I decided to create a separate thread for my Mandalorian child mod to avoid confusion since the main Grogu modding thread is focused on the Acejedi mod. His is an excellent DIY mod but I wanted to make one that was interactive/controllable based on game events. I plan to install it on a mando premium that I hope to get should they ever become available again.

This mod is driven by a microcontroller. It was installed on a Mando Pro at level one bar in the Columbus area. It has also been installed on a couple of premium/LE machines. For a limited time, I will be giving a 10% discount on the prices shown. Also, if you don't like the mod for any reason, return it for a full refund.

Mando Pro model - $300 + shipping

1. "The Force" motion and LED necklace triggered by the diverter coil for the small playfield(Protect the Child encounter, etc.).
2. Random motions and LED necklace triggered by the upper left ramp gate.

Mando Premium/LE model - $320 + shipping

1. "The Force" motion and LED necklace triggered by the child magnet.
2. Random motions and LED necklace triggered by the diverter coil for the small playfield(Protect the Child encounter, etc.).
3. Random motions and LED necklace triggered by the upper left ramp gate.

Please contact me directly if you would like one. Thanks for your interest.

Hi sirocket, thanks for the interest! This design of the mod interfaces with the toy's original board so if you have removed that board, it wouldn't work.

Here is a general update. I just received the prototype PCB's and I have built a couple more. There is a pro and a LE/premium version. The LE/premium version adds an additional trigger for the child magnet. If anyone is interested in one for their game, send me a pm.

It should but it hasn't been tested yet since I don't have the game. I'm trying to arrange a test, I'll post an update once it's confirmed. I have successfully tested it with the magnet on my Stern Star Trek.

pm sent.

A special thanks to mrcosmo for helping me confirm that the magnet sensor works as expected. This is the first time the child was installed on a premium/LE. Also he provided the game play videos, feedback and some pics to make the install doc better. Thanks again!

Sorry, I missed your message. I replied to your message.

Some of you have asked for pictures of the board and how it connects to the toy(see below). I'm currently building a few of these to be delivered at the Pincinnati pinball event this weekend. I will be there all weekend and should have at least one extra at the show in case anyone is interested.

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A few of you have asked about the optional attract feature. If the attract feature is not connected, the child is only triggered by the ramp gate, the mini playfield gate, or the magnet("The Force" movement). With the attract feature in place, the child is triggered by movement in front of the game. Once triggered, it will only trigger again if there is motion and it has been at least 3 minutes since the last time it ran. Also, attract will not trigger for at least 5 minutes from the time that one of the gameplay triggers have fired. Below are some pics from the install guide specific to the attract feature.

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Thanks for the feedback, glad you like it! I can't promise everyone 2 day shipping, that was some sort of happy accident with the USPS.

For those of you who haven't installed the mod yet, I recently got my game(finally!). I found that it is much easier to pull the playfield all the way forward, raise the rear and support it as shown in the photo below. I used a small trash can. It's much easier to install the ramp gate and playfield diverter sensors in this position. I updated the install doc as well.

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Many of you have asked about the log term reliability of the mod, and I have wondered about it myself. After all, its a child's toy, right? I just learned that the first one I created and installed on a mando pro at level 1 bar and arcade in Columbus over 4 months ago is still working! This is a busy location that is open every day of the week. I'm thinking that much run time would probably equal at least a few years in a home environment.

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback!

Since I created this mod several months ago, many of you have asked if I have a kit version. I've finally had the time to document the build process and I've been working with another pinsider(@shadowolph) to validate a kit and my assembly document. Please be advised that detailed soldering of small wires would be required but I'm sure that many pinsider's are capable. Below is a picture of what comes in the kit. You would also need to purchase the child toy. Send me a PM if you are interested in the kit or if you would like to see the assembly doc. Of course I will still be making the complete mod if that is your preference.

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I'm posting the links to my Kit build doc so you can see the detailed soldering of small wires that I mentioned.

Kit Build Doc...

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jqRAGWWG8ZA5yJuADd1XmO5AdLfBqFZq/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104285597078982708398&rtpof=true&sd=true

If you want to order a kit, send me a PM. Also, let me know if you want the motion detection attract feature. You can order it at a later date if you are unsure.

Thanks BSoulMan, I appreciate the feedback. Glad you like it, enjoy your Mando Prem.

Hello prentice,

The kit is $115(w/o motion detect attract) plus $10 shipping if you are in the US.

If you want attract, it's an extra $25 for the sensor/harness.

Thanks so much for installing and providing feedback on my Grogu! The main goal of my version was to provide interactivity by triggering the child during modes(save the child, etc.). I'm so glad you noticed!