In a quirky twist to the AI art craze, ChatGPT’s latest image generation feature has gone viral again — this time for turning people into 3D action figures, complete with toy box packaging and accessories. Just weeks after Studio Ghibli-style portraits took over social media, the new action figure prompt is now storming the internet.
The concept is simple yet wildly entertaining. Users upload a photo of themselves and prompt ChatGPT with something like: “Create a picture of me as a 3D action figure toy, in transparent plastic blister packaging.” From there, users can customize everything — from accessories (like cameras or books) to the toy’s name and tagline on the box.
Photographers, influencers, and creators have been quick to hop on the trend. Instagram is now filled with AI-generated images of users transformed into superhero-style dolls, posed inside premium collectible boxes with props and tools that reflect their personality or profession.
To create your own figure, the prompt is straightforward:
Those using the free version of ChatGPT may be limited to three generations a day, but the results are worth it — capturing a personalized twist on childhood nostalgia and pop culture collectibles.
This comes hot on the heels of the Ghibli AI art trend, which stirred controversy with some critics calling it disrespectful to the original creators. Still, the action figure trend marks another leap in how AI is being used for fun and self-expression.
Whether you’re a content creator or just looking for a playful new profile picture, your AI action figure could be just a few prompts away.