This is the biggest good news for an avid gamer! You can 3D print your favorite models related to video games using the current manufacturing technology i.e. 3D printing. A 3D printer can allow you to create any shape you desire, you can just choose software and start designing, If this is going to be your first time creating a 3D model, Pick3DPrinter has a list of the best free 3D modeling software for beginners that you should check out. But the thing is, you don’t need to design the complete 3D file on modeling software, you can just choose an STL file online and get going.
Therefore, We bring you ten different STL files available online, that can be downloaded via 3D printing online repositories. Once downloaded, you need to slice it on your slicing software, and then they’d be feed-ready to your 3D printer. Yes! It’s that simple.
Overwatch Reaper
If you are into gaming, you probably need no introduction to Overwatch. It is the most popular video game and that’s why it is not at all hard to find a 3D model of your favorite avatar of Overwatch. This Reaper’s STL file can be available for download from Thingiverse. Its layer resolution is 0.1 microns and recommended infill is 10 percent. You need no rafts while 3D printing it. Yes, you do need some support structures. It is a perfect make for your office or home-work desk to remind you of your favorite video game.
Witcher-Wolf Medallion
It’s the Wolf school medallion from the game The Witcher III. The 3D design STL file of this model is available for download on Thingiverse. It was designed to be printed in high resolution on a laser resin printer. So, it is advisable for you to not use an FDM 3D printer. The model’s dimension are 5.05 cm * 4.4 cm * 2.65 cm. You will need rafts as well as support structures for 3D printing this STL file.
8 Bit Mario
Although there are many versions of Mario’s 3D design STL file available online because of its popularity as a video game, this one is the most complex and hence lucrative. When kept on your desk it provides many colors that your eyes get to see. It has twenty-six pieces that are to be 3D printed, also you need to assemble them, which makes it overall a fun puzzle to play with. You can download the 3D design file of this model from Thingiverse. The designer claims how this figure was modeled from a Nintendo Wii U Amiibo Mario Figure.
The Lich King
All the World of Warcraft fans, here’s a model that will bring massivity to the desk it is placed. If there is one thing that this model spills out, its fierce attitude. Like other games, there are many characters that you can 3D print from World of Warcraft, but none as powerful and as savage as the Lich King. It is complex and fancy at the same time. It has an inherent badass nature. The 3D design STL file of this video game model is available for download on MyMiniFactory. You are suggested to print it at 0.2 mm layer height, with 10 percent infill. It uses 464 grams of filament and takes 2282 minutes to be completely 3D printed. Its dimensions are 185.72 mm * 185.72 mm * 49.21 mm.
Majoras Mask
You can find many STL files of different models from the Legend of Zelda, but we found this one to be more unique than any other. You can also 3D print it using the wood grain model file which is also available for download. This one can be downloaded from Thingiverse. The designer recommends you to 3D print it using 0.1 mm layer height, 30 percent infill, using 3 solid bottom layers and 5 solid top layers, and the support should be at 50 percent density.
Companion Cube
Having this Cube at your place would make you feel as if you have something related to Portal game 24*7. It consists of forty different 3D printed parts designed to snap together in a fantastic way that you would not even need glue. The 3D design STL file of this video game model is available on Thingiverse. You are recommended to 3D print six of each of the white and pick face pieces first and then eight each of grey pieces with white corner pieces. And in the end print twelve each of white edge pieces. Although a little complex to print than other models, the cube will manage to look astonishing, when placed on your desk.
Chess Set
A creative and aesthetic designer has combined the concept of Minecraft and chess to produce this wonderful 3D design STL file that you can download from Thingiverse. Even if you do not know how to play, it will even look great if you simply put it as a showpiece. Most of the pieces inside it are to be 3D printed in two parts. In case you wish to play with it, it is advisable to print each team of chessmen in one color so it is easy for you to differentiate.
Vampire Lord Bust
You might want to thank the designer of this model for creating such a stunning example of the game model, the STL file of which is available for download on Thingiverse. You will find two parts to this model i.e.
- The main bust
- Some small horns can be assembled later.
It looks scary enough to frighten a kid that happens to look at it. This model can be used at the entrance of your place; can occupy enough space on a table. It is suggested to be printed using PLA material, the infill extrusion width around 0.4mm, 50 percent infill, and layer thickness of 0.04 microns.
The Conclusion
These models can easily fit into your work desk and it’s always great fun to have them over there. When you get tired of your work, you can always play around with them. You can print them for your kids or gift them to someone whom you know is a great fan of the game they belong to!