A Reddit maker has recreated one of GoldenEye 007's most recognisable weapons in physical form, highlighting the enduring appeal of Rare's 1997 Nintendo 64 shooter.
GoldenEye 007, developed by Rare for the Nintendo 64 and released in 1997, is widely credited with shaping console first-person shooter controls and popularising split-screen multiplayer.
The game's low-polygon aesthetic and iconic arsenal remain a popular source of inspiration for fans and prop makers.
The creator behind the project, Reddit user Arnielthegreat, has produced a low-poly 3D-printed version of GoldenEye's Sniper Rifle that closely matches the in-game model's blocky N64 look, complete with a wood-style stock, reinforced butt and metallic barrel.
Arniel has also printed several other weapons from the game's roster, including the silenced PP7, the DD44 Dostoev, the RC-P90 and the notoriously inaccurate Klobb.
In addition to firearms, the maker recreated the game's famously comedic melee attack — the slap — underscoring the project's attention to both functional and characterful elements of the source material.
Explaining their workflow, Arniel detailed a step-by-step approach: they extract the model from the game, import it into 3D software, repair geometry and symmetry issues, and separate the asset into colour-based pieces.
After adding detail and planning connection points, Arniel prints prototypes, refines the final print, uploads the files to MakerWorld and posts the finished results to Reddit.
The creator also provides the blueprints free of charge, enabling other enthusiasts to print the props themselves.
GoldenEye 007 remains a touchstone in gaming history, and fan projects like this one highlight how classic titles continue to influence modern hobbyist communities.
While GoldenEye was launched exclusively for the Nintendo 64 in 1997 and Rare later became part of Microsoft's roster in 2002, its legacy persists across platforms and fan spaces — from forum posts and MakerWorld repositories to conversations during Nintendo Directs and eShop catalogues about preservation and remasters.
For collectors and GoldenEye fans, Arnielthegreat's prints offer an accessible way to own a piece of N64 nostalgia.
With the creator indicating plans to work through more weapons from the game's arsenal and sharing files freely, the project is likely to be a valuable resource for prop builders and retro gaming communities alike.
GoldenEye 007, developed by Rare for the Nintendo 64 and released in 1997, is widely credited with shaping console first-person shooter controls and popularising split-screen multiplayer.
The game's low-polygon aesthetic and iconic arsenal remain a popular source of inspiration for fans and prop makers.
The creator behind the project, Reddit user Arnielthegreat, has produced a low-poly 3D-printed version of GoldenEye's Sniper Rifle that closely matches the in-game model's blocky N64 look, complete with a wood-style stock, reinforced butt and metallic barrel.
Arniel has also printed several other weapons from the game's roster, including the silenced PP7, the DD44 Dostoev, the RC-P90 and the notoriously inaccurate Klobb.
In addition to firearms, the maker recreated the game's famously comedic melee attack — the slap — underscoring the project's attention to both functional and characterful elements of the source material.
Explaining their workflow, Arniel detailed a step-by-step approach: they extract the model from the game, import it into 3D software, repair geometry and symmetry issues, and separate the asset into colour-based pieces.
After adding detail and planning connection points, Arniel prints prototypes, refines the final print, uploads the files to MakerWorld and posts the finished results to Reddit.
The creator also provides the blueprints free of charge, enabling other enthusiasts to print the props themselves.
GoldenEye 007 remains a touchstone in gaming history, and fan projects like this one highlight how classic titles continue to influence modern hobbyist communities.
While GoldenEye was launched exclusively for the Nintendo 64 in 1997 and Rare later became part of Microsoft's roster in 2002, its legacy persists across platforms and fan spaces — from forum posts and MakerWorld repositories to conversations during Nintendo Directs and eShop catalogues about preservation and remasters.
For collectors and GoldenEye fans, Arnielthegreat's prints offer an accessible way to own a piece of N64 nostalgia.
With the creator indicating plans to work through more weapons from the game's arsenal and sharing files freely, the project is likely to be a valuable resource for prop builders and retro gaming communities alike.
