History of video games/Platforms/LaserCube

__NOTOC__ Unlike most gaming hardware, the LaserCube requires special safety steps to operate.LaserCube Setup and Operation Guide Wicked Lasers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gInHxTcjx4I 27 January 2021 If you happen to find one, make sure you understand the safety instructions before attempting to operate it, including playing games on it. History The LaserCube is a multifunction laser projector which was released around 2019 for about $499. Among the primary functions of the device was gaming using true vector graphics, and as a result a number of arcade style games were released for the system. The commercial LaserCube coincided with a small subsection of the DIY movement which focused on making laser based game hardware due to its unique properties.Laser Galvos And An ESP32 Recreate Old-School Asteroids https://hackaday.com/2021/02/18/laser-galvos-and-an-esp32-recreate-old-school-asteroids/ 19 February 2021 Hackaday 18 February 2021Light Replaces Electrons For Giant Vector-Graphics Asteroids Game https://hackaday.com/2017/03/08/light-replaces-electrons-for-giant-vector-graphics-asteroids-game/ 19 February 2021 Hackaday 9 March 2017 At some point before January 2021 the 1 watt version of the LaserCube was discontinued due to a lack of demand, leaving only the higher power 2 watt version left.FAQs https://www.laseros.com/faqs/ LaserCube - World's Smallest Laser Show Projector 27 January 2021 Technology Because the LaserCube is a general purpose device which includes gaming as a function, the designers of the LaserCube made a number of technical decisions which are extremely unusual for a console, but reasonable for a general purpose device. Vector graphics The LaserCube is distinct in being one of the few consoles to use a vector display exclusively.Wicked Lasers LaserCube Review https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/wicked-lasers-lasercube 27 January 2021 PCMAG en A class 4 pure laser diode is used to draw RGB graphics.LaserCube Dangerous Gaming! - Rerez https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPSYC-ho8JQ 27 January 2021 Depending on the model a 1 watt or a 2 watt laser is used to draw graphics. The manufacturer suggests this laser is expected to last between 10,000 to 20,000 hours of use. Software The LaserCube runs games in a standard software environment called LaserOS, which is executed on an external Windows PC, Mac, or Android device. An API is used to extend the LaserCube.API https://www.laseros.com/api/ LaserCube - World's Smallest Laser Show Projector 27 January 2021 Hardware A fan is used to cool the 2 watt model, as the LaserCube automatically shuts off when temperatures reach or exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit. The American version of the LaserCube, of which only a 2 watt version was ever sold, has several utility functions disabled to comply with safety regulations, leaving entertainment as it's only real purpose.LaserCube FAQ https://x-laser.com/pages/lasercube-faq X-Laser 27 January 2021 External Resources Laser lighting display PC Mag - Review including pictures. Rerez YouTube Video - Video review focusing on gaming functionality. LinusTechTips YouTube Video - Video briefly demonstrating a LaserCube as part of a larger project. References 2 100% __NOTOC__