# Killer eBay Auctions The $16K+ Gamer Case Mod By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-10-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-gamer-case-mod-16000-ps3-design-kills-on-ebay-auction References: [cgi.ebay](http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130263869818) PS3 fans are going nuts over on [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-swoosh). The impossibly fantastic ‘Metal Gear Solid’ is signed by the designer [Hideo Kojima](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideo-kojima). The ‘Metal Gear Solid’ for [Playstation 3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megalodon-hitbox) was done at Morpheon Mods. The whole PS3 and controller are in digital camo with nine coats of auto clearcoat sealer. The marquee is stainless steel laser-cut with a super finish. The logo is lighted with LEDs, so even in pitch black the player is the center of attention. Bidding was at $16,000 with four days left! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gamification of Collectibles:** The trend of making unique, personalized items and collectibles with a gamified twist is increasing. - **Limited-edition Customizations:** Personalized limited-edition customizations for high-demand gaming gear are becoming popular. - **Celebrity Signatures on Gaming Consoles:** The trend of adding a celebrity signature to gaming consoles, creating unique items for collectors, is picking up. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Accessories Industry:** The gaming industry can take advantage of consumers' desire for one-of-a-kind customized gaming gear, enabling a market for exclusive limited-edition items. - **Online Auction Industry:** Online auction platforms like eBay can benefit from the increasing popularity of unique, gamified items or personalized limited-edition products. - **Gamified Collectibles Industry:** The trend of gamified, personalized limited-edition collectibles can contribute to the growth of the collectibles industry, attracting consumers with unique products that enhance their game experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom Anime-Themed Gaming Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaiju-no-8-pc.md) - [Copper-Based Fanless PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sg10-copper-edition.md) - [Organized Gaming Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bauhutte.md) - [Console Cooling Modifications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monoblock.md) - [Console-Collectible Toy Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-x-berbrick.md) - [Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kojima-productions-x-higround-collection.md) - [Retro-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro95.md) - [Wire Suspension PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evga-e1.md) - [Alien-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aftershock-pc-case.md)