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I'm excited to finally release the first public version of WavePhoenix, my open-source implementation of a Nintendo WaveBird receiver - github.com/loopj/waveph...

WavePhoenix is 100% open source hardware and firmware, fully compatible with OEM WaveBird controllers, and can be built with less than $5 in parts.

WaveBirds are incredible controllers - but original receivers are getting harder to find and more expensive. I'm hoping WavePhoenix gives a second life to WaveBirds whose owners have lost their receivers!

The reference hardware (the mini receiver) is 1/3rd the size of an original WaveBird receiver. It supports "virtual pairing" - you can set the wireless channel by pressing X+Y on a nearby WaveBird controller. No channel wheel needed!

The firmware also supports over-the-air updates via Bluetooth, so you can update the firmware without opening the case.

I won't be selling these myself. Since it is open-source and permissively licensed, I'm hoping someone will take the design and make a few bucks selling them. If you do, please let me know - I'd love to link to you from the project page!

Full build instructions for the mini receiver are available here: github.com/loopj/waveph... I can't wait to see some of these in the wild!

I tested the BOM links and the one for the GC connector may not work anymore as it directs me to the homepage of Aliexpress.