Bastian Recha, a German former CS:GO commentator and tech reviewer operating under the handle Unskilledcast, has demonstrated a new project called Mausstudio. On October 28, Recha shared a video on X showcasing the software, which allows users to design 3D-printable gaming mouse shells without requiring knowledge of CAD. The tool operates entirely locally and utilizes mathematical algorithms rather than generative AI to function.
The software works by importing an STL 3D file of a mouse PCB, such as the Razer Viper V2 Pro or Zaunkoenig M2K models featured in the demo. Mausstudio automatically identifies critical component locations, including mouse button switches, the sensor, the scroll wheel, and screw holes. Based on these detections, it generates a custom shell that incorporates stems to reach the switches, cutouts for the scroll wheel and side buttons, and base openings for the sensor.
Users can extensively customize the final design by adjusting the mouse's width, length, and height, as well as repositioning the hump. The tool also offers options for weight-reducing cutouts on both the upper and lower shells or a fully enclosed design without them. A notable feature highlighted by Recha is the customizable battery shelf, which allows users to input specific battery dimensions to determine placement and size. Recha emphasized that this addresses a common oversight in custom 3D-printed mice, where battery placement is often an afterthought secured with adhesives.
Since the initial demo, Recha has noted several updates to the software, including the ability to edit detected component assignments, improved control over side buttons, cleaner geometry, and the option to save shell designs for use on different PCBs. While it remains unclear if the current version supports split PCBs like those found in the G Pro X Superlight, future support may be added. Recha has not yet announced a release date or confirmed whether the software will be free or paid.
Sources: Tom's Hardware.