We’ve chosen to highlight some entries that we thought might have been overlooked in the CoolerMaster Case Mod Series. Although they may not have been the most practical or visually appealing designs, they do have one thing in common. They are so extra! Here are the top picks and some comments from modders. The modders were kind enough to share some of their ideas and the overall process. Let’s dive in to some of the amazing innovations we found.
Sneaker mod by JMDF
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(Image credit: CoolerMaster)
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(Image credit: JMDF)
(Image credit: JMDF)
(Image credit: JMDF)
(Image credit: JMDF)
This shoe is a computer… in shoes. It’s simple and easy to love. We were told that this took about 10 weeks to complete. This included two weeks for 3D modeling, two weeks for 3D printing, and two weeks for gluing everything together. JDMF stated that they would love to see more patterns and better colours. However, I prefer it as it is. It’s already complicated enough. The water tubes were so small that it was difficult to bend them around, the modder didn’t have time for complex patterns. The modder suggested possible designs for next year’s contest. “I think there will also be a bow.” It could be the robot’s body parts. Sincere, I would love to see them both. They could do it. Check out the worklog.
Daguar’s Survivor Mod
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
(Image credit: Daguar)
This is a sci-fi design with a great science-fiction theme. It’s a critique of humans who are less able to adapt to their environment. The Survivor mod took eight weeks to complete according to Daguar, with four of those being used for initial sketches and vector drawing to CNC cutting. The remaining four are responsible for putting all the parts together and getting them painted and working. Impressive stuff. The main technical issue is the measurement. If you don’t measure correctly, you have a lot of backtracking to do. Unfortunately, the legs of this design were not strong enough. However, it can be difficult to calculate weight bearing unless you are an engineer or architect. The design is amazing in any case. There are plans to make a CoolerMaster Masteride truck-inspired mod. They just need to wait for the right moment. It might be next year’s contest. Check out the complete worklog.
AKMod’s Cyberpunk2077 – Deconstruction mod
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(Image credit to AK MOD)
(Image credit to AK MOD)
(Image credit to AK MOD)
This one was inspired by the Arasaka Mantis Blades of Cyberpunk2077. It was created long before the game was released. After the initial theme was established, six months of research were spent on the topic. The modding process took three months. It is clear that painting was responsible for almost two-thirds of the modding process. It feels like it came straight from the game, with its worn edges. It’s clear that oversights can be costly, but they managed to create something that is utterly massive. Although it did not have all the parts that the modder wanted, their hard work earned them gigs at CoolerMaster. They were responsible for modding a wall to fit the company’s new office. Well deserved, I say. You can see the entire worklog here.
ED Mod Craft’s Dino Grimlock Mod
(Image credit to Ed Mod Craft).
(Image credit to Ed Mod Craft).
(Image credit to Ed Mod Craft).
(Image credit to Ed Mod Craft).
(Image credit to Ed Mod Craft).
Dino Grimlock’s mod is so absurd I had to mention it. This one would have been a hit with 15-year-old metalhead me. These modders were inspired by Grimlock, the leader of Dinobots, and apparently worked 24-7, starting December 18 through January 28. This is some serious dedication. Due to the lockdown, the build was severely affected. Because of the shortage of material, the design had to be constructed from sintraboard PVC sheets instead. It wasn’t as strong as they had hoped, but it still looked great. They not only made something amazing, but they also considered the environment. Kudos. Check out the entire worklog.
