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TL;DR What: Halloween 3D Print Challenge – design, print & share spooky, fun, or magical creations When: Oct 7 – Nov 5, 2025 (winners announced Nov 10) Prizes: $1,800 total (1st place $600, Community Favorite $200, and more) How to enter: Upload your original 3D printable model + at least one photo of your make, tag it with halloween-challenge Judging: Based on creativity, printability, and the quality of the printed make -- Design Challenges are...

As the CGTrader catalog grows, so does the need for smarter search – our latest update brings just that with Advanced Search Syntax. Whether you're a buyer looking for something specific or a designer wanting to understand how your models can be discovered more efficiently, this feature is designed to save time and sharpen results. Keep reading to see how to use Advanced Search Syntax to make the most of the CGTrader catalog. TL;DR: New...

At CGTrader, we continuously optimize and refine our marketplace to meet the evolving needs of both buyers and sellers. Over the past period, multiple teams were dedicated to working on the 3D print vertical with the goal to make it a more streamlined, intuitive and higher ROI yielding experience. We're excited to start releasing these updates, beginning with one that's impacting all parties - a huge rebalancing of our 3D print category tree to improve...

Need something new to print? We've scrolled so you don't have to! Our team rounded up the top 10 of the latest 3D print-ready models from the new releases—best of the best, great design, and definitely worth a look. Practical to playful, or just plain awesome, we've got you covered. Take a look and find your next favorite print! 1. Planet Lamp -- Earth -- 3D Print Ready Night Light This Earth lamp that can...

Looking for some new 3D models to kick your next project into high gear? Regardless of whether you're a game developer, designer, or 3D printing enthusiast, CGTrader is always stocked with new 3D models by some of the world's top creators. We've rounded up 10 of the latest and coolest additions—from stunning characters to realistic props and architecture. If you're searching for something unique and ready for use, in this selection you will find it....

We know how vital it is to find the perfect 3D model without wasting time. That's why we've introduced new features that make searching, previewing, and staying updated easy and convenient. Whether you want to track new models with ease, see designs in action before purchasing, or keep up with your favorite creators, we've got you covered. These updates put more control in your hands, making it easier than ever to find just the right...

CGTrader is thrilled to introduce Hyperwallet, a leading payment solution by PayPal, to our sellers' community. This upgrade is designed to streamline your payment process, reducing fees, speeding up transactions, and offering you greater control over your funds. We're eager to enhance your experience with these advancements. As we transition to this payment method, please be aware that previous payout options will be phased out in January 2024. This transition will happen in batches for...

Greetings CGTrader community, We are excited to introduce you to our latest innovation, CGDream - an application that produces unique 2D images by combining the power of Generative AI and 3D models. Unlike traditional generative AI applications that tend to generate different images every time, CGDream offers unmatched control over image composition by using 3D models to guide the design. This enables users to define the composition of the image, precisely execute their artistic vision...

We are excited to announce an improvement to our 3D model search capabilities, aiming to make your search faster and more precise for models that closely resemble the ones that pique your interest. Introducing the Similar Models search function that is powered by AI, and more specifically by the CLIP model, a function that is designed to help you find 3D models that bear a similarity to the ones you’ve liked. A more rewarding search...

We are excited to announce that our 3D model search algorithm has been AI-enhanced with the goal to make it easier and faster for you to find exactly what you are looking for - introducing AI-Powered Long Phrase Search. From now on you will be able to get more accurate and relevant results by describing the 3D model you are interested in. A more accurate and faster way to find 3D models At CGTrader we...