Top 10 DIY Items Inspired by GTA and RDR

Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption aren't just platforms for great virtual adventures; they're also a source of inspiration for fans of these iconic series. It's no surprise that from time to time, their crafty hands create amazing items and share them online. In this article, we've compiled the 10 best fan-made creations, and we hope they'll wow you with their uniqueness and attention to detail, reflecting their love for GTA and RDR.

PC Case in the Shape of an RDR Crate

After the release of RDR 2, Swedish content creator PiXelit built a custom PC case inspired by the game. He went his own way and chose a large Wheeler, Rawson & Co. crate as the base—representing the general store in Red Dead's world. A hundred years ago, such a chest could hold weapons, clothes, accessories, and more, but today it cleverly hides a personal computer. There was so much space inside the crate that it fit all the main components and had room for good ventilation.

Table with GTA: San Andreas Weapon Icons

An unknown enthusiast crafted a coffee table featuring weapon icons from GTA: San Andreas. Placing such a table in your room gives you not just a functional piece of furniture but a true work of art, enhancing any gamer's corner.

Game World Maps

Another popular trend among fans is creating real maps of various GTA or RDR worlds, meticulously copied with elevation changes and key points of interest. For instance, you can find engraved wooden maps of San Andreas or the Southern U.S.:

One fan even went the extra mile and printed a full 3D map of San Andreas on a 3D printer. The project took over 400 hours throughout the year! Gathering data, building the map model, and printing it turned out to be extremely labor-intensive. The result was worth it:

Handmade GTA 6 Logo from Clay

The long-awaited GTA 6 trailer inspired one devoted fan to create the game's logo out of colorful clay. At first glance, the task might seem simple even for a child, but in reality, it requires significant precision and meticulousness, especially when crafting the letters for Grand Theft Auto. The result is an impressive logo that anyone can make and can be lacquered and attached to a magnet to take pride of place on the fridge.

Mugs, Badges, and Other Merch

Needless to say, popular items like drink mugs, lighters, police "badges," balaclavas with favorite characters' faces, and various figurines are made by fans themselves. There are plenty of examples online, and we've picked the most memorable ones:

Arthur Morgan's Leather Bag from RDR 2

One Red Dead fan, who apparently also runs a leather workshop, sells Arthur Morgan's bag from RDR 2. He managed to accurately recreate this essential accessory of the daring gangster, reflecting its physical dimensions. It's perfect for storing important items and documents. According to the maker, the bag is made of real leather and fitted with brass rivets. The price? 100-140 pounds sterling.

You can also find themed wallets, jackets, and other items in this shop.

Custom PS5 Panel

Another fan-made piece worth noting is a custom PS5 panel. In the video, a guy takes a PS5 and turns its replaceable panel into a work of art right on camera. He uses various paints, application techniques, and styles to create art in the spirit of the upcoming GTA 6. It makes you wonder if he did it in one take or went through several panels. What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Carved Wooden GTA Game Boxes

Another skilled artisan, evidently equipped with the right tools, makes and sells wooden game boxes, including for the GTA series. His specialty is intricate engraving, creating a natural 3D effect. The objects and characters look like they're embossed at different depths. The models are based on the original game boxes—the plastic containers that used to hold discs. You can find covers for all the GTA games and more on his site. Each box is priced at $140-150.

Cakes and Cookies

It's hard to pass up when it comes to expressing love for GTA and RDR through something sweet and tasty! Cakes and cookies styled after these games often turn out to be true works of art, as bakers pour their hearts into recreating characters and symbols on these treats. Some even paint Easter eggs in the same style!

DIY John Marston Corner

To wrap up our list, we want to show an inspiring example from a fan. He posted his own "John Marston corner" online. The props include a diary, love letters from Abigail, Arthur Morgan's hat, replicas of the hero's favorite guns, maps, chips, and much more. He made everything himself using available tools.

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Each of these projects shows just how deeply GTA and RDR have penetrated gamers' cultural code, inspiring them to create unique pieces. Which of these did you like the most, and did we inspire you to try your own creative projects? Share your thoughts in the comments.