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Valve to allow fans to sell merchandise

For a small cut, of course.

In a press release by Shapeways, the 3D printing company announced a partnership with video game behemoth Valve. This partnership will allow fans of Valve games to design and sell 3D-printed merchandise, with royalty payments fully managed by Shapeways.

This is a first in the industry, but is likely to increase gamers’ happiness with Valve further. The license applies to all Valve IP, and requires a royalty payment of 10% of the retail price of the object.

For more information, see Shapeways’ information page.