2 layers116 × 75.5 mm
2 layers438.2 × 181 mm
GameBoard V2
Godzilaa/keyboardWelcome to the GameBoard V2 project! This is more than just a keyboard—it's my vision of the perfect daily driver: a full 105-key ISO layout, tailored to my preferences, and featuring a smooth rotary encoder for…
- Size
- 438.2 × 181 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 212
- Nets
- 152
- Pads
- 834
- Tracks, vias
- 1,843, 105
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 9.0 (file 20241229)
- Created
- 17 Jul 2025
- Updated
- 17 Jul 2025
Overview
GameBoard V2 is an open-source printed circuit board by Godzilaa, from the Godzilaa/keyboard repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 438.2 × 181 mm with 212 parts on 152 nets, routed with 1,843 tracks and 105 vias.
Its parts include 106 switches, 105 diodes and 1 IC. It belongs with the RP2040 boards of this library.
README
README.mdGameBoard V2 — The Ultimate Custom Keyboard Experience
Welcome to the GameBoard V2 project! This is more than just a keyboard—it's my vision of the perfect daily driver: a full 105-key ISO layout, tailored to my preferences, and featuring a smooth rotary encoder for intuitive volume control. Every detail, from the color palette to the hardware, is chosen for both style and performance.
Gallery
Take a look at some highlights from the build:
Bill of Materials (BOM)
| Item | Price (£) | Price ($) | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stab Lube | 1.52 | 2.05 | Buy |
| Keycaps | 7.41 | 10.00 | Buy |
| Stabilisers (Stabs) | 6.39 | 8.63 | Buy |
| Copper Wick | 1.25 | 1.69 | Buy |
| Grip Tape | 2.66 | 3.59 | Buy |
| Super Glue | 2.75 | 3.71 | Buy |
| Hex Nuts | 0.82 | 1.11 | Buy |
| Switches (x5) | 2.55 | 3.44 | Buy |
| Diodes (x4) | 2.84 | 3.83 | Buy |
| Rubber O-Rings | 0.58 | 0.78 | Buy |
| Switch Pads | 2.54 | 3.43 | Buy |
| Rotary Encoders | 1.90 | 2.57 | Buy |
| Flux | 4.09 | 5.52 | Buy |
| Switch Film | 2.01 | 2.71 | Buy |
| Hex Screws | 7.44 | 10.04 | Buy |
| Rotary Encoder Caps | 1.06 | 1.43 | Buy |
| Raspberry Pi Pico | 2.08 | 2.81 | Buy |
| USB Cable (Micro) | 0.93 | 1.26 | Buy |
| JLCPCB PCB | 46.27 | 62.46 | Buy |
| Royal Mail Shipping | 3.35 | 4.52 | Buy |
Total Cost:
- Pounds: £111.65
- Dollars: $150.72
(With a $1 discount, that’s $149.72!)
Why GameBoard V2?
- Personalized Design: Crafted for comfort, style, and daily use.
- Full ISO Layout: 105 keys for maximum productivity and gaming.
- Rotary Encoder: Effortless, tactile volume control.
- Affordable Build: Premium feel, all for under $150.
Get Involved
Want to build your own GameBoard V2? All design files, schematics, and the full BOM are included in this repository. Have questions or feedback? Open an issue or reach out!
Parts
212| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 | 1N4148 | Diode_THT:D_DO-35_SOD27_P7.62mm_Horizontal | D1, D10, D11, D12, D13, D14, D15, D16, D17, D18, D100, D101, D102, D103, D104, D105 +89 |
| 105 | SW_Push | Button_Switch_Keyboard:SW_Cherry_MX_1.00u_PCB | SW1, SW10, SW11, SW12, SW13, SW14, SW15, SW16, SW17, SW18, SW100, SW101, SW102, SW103, SW104, SW105 +89 |
| 1 | Pico | MCU_RaspberryPi_and_Boards:RPi_Pico_SMD_TH | U2 |
| 1 | RotaryEncoder_Switch | Rotary_Encoder:RotaryEncoder_Alps_EC11E-Switch_Vertical_H20mm_MountingHoles | SW106 |
Questions
How big is the GameBoard V2 PCB?
It measures 438.2 × 181 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the GameBoard V2 use?
212 parts. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.
Where can I download the GameBoard V2 KiCad files?
From the Godzilaa/keyboard repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is KiCad/GameBoard V2.kicad_pcb and its schematic KiCad/GameBoard V2.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the GameBoard V2 design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask Godzilaa before reusing the design.
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