Building an interactive gaming table (flat screen embedded in table)


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I just finished building my new interactive gaming table (with the help of my brother) and wanted to share it with the boards. Maybe someone might get inspired by it, like I've been inspired by the people doing similar projects.
I've put up a folder with pictures and descriptions of the building process and the finished table on my deviantART page. Even if you don't have a profile there you should be able to see it.

deviantART link.

We had our first gaming session with it on Thursday and everyone (including the GM) loved it! It'll also help the two players who normally join us via Skype (one of which was in town while the other, his girlfriend, was out with some friends, so she couldn't attend).

Next step is to set up a dedicated computer to run the screen (probably an older laptop I need to install Linux on - could also be a RaspberryPi) and do a Wiimote Whiteboard set-up so the screen can be controlled with an IR pen.

Feel free to ask any questions you don't think I've addressed in the descriptions of the pictures. :-)


Nicely done! The use of a wall-mounting bracket to secure the TV is the same solution I'd been considering for when I get around to this eventually. Glad to see that it works out so nicely! :D

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