# Anachronistic Video Game Accessories This Duncan Shirah Steampunk Portal Gun is Gorgeously Geeky By Wes Walcott | Published 2012-09-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-portal-gun References: [kotaku](http://kotaku.com/5942889/the-most-beautiful-portal-gun-the-world-has-ever-seen/gallery/1) & [duncanshirah](http://www.duncanshirah.com/) Crafted by sculptor Duncan Shirah, this steampunk portal gun takes a fictional futuristic device and gives it a mechanical makeover. As a certified sculptor, Shirah walks a fine line between art and invention. Many of his creations are a beautiful blend of form and function as he strives to make art that is both aesthetic and useable. Most of his projects take months to complete as he obsessively scrutinizes the details of exactly how he wants to construct them. "Building something from scratch isn't a very straightforward process," says Shirah on his site. " There's lots of trying and failing." The steampunk Portal Gun certainly doesn't look like a failure, as any fan of the game series or steampunk enthusiast will surely assert. The rest of his work stays true to the same creativity and accuracy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Steampunk Gaming Accessories:** The fusion of anachronistic design with modern technology creates opportunities to design accessories for gamers with an appreciation for history and aesthetics. - **Artistic Design of Functional Objects:** The creation of breathtaking and fully functional art pieces presents an opportunity for makers to explore the intersection of practicality and beauty. - **Customized Game Accessories:** The demand for unique and personalized gaming accessories presents an opportunity for designers to create one-of-a-kind pieces for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Accessories:** Designers and makers could create a line of steampunk gaming accessories, from controllers to headsets, based on popular games and franchises. - **Art and Sculpture:** The market for fully functional art pieces that serve a purpose presents an opportunity for artists and sculptors to gain exposure and reach new audiences. - **Custom Product Design:** Designers could offer custom product design services for gamers and enthusiasts who want unique and personalized pieces for their collections and gameplay. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Steampunk Aesthetic Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-espresso-machine.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [Industrial Gaming Controller Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-gamepad.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Vintage Video Game-Inspired Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bethesda-pipboy-3000-replica.md) - [Referential Gaming PC Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-companion-cube.md) - [Realistic Weaponry Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vir-controller.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketman-p1.md)