locking mechanism includes a locking block and a spring. The locking block is slidably disposed within the base, and the spring abuts against one end of the locking block to keep the locking block in a locked state. Wedge-shaped blocks are provided at both the front and rear ends of the top of the locking block, and a toggle block penetrating the base is provided at the bottom of the locking block. The insertion protrusion of the side plate is provided with a locking cavity corresponding to the wedge-shaped block, and a wedge-shaped surface for pressing the wedge-shaped block is provided at the front end of the locking cavity.

[0013] Furthermore, the outer wall of the back panel is provided with several storage slots for storing Switch cartridges and memory cards. The top of each storage slot is provided with an arc-shaped groove to facilitate the removal of Switch cartridges and memory cards.

[0014] Furthermore, the storage slot has a first U-shaped buckle on both sides for storing Switch cartridges, and a second U-shaped buckle at the bottom for storing memory cards.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. This utility model integrates an arcade joystick controller within its base, allowing users to directly control the game using the joystick, simulating the classic "joystick and button" interaction of traditional arcades. The connector at the bottom of the base provides stable power to the joystick controller, ensuring reliable operation response. Combined with the tilted Switch console power connector, users can quickly set up an "arcade-style" game scene without needing additional complex external equipment. From the operation method to the device form, it closely resembles traditional arcades, significantly enhancing the game's immersive experience.

[0017] 2. This utility model kit features a modular design for the base, side panels, screen mounting bracket, top panel, and back panel. The simple structure allows users to assemble it themselves at home for easy storage. The side panels are quickly secured to the base via a locking mechanism using bottom protrusions and slots, ensuring flexible assembly and disassembly. The screen mounting bracket connects to the side panels via angled mounting slots and precisely positions the Switch console screen using the front panel bracket's mounting plate and rectangular mounting holes. The back panel is fixed to the side panels via vertical mounting slots, forming a complete "arcade shell" structure. All components work together, allowing for Switch console installation and fixation without additional tools, and is compatible with different Switch console models.

[0018] 3. The outer wall of the back panel of this utility model is provided with several storage slots, and is equipped with a first U-shaped buckle to store Switch cartridges and a second U-shaped buckle to store memory cards. This allows for the centralized storage of game cartridges, storage media and other accessories, making them easy to find and preventing them from being scattered or lost, thereby improving the tidiness and convenience of the usage scenario. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the base structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the base, front panel bracket, top plate, and side plate of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the locking block structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the inner wall structure of the side plate of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of the screen mounting bracket of this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Side panel; 3. Top panel; 4. Back panel; 5. Arcade joystick controller; 6. Plug interface; 7. Plug connector; 8. Front panel bracket; 9. Back clip; 10. Snap-fit ​​groove; 11. Snap-fit ​​protrusion; 12. Plug-fit groove; 13. Plug-fit protrusion; 14. Locking block; 15. Wedge block; 16. Toggle block; 17. Locking cavity; 18. Wedge surface; 19. Storage slot; 20. Arc groove; 21. First U-shaped buckle; 22. Second U-shaped buckle; 23. Switch console; 24. Switch cartridge. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," and "one side," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. The terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] Example 1

[0031] like Figure 1-8As shown, this utility model discloses a user-assembleable mini arcade kit adapted for the Switch game console. It includes a base 1, side panels 2, a screen mounting bracket, a top plate 3, and a back plate 4. The base 1 integrates an arcade joystick controller 5. A groove is provided at the bottom of the base 1, containing a power connector 6 for the arcade joystick controller 5. A connector 7 for electrical connection to the Switch console 23 is obliquely positioned at the top of the base 1, allowing for simultaneous charging and gameplay without power loss to the Switch console 23. The side panels 2 are mounted on both sides of the base 1. A top slot for mounting the top plate 3, an oblique mounting slot for fixing the screen mounting bracket, and a vertical mounting slot for mounting the back plate 4 are provided on the upper front of the inner wall of the side panels 2. The top plate 3 is inserted into the top slot, the screen mounting bracket is installed in the oblique mounting slot, and the back plate 4 is installed in the vertical mounting slot. In this embodiment, arcade game stickers can be affixed to the surfaces of the base 1, side panels 2, and top plate 3, making the mini arcade kit more realistically recreate an arcade scene.

[0032] Specifically, the screen mounting bracket includes a front panel bracket 8 and a back clip 9. The front end of the front panel bracket 8 is a plug-in plate for plugging into the angled mounting slot of the side panel 2. The plug-in plate has a rectangular mounting hole corresponding to the screen of the Switch console 23. The back of the front panel bracket 8 is provided with a storage slot 19 for the Switch console 23. The Switch console 23 after the controller is removed is installed in the storage slot 19. The bottom of the storage slot 19 is hinged to the back clip 9. The top of the back clip 9 is provided with a snap-fit ​​slot 10. The front panel bracket 8 is provided with a snap-fit ​​protrusion 11 corresponding to the back clip 9. The top of the back clip 9 is plugged into and connected to the front panel bracket 8 through the snap-fit ​​protrusion 11.

[0033] The screen mounting bracket in this invention can be adapted to different Switch models. This way, by simply changing the structure of the screen mounting bracket according to the model, it can be adapted to different Switch models, thus improving the versatility of the mini arcade kit.

[0034] To facilitate control and operation of the Switch console 23 and to ensure effective ventilation and heat dissipation, the bottom of the front panel stand has cutouts corresponding to the ventilation holes and charging port of the Switch console 23, while the top of the back clip 9 has cutouts corresponding to the buttons, cartridge mounting holes, and headphone jack of the Switch console 23.

[0035] To facilitate the installation and removal of the side plate 2, the base 1 has insertion slots 12 on both sides, and a locking mechanism is provided in the insertion slots 12. The bottom of the side plate 2 has insertion protrusions 13, and the side plate 2 is fixed in the insertion slots 12 of the base 1 by the locking mechanism.

[0036] Specifically, in this embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a locking block 14 and a spring. The locking block 14 is slidably disposed in the base 1, and the spring abuts against one end of the locking block 14 to keep the locking block 14 in a locked state. Wedge blocks 15 are provided at both the front and rear ends of the top of the locking block 14, and a toggle block 16 penetrating the base 1 is provided at the bottom of the locking block 14. The insertion protrusion 13 of the side plate 2 is provided with a locking cavity 17 corresponding to the wedge block 15, and a wedge surface 18 for pressing the wedge block 15 is provided at the front end of the locking cavity 17. When the side plate 2 is installed, the insertion protrusion 13 will be inserted into the insertion slot 12 of the base 1. At this time, the wedge-shaped surface 18 of the insertion protrusion 13 will squeeze the wedge block 15 and compress the spring until the wedge block 15 passes over the wedge surface 18 and enters the locking cavity 17. The spring rebounds and pushes the wedge block 15 into the depth of the locking cavity 17, thereby locking the base 1 and the side plate 2. When the side plate 2 needs to be disassembled, simply push the toggle block 16 to squeeze the spring with the locking block 14 and move the wedge block 15 out of the locking cavity 17, and the base 1 and the side plate 2 can be easily separated.

[0037] To facilitate the storage and retrieval of the Switch cartridge 24 and memory card, the outer wall of the back panel 4 is provided with several storage slots 19, and the top of each storage slot 19 is provided with an arc-shaped groove 20. In this embodiment, the sides of the storage slots 19 are provided with first U-shaped buckles 21 for storing the Switch cartridge 24, and the bottom of the storage slots 19 is provided with second U-shaped buckles 22 for storing the memory card.

[0038] Although the specific embodiments of the present utility model have been described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, this is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications or variations that can be made by those skilled in the art without creative effort based on the technical solution of the present utility model are still within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console, characterized in that, The device includes a base, side panels, a screen mounting bracket, a top plate, and a back plate. The base integrates an arcade joystick controller. A groove is provided at the bottom of the base, containing a power supply interface for the arcade joystick controller. A connector for electrical connection to the Switch console is obliquely positioned at the top of the base. The side panels are mounted on both sides of the base. The inner wall of the side panels has a top slot for mounting the top plate, an oblique mounting slot for fixing the screen mounting bracket, and a vertical mounting slot for mounting the back plate. The top plate is inserted into the top slot, the screen mounting bracket is installed in the oblique mounting slot, and the back plate is installed in the vertical mounting slot.

2. The mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The screen mounting bracket includes a front panel bracket and a back clip. The front end of the front panel bracket is a plug-in plate for inserting into the angled mounting slot of the side panel. The plug-in plate has a rectangular mounting hole corresponding to the Switch console screen. The back of the front panel bracket is provided with a Switch console storage slot. The bottom of the storage slot is hinged to the back clip, and the top of the back clip is plugged into the front panel bracket.

3. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top of the back clip is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove, and the front panel bracket is provided with a snap-fit ​​protrusion corresponding to the back clip.

4. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the front panel bracket has cutouts corresponding to the ventilation holes and charging port of the Switch console, while the top of the back clip has cutouts corresponding to the buttons, cartridge mounting holes, and headphone jack of the Switch console.

5. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base has insertion slots on both sides, and a locking mechanism is provided in the insertion slots. The bottom of the side plate has insertion protrusions, and the side plate is fixed in the insertion slots of the base by the locking mechanism.

6. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 5, characterized in that, The locking mechanism includes a locking block and a spring. The locking block is slidably disposed in the base. The spring abuts against one end of the locking block to keep the locking block in a locked state. Wedge-shaped blocks are provided at both the front and rear ends of the top of the locking block. A toggle block penetrating the base is provided at the bottom of the locking block. The insertion protrusion of the side plate is provided with a locking cavity corresponding to the wedge-shaped block. A wedge-shaped surface for pressing the wedge-shaped block is provided at the front end of the locking cavity.

7. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the back panel is provided with several storage slots for storing Switch cartridges and memory cards. The top of each storage slot is provided with an arc-shaped groove for easy access to Switch cartridges and memory cards.

8. A mini arcade kit for the Switch game console according to claim 7, characterized in that, The storage slot has a first U-shaped buckle on both sides for storing Switch cartridges, and a second U-shaped buckle at the bottom for storing memory cards.

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