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Videos built around the sci-fi theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

162 videos

What in the Rick and Morty: Wormageddon Is Going on Here?
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Theme Park Halloween Events

What in the Rick and Morty: Wormageddon Is Going on Here?

Makeup artist and content creator Madeyewlook visits the Rick and Morty Wormageddon pop-up experience at the WNDR Museum in Chicago, a sponsored immersive activation tied to the show's season 6 return. The installation features large-scale set pieces including a massive alien space worm and mech-suited characters powered by green hydrogen. Notably, the pop-up is located in the museum's retail area and does not require a paid museum ticket to access. Multiple locations exist worldwide, each offering unique elements worth exploring independently.

Madeyewlook· 28,690 views
Turning a Home Depot Skeleton into a Star Wars Jawa Animatronic!
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DIY AnimatronicsIntermediateunder $100

Turning a Home Depot Skeleton into a Star Wars Jawa Animatronic!

This step-by-step tutorial walks through converting a stock Home Depot dancing skeleton into a fully themed Star Wars Jawa animatronic for under $100. The build covers rewiring LEDs for glowing yellow eyes, installing a motion-triggered audio player, and crafting screen-inspired EVA foam bandoliers and weathered robes. Aging and texturing techniques using paint, grout, and spray paint give the costume an authentic, worn Tatooine look. The result is a display-ready character prop that blends Halloween animatronics with Star Wars fandom.

VanOaksProps· 26,839 views
Fallout NCR Cosplay Armor - Adding Battle Damage #fallout #falloutcosplay #propmaker
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Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout NCR Cosplay Armor - Adding Battle Damage #fallout #falloutcosplay #propmaker

This video from SKS Props covers the construction of Fallout NCR Ranger chest armor using HD foam, with a focus on adding realistic battle damage and weathering effects. The lightweight foam construction makes the finished piece comfortable to wear and move in. The creator also references a companion 3D-printed helmet and offers free PDF templates on their website for viewers who want to build their own version.

SKS Props· 25,950 views
Building a "FLOATING" Star Wars lightsaber Display
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DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$70

Building a "FLOATING" Star Wars lightsaber Display

VanOaksProps constructs a striking 'floating' lightsaber display unit built around an acrylic tube, a NeoPixel ring, and an Arduino Nano to create a glowing containment-case effect. The build showcases an NSabers Obi-Wan Kenobi replica lightsaber as its centerpiece. The creator also references a free online NeoPixel effect generator to simplify the LED animation coding. The result is a display-quality sci-fi prop piece suitable for collectors and Halloween set designers alike.

VanOaksProps· 23,619 views
INCREDIBLE Mole Miner Fallout Cosplay from Wondercon #cosplay #fallout
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Costume Tutorials

INCREDIBLE Mole Miner Fallout Cosplay from Wondercon #cosplay #fallout

This short-form clip showcases an impressive Mole Miner cosplay from the Fallout video game franchise, spotted at Wondercon. The build appears highly detailed and elaborate, drawing attention on the convention floor. The Haunted Attraction Network highlights it as a standout example of themed character construction with clear crossover appeal for haunters and prop builders.

Haunted Attraction Network· 20,826 views
How to Make Cosplay Shin Armor - Free Templates - Superhero Foam Leg Armor Aliens Colonial Marines
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Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make Cosplay Shin Armor - Free Templates - Superhero Foam Leg Armor Aliens Colonial Marines

SKS Props walks through the full construction of Colonial Marines shin armor from the Aliens franchise using EVA foam and free downloadable PDF templates. The build covers cutting and heat-shaping foam panels, bonding and detailing, sealing with Plasti Dip, painting, weathering, and attaching a functional strap-and-buckle harness. Although the templates are designed for the USCM look, the creator notes they can be adapted for a wide range of superhero or villain costumes. The tutorial is timed to coincide with renewed interest in the franchise sparked by the Alien Romulus release.

SKS Props· 18,283 views
Star Wars Skeleton Crew Gatekeeper Droid Build
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DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

Star Wars Skeleton Crew Gatekeeper Droid Build

VanOaksProps walks through a full scratch build of the Gatekeeper Droid from Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (also seen in Return of the Jedi), using a combination of 3D-printed parts, PVC pipe, and everyday hardware-store materials. The eye dome is a repurposed clear Christmas ornament housing a NeoPixel ring driven by a custom-edited Arduino Nano sketch. Finishing involves layered spray paints and Fuller's Earth weathering to nail the worn, galactic aesthetic. Free templates and code files are linked in the description to help builders replicate the project.

VanOaksProps· 16,571 views
Making Monsters Funny Scene | Jordu and the Alien Incident at Distortions Unlimited
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Other

Making Monsters Funny Scene | Jordu and the Alien Incident at Distortions Unlimited

This short clip captures a humorous behind-the-scenes moment from the Travel Channel reality series Making Monsters, in which Distortions Unlimited founders Ed and Marsha Edmunds ask renowned sculptor Jordu Schell to rework his alien head design to better match the classic Roswell Grey aesthetic. The exchange offers a candid, comedic peek into real client-sculptor dynamics inside a professional prop shop. Distortions Unlimited was creating an alien prop and saucer display commissioned for the Roswell UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico. The clip doubles as a fun glimpse into the Halloween and themed-attraction industry at a professional level.

DistortionsUnlimited· 16,039 views
Customizing the Home Depot Stormtrooper!
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Customizing the Home Depot Stormtrooper!

VanOaksProps walks through a detailed customization of the Home Depot Holiday Stormtrooper animatronic, transforming it into a screen-inspired display piece. The build covers armor weathering with airbrushing, chipping, and paint techniques, then adds authenticity through sourced military surplus accessories inspired by Lucasfilm concept art. A motion-activated MP3 player is wired in to deliver custom audio, elevating the piece from a retail decoration to a gallery-worthy prop. The creator also provides downloadable sound files to help viewers replicate the audio upgrade.

VanOaksProps· 15,801 views
Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor #fallout #falloutcosplay #videogamecosplay
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Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor #fallout #falloutcosplay #videogamecosplay

This tutorial walks through building Fallout-inspired combat chest armor from EVA foam, covering cutting, sanding, and embossing techniques to replicate the look of leather and metal. The creator was motivated by both the beloved game series and the Amazon live-action adaptation. Free PDF templates for the chest piece are available via the creator's website, making the build accessible to a wide range of crafters.

SKS Props· 15,503 views
IKEA HACKING: Star Wars Themed Bookcase | EXTREME Ikea Kallax Flip
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DIY PropsIntermediate

IKEA HACKING: Star Wars Themed Bookcase | EXTREME Ikea Kallax Flip

VanOaksProps transforms a plain IKEA Kallax shelving unit into a Star Wars-themed display case worthy of a serious collector. The build combines 3D-printed greebles (detailed surface components), acrylic panels, and integrated LED lighting to give the piece a high-end, sci-fi aesthetic. Spray primer and grey enamel paint unify the finish, while custom wiring ties the lighting together neatly. The creator shares free 3D greeble files on Thingiverse so viewers can replicate the look.

VanOaksProps· 15,410 views
Building a Gonk Projector Droid | Part 1
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Building a Gonk Projector Droid | Part 1

VanOaks Props kicks off a multi-part build series turning a sponsor-provided Jireno Cube4 portable projector into a functional, movie-playing Gonk droid replica. The creator uses a 3D rendering by James Mason as a visual reference and repurposes off-the-shelf storage bins to form the droid's iconic boxy body. This first episode focuses on the concept and early construction groundwork. The project blends Star Wars fandom with practical outdoor movie-night functionality.

VanOaksProps· 15,192 views
Ep1 - Building a Spaceship in the Garage!
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Set Design

Ep1 - Building a Spaceship in the Garage!

This opening vlog episode follows a family embarking on an ambitious low-budget project to build a sci-fi spaceship interior set inside their garage. The series documents the creative process of independent filmmaking with limited resources and the real-life family dynamics that come along for the ride. While rooted in film production rather than Halloween specifically, the set-building techniques and DIY construction approach carry strong crossover value for haunt designers and prop builders.

Creative Geekery· 14,435 views
DIY Star Wars Data Panel with VIDEO!
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DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Star Wars Data Panel with VIDEO!

VanOaksProps walks through building a Star Wars-inspired data panel as a personal display piece, centered around a 10-inch digital photo frame that plays looping video content. The build layers laser-cut panels, EVA foam details, split loom and drain hose greeblies, and LEDs to achieve an authentic sci-fi control panel aesthetic. Airbrushing and oil paint weathering give the finished piece a battle-worn, screen-accurate look. SVG and 3D files for the panel design are available through the creator's Etsy shop.

VanOaksProps· 14,245 views
FALLOUT Cosplay #fallout #fallout4 #cosplay
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Costume Tutorials

FALLOUT Cosplay #fallout #fallout4 #cosplay

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network showcases a Fallout-themed cosplay, drawing inspiration from the popular post-apocalyptic video game franchise. With no description or runtime to speak of, the content appears to be a quick visual feature or social clip highlighting the costume. Its connection to Halloween lies in the crossover appeal of elaborate video game cosplay within the haunt and costume community.

Haunted Attraction Network· 13,584 views
CFX GREY the Alien Silicone Mask Movement Video
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Prop Reviews

CFX GREY the Alien Silicone Mask Movement Video

CFX Masks showcases their Grey silicone alien mask in a short movement demonstration video, highlighting the realistic skin flex and facial articulation the mask achieves when worn. The mask features a smooth extraterrestrial aesthetic and can be optionally upgraded with glow-in-the-dark veins for added sci-fi atmosphere. It is sized to fit a broad range of adult head circumferences, making it accessible for most wearers.

CFX MASKS· 12,984 views
Building a BD-X Droid from Galaxy's Edge | Part 2
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Building a BD-X Droid from Galaxy's Edge | Part 2

Part 2 of VanOaksProps' BD-X droid build focuses on painting and final assembly of a 3D-printed replica inspired by Galaxy's Edge. The creator walks through a multi-step paint process using MTN 94 spray paints to achieve the droid's signature color scheme, then assembles the printed components using screws, CA glue, and wire loom. The 3D model files are a community-designed work in progress available through MrBaddeley Printed Droids on Patreon. The video is sponsored by JLC3DP, which supplied printed parts for the build.

VanOaksProps· 12,865 views
I gave a mini lightsaber to this JAWA and his reaction is PRICELESS #starwars #lightsaber
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Theme Park Halloween Events

I gave a mini lightsaber to this JAWA and his reaction is PRICELESS #starwars #lightsaber

This short-form clip captures a lighthearted guest interaction with a Jawa costume character, presumably at a Star Wars-themed park or event. A miniature lightsaber is gifted to the character, prompting an entertaining in-character reaction. The moment is presented as a fun, shareable fan experience rather than a tutorial or educational segment.

Haunted Attraction Network· 12,595 views
PROP LAB: Building Star Wars Cargo Crates
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DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

PROP LAB: Building Star Wars Cargo Crates

VanOaksProps builds a pair of Star Wars-themed cargo crates to complement a dedicated prop display case, inspired by a visit to Star Wars Celebration Anaheim. The crates are shaped using an Inventables X-Carve CNC router, then finished with layered spray paints, wax paint, and weathering techniques to achieve a battle-worn, screen-accurate look. Liquid latex and steel wool add tactile texture before the final paint stages, giving the props convincing depth and age.

VanOaksProps· 12,510 views
Home Depot 2024 STORMTROOPER & DARTH VADER ANIMATRONICS LEAKED | Home Depot Halloween 2024
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Prop Reviews

Home Depot 2024 STORMTROOPER & DARTH VADER ANIMATRONICS LEAKED | Home Depot Halloween 2024

GMHaunts covers leaked images of Home Depot's anticipated 2024 Halloween animatronic lineup, spotlighting Stormtrooper and Darth Vader figures. The video draws on community-sourced photos credited to Halloween Decorating Fanatics and Mulderville USA. It offers an early look at what Star Wars-themed Halloween animatronics may hit Home Depot shelves for the 2024 season. This is a news-style preview rather than a hands-on unboxing or build tutorial.

GMHaunts· 12,373 views
Doc Brown's Binoculars from Back to the Future 2 - AnkerMake M5C
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Costume TutorialsBeginner

Doc Brown's Binoculars from Back to the Future 2 - AnkerMake M5C

This sponsored build video follows the creator in reproducing Doc Brown's futuristic binoculars from Back to the Future 2 as a cosplay prop using the AnkerMake M5C 3D printer. The project leans on a purchasable Etsy model file and the printer's streamlined one-click workflow to keep the build accessible to beginners. The video doubles as a hands-on introduction to the AnkerMake M5C, highlighting its ease of setup and high-speed printing capabilities. The finished prop is a screen-accurate-looking replica suitable for BTTF cosplay.

VanOaksProps· 11,545 views
Making a Star Wars Millennium Falcon Lamp Replica | Smuggler’s Run
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a Star Wars Millennium Falcon Lamp Replica | Smuggler’s Run

VanOaksProps builds a screen-accurate replica of the iconic corridor lamp from inside the Millennium Falcon, as seen at Galaxy's Edge Smuggler's Run. The build combines laser-cut MDF and acrylic panels with LED neon strip lighting and a PVC pipe core. A detailed painting and weathering process — including chrome finishes, an oil paint wash, and a satin clear coat — brings the prop to a convincing, battle-worn finish.

VanOaksProps· 11,500 views
Chipped Paint Effect for Props & Costumes | #andor
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DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Chipped Paint Effect for Props & Costumes | #andor

VanOaksProps demonstrates a simple toothpaste-masking method to create a convincing multi-layer chipped paint effect on props and costumes. Using toothpaste as a resist between paint layers, the technique simulates years of wear and repainting without complex tools. The tutorial is demonstrated on a Star Wars E-11 blaster build inspired by Andor and Rogue One. Finishing touches with antique wax deepen the battle-worn look.

VanOaksProps· 11,275 views
I made a HoloProjector Inspired by Andor Season 2!
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DIY PropsIntermediate

I made a HoloProjector Inspired by Andor Season 2!

VanOaksProps builds a DIY HoloProjector inspired by the aesthetic of Andor Season 2, combining 3D printing, laser cutting, and weathering techniques to create a screen-accurate sci-fi prop replica. The video appears to be a showcase or teaser, with the full step-by-step tutorial linked separately. The build incorporates electronics to achieve an authentic holographic display effect. It sits at the intersection of cosplay prop-making and Halloween/haunt set dressing for sci-fi themed spaces.

VanOaksProps· 11,237 views
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