Resin 3D printing is allowing gamers to print out their favourite game characters and fill their display cabinets at a fraction of the price. Gone are the days of the reliance on filament FDM prints for pyramid quality statues and busts, users can now invest in a resin 3D printer and make their own. Head here for a roundup of the best budget resin 3D printers out there right now.
There are plenty of resin 3D printers to choose from, with AnyCubic and Elegoo standing out as brand favourites amongst enthusiasts. Gamers certainly aren’t spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a 3D printer at an affordable price, but what else do they need? Saber Miniatures also have that covered too, here.
3D Printer Projects For Gamers
Whilst its best to do one’s own research on the subject, Saber Miniatures offer their own resin 3D printing services from Hero Forge requests to highly detailed statue one-offs. The real question is what should gamers print?
Well there’s plenty of free offerings over on Thingiverse which is full of 3D sculptures, known as STL files, looking to get their work out there. If any readers do decide to seek out printing services or to do it themselves, make sure to check for a “creative commons” or “free use” licence before continuing.
BD-1 of Jedi: Fallen Order
BD-1 is one of the cooler droids in the Star Wars universe, allowing Cal Kestis to zip line, access various chests/areas and so much more. Perhaps he’s the R2D2 for a more civilised age?
Find BD-1 here.
Charizard
The safest bet for any marketing campaign that’s related to Pokémon is to hit up Charizard for a photoshoot. For those who aren’t into Pikachu, Charizard is the real franchise mascot for many. For those struggling to grab that 1st edition shadowless generation one card, this STL file should help make up for it.
Find Charizard here.
Hyrulian Crest of the Legend of Zelda
One of the most iconic logos in gaming, the Hyrulian Chest is comprised of the Tri-Force and a Loftwing. Serving as the sole method of transportation of the residents of Skyloft, this crest is steeped in the Legend of Zelda lore. This print would be an amazing addition to anyone's display cabinet.
Find the Hyrulian Crest here.
Mario
The mascot who needs no introduction, Mario is THE most recognised IP in gaming today. From its humble origins as a trading card company to a market leader in the video game industry, Nintendo owes its success in part to this mushroom addicted plumber.
Find Mario here.
Master Chief
Spartan 117 is responsible for normalising first-person shooters on home consoles. Although it’s not in the same league as Call of Duty and CS:GO competitively, Halo is knee-deep in lore and Master Chief plays an integral part in this.
Find Master Chief here.
