Retro Mod Shop

Parts List & Mods

This project is fully DIY-friendly! Below is the full list of parts and mods used to create the Xbox Mini, including optional enhancements to take your build to the next level. If you wish to buy a prebuilt version of this console paired with a 2TB drive, you can do so HERE

Please check the sources that helped me to make this build possible!
Shell design I remixed – https://www.printables.com/model/952485-original-xbox-slim
Aladdin LCD mod – https://github.com/Ryzee119/AladdinLCD
Pico W OGX-Mini Fork – https://github.com/wiredopposite/OGX-Mini

🖨️ 3D Printed Parts

  • Custom Xbox Mini Shell – STL files available free below
    (Designed for 256×256mm print beds — top lid is split for smaller printers)
    You can use a 220×220 print bed, however you will have a front split near the screen.
  • PETG recommended for:
    • Base plate
    • Heatsink shroud (for thermal durability)
  • PLA or PETG fine for:
    • Lid, front panel, detailing

💾 Core Hardware

  • Original Xbox motherboard (TSOP flashed or chipped; Cerbios highly recommended)
  • 2TB 2.5inch SATA HDD (preloaded or blank — you’ll need a SATA to IDE adapter + 80-wire IDE cable)
  • 50mm fan (4500rpm or higher recommended; tested for airflow in compact shell)
  • Xbox PicoW Wireless Controller Mod

IMPORTANT NOTE – You must setup the fan as an intake otherwise you will risk overheating. If you are planning on using PLA for the sides and top of the case then you must still print the fan shroud in PETG or higher.

🖥️ Display / Interface

  • 16×2 I2C LCD screen

If you’re using a modchip with native LCD support like OpenXenium or XBlast, that’s the preferred route for stability and display options. However, I used the Aladdin LCD mod because my board is TSOP flashed.
To fix an issue with contrast resetting on reboot in XBMC4Gamers, I added a 2.2kΩ resistor between the V0 (Pin 3) and GND (Pin 1) on the LCD. This sets a stable contrast level without needing manual adjustment after each reboot.

You will want to edit the LCD.xml file for XBMC4Gamers if that’s what you choose to run, which can be setup to display CPU and GPU temperatures.

🔧 Parts

  • 3D printer + Filament (of course!)
  • 2.5 Inch Hard drive (the 3.5 will no longer will fit)
  • Flat Allen head screws (or which you prefer). I used a combo of M3 x 6 and M3 x 10
  • Original Xbox motherboard and PSU screws
  • 16×2 I2C LCD HD44780 – https://amzn.to/4d3Gr43
  • Raspberry Pi Pico W (optional) – https://amzn.to/4cWLrHy
  • 50mm fan (I used this – https://amzn.to/4iHvW7C – but there are better fans out there)
  • Small switch to swap between the controller port 5V and Pico W 5V if using.
  • Aladdin XT chip (optional if modchip supports LCD or wish to look into alternatives)
  • USB Blaster (optional – only used for Aladdin XT LCD mod)
  • Soldering iron + basic tools
  • Hot glue (optional for securing Pico W or use alternative placement)
  • Superglue (for front panel detailing if using layered prints)

☕ Want to Support This Project?

These files are free because I want to give back to the modding community that helped me. If you like what you see, consider buying me a coffee:

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