Retro Arcade Crochet Characters – Easy Amigurumi Pattern

Ready for some retro crochet fun? Create your own mini yellow arcade character along with a colourful collection of cute crochet ghosts with this easy amigurumi pattern!

Measuring approximately 2–3 inches / 5–7.5 cm, these little characters are quick and fun to make. They’re also perfect for using up small amounts of colourful DK yarn from your stash.

Make them in familiar arcade-inspired colours or get creative and design your own completely unique collection!

Pattern Details

Retro arcade-inspired amigurumi pattern
Yellow character and colourful ghosts
Finished size approximately 2–3 inches / 5–7.5 cm
Uses DK / 8 ply yarn
3 mm & 3.5 mm crochet hooks
Skill level: Easy
Written using US crochet terminology
Written crochet instructions
Quick mini amigurumi project
Great for using leftover yarn
Lots of colour possibilities

Create a Colourful Collection

The little crochet ghosts are perfect for experimenting with colour.

Try red, pink, blue, orange, purple, green or rainbow shades, or simply raid your yarn stash and see what colours you can find.

Make just one or crochet a whole collection of colourful characters!

♻️ Perfect Stash-Busting Project

At only around 2–3 inches tall, these mini characters are a great way to use those little balls of DK yarn left over from previous projects.

Each character can be a different colour, so there’s no need to buy lots of new yarn. Mix and match your scraps and give every little ghost its own personality.

Perfect for Retro Gaming Fans

These mini crochet characters are a fun project for anyone who loves classic arcade games, retro gaming and amigurumi.

Display the finished characters together, add them to your crochet collection or make a colourful set as a handmade gift for a gaming fan.

✂️ Materials Needed

You will need:

DK / 8 ply yarn in various colours
3 mm crochet hook
3.5 mm crochet hook
Toy stuffing
Darning or embroidery needle
Scissors
Handmade Gift Idea

Know someone who loves retro gaming?

Create a complete set in bright arcade-inspired colours for a fun and unusual handmade gift. You could even personalise the ghosts using the recipient’s favourite colours.