CyberBrick works with both official and community toy designs. 3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has launched a new toy system called CyberBrick under its MakerWorld brand, which pairs reusable and programmable electronics components with 3D-printable models to enable a range of possible toys b ased on both official and community designs. CyberBrick is initially only available through Kickstarter, but has already surpassed its funding goal, and the first kits are expected to reach backers in May 2025. CyberBrick is launching with three official toys: a forklift, a truck, and a “soccer bot,” plus a wireless controller that works with them all. The initial kits include solderless electronic modules and wireless components, along with instructions on how to 3D print more parts and assemble the official designs, starting at $29.99. The Kickstarter campaign also includes the option to buy kits that include pre-printed parts, though Bambu warns that once sales move to its regular Maker’s Supply storefront, those pre-printed kits will no longer be available. The real appeal of CyberBrick lies beyond the three official toys, however. Bambu has already shown off the start of what it hopes will be a range of community designs that use its electronic components, which so far include a lunar rover, a walking table, a replica Tesla Cybertruck, and more. The tech extends beyond toys too, with Bambu also selling components for a kit that helps you capture timelapse footage of 3D printing. Everything is programmable, too. This isn’t Bambu Lab’s first foray into 3D-printable tech. It already uses the same MakerWorld brand to sell the components needed to 3D print a range of other toys and simple gadgets, from mice to smart lights, but this is the first time it’s brought its offering together into a cohesive ecosystem. CyberBrick’s designs aren’t restricted to Bambu Lab’s own 3D printers, which will be a relief to anyone still aggrieved by the company’s recent decision to use an authentication tool to restrict access to its printers, limiting users’ ability to remotely print using third-party tools. ...read more read less