It uses an induction coil to power the LEDs. The “stones” light up as you place them on the board.

I find it compelling because in many other games (chess, checkers, etc.) it’s the movement of the pieces that matters. In Go, it’s the placement of the pieces. Traditionally the clicking sound as the stone is placed emphasizes this. Now light also plays a similar role. The glow also hints at the influence of a stone on its surroundings.

You can see how I made it on Mastodon: @Jilanico@mastodon.social

I modified a goban found here.

The containers for the stones found here.

OC by @Jilanico@lemmy.world