3D Printed Miniatures for Board Games

When people think of 3D printed miniatures, they often picture them in the middle of an intense D&D campaign — maybe facing a red dragon or crawling through some crypt. And fair enough, RPGs are a natural fit for highly detailed minis. But here’s the thing: if you’re into board games, there’s a whole new world to explore. Custom minis can totally change how you experience your favorite games, and if you’re looking to upgrade game night with style and immersion, we got your back.

Loot Studios’ miniatures aren’t just about dragons and heroes. While we’ve built a solid reputation among RPG players, our collections are also packed with possibilities for board gamers who want to add a personal touch to their setups. Think of them less as replacements and more as upgrades — a way to bring more character, detail, and narrative potential to the games you already love.

Board Games That Work Great with 3D Printed Miniatures

Here’s a list of popular board games where 3D printed miniatures can boost immersion, personalization, and overall fun — without replacing the original components.

Zombicide

Zombicide is a fan favorite for anyone who enjoys mowing down hordes of the undead with a ragtag team of survivors. If you’re playing regularly, you know how quickly things can get chaotic on the board. Swapping in minis from our Z Outbreak Survivors bundle can turn that chaos into a visual feast. Use them as extra zombies, new boss types, or even as unique survivors with custom backstories and abilities.

Eldritch Horror

Now, if your taste leans more towards the cosmic horror side of things, there’s Eldrich Horror. It’s one of those games that pulls you into a globe-trotting, sanity-shattering adventure — but it doesn’t come with character miniatures out of the box. That’s where our Arkham Horror bundle comes in. These investigators and nightmarish creatures were made to complement the Lovecraftian tone of games like Eldritch. You can match minis to your favorite characters, or just let the vibe of the models inspire your next play through. 

Oh, haven’t you heard? We have a massive Cthulhu statue — which is also a dice tower, so you can surprise your players while they lose their minds. I think it’s worth it.

Unmatched

Each character in Unmatched comes with its own miniature, but imagine bringing in a mythological hero from one of our bundles, or a cybernetic warrior from a sci-fi set. You’re basically opening the door to infinite “what if?” battles — your own twist on the game’s sandbox-style format. You can choose any of our bundles to enhance your game, I’m pretty sure you’ll find a fit for every expansion.

Mage Knight

The game is already dense, strategic, and incredibly immersive — but if you want to visually distinguish your heroes or monsters, our fantasy miniatures can take that up a notch. Whether you want to bring in a new character from our Arthurian Tales or just give an existing one a fresh look, it’s all about making the experience more yours.

Gloomhaven

Gloomhaven is a massive cooperative dungeon crawler where players take on the role of mercenaries exploring a dark and evolving fantasy world. Loot Studios’ Chaos in Haydale is a good example of a perfect bundle to complement character standees, scenarios or add new enemy types, all without interfering with the game’s mechanics. It’s an ideal match for players who want to boost immersion in a game that already thrives on narrative depth.

Let’s Be Clear

The goal here isn’t to replace what the board game gives you. The tokens, standees, and figures that come with most games do their job — and they’re often designed with gameplay clarity in mind. But when you’ve played a game enough times, or you’re prepping for a special session with friends, adding custom 3D printed miniatures can breathe new life into the experience. It’s a way to increase immersion, tell richer stories, and maybe even surprise your group with something new.

Final Thoughts

So if you’ve ever looked at your favorite board game and thought, “This would be even better with a few more characters,” now you know where to start. Grab your minis, prep your printer, and bring your next game night to life — one 3D printed miniature at a time.

Loot Studios can help you tell your story through highly detailed miniatures. Choose your favorite bundle from our previous releases or sign up for Fantasy or Sci-Fi to receive a new bundle every month. You can also check out some tips at our YouTube Channel.