You’ve got the Dropout subscription, you’ve watched every season of Game Changer and Dimension 20, and you’ve laughed your way through Make Some Noise. Now Halloween is coming, and you want to pay homage to your favorite shows without raiding a craft store for stuff that will end up in a landfill by November 1. The solution? Use official Dropout merch as the backbone of your costume. Trust us, those shirts and hoodies are way more versatile than you think.
Dimension 20 Character Costumes
Start with a classic: any black hoodie or long-sleeve tee from the Dimension 20 collection instantly says “I’m a fan.” But to turn it into a specific character, think about layering. For a Fabian Seacaster costume from Fantasy High, throw on a Dropout hoodie (preferably a bright color like gold or purple) and add a toy sword and a paper crown. Pair with swagger and a fake British accent. The shirt does the heavy lifting while you just have fun.
For a Theobald Gumbar costume from A Crown of Candy, grab a white Dropout tee and a red cloak (or a red blanket tied around your neck). Carry a ladle - or a spoon from your kitchen - and speak in a breathy, dramatic tone. Nobody will miss the reference, especially when they see the Dropout logo. Bonus points if you bring a tiny crown for your pet.
If you want a group look, go as the Bad Kids from Fantasy High. Each person wears a different semester-specific Dimension 20 shirt (like “Freshman Year” or “Sophomore Year”) and carries a prop that matches their character’s vibe - a wand for Adaine, a book for Fig, a big sword for Gorgug. It’s easy, recognizable, and you can still breathe while eating candy.
Game Changer Cosplay Ideas
Game Changer is a goldmine for costumes that double as conversation starters. The simplest: wear any Game Changer hoodie and carry a clipboard with “Do or Do Not” written on it. You’re literally a contestant. Add a name tag that says “Brennan” or “Sam” and you’ve got a meta look.
For a more elaborate idea, recreate the “Escape the Greenroom” episode. Wear a plain green tee (bonus if it’s a Dropout green shirt) and attach a small clock or stopwatch to your wrist. Carry a prop key and mutter about puzzles. Your friends will either get it immediately or think you’re really committed to a murder mystery party.
The ultimate Game Changer costume: dress as “Sam Reich with a gun.” Grab a Dropout hoodie (the classic black or gray), slick your hair back, and hold a toy prop gun (with orange tip, obviously). Practice your intense stare and deadpan line: “I’m the host now.” It’s a deep cut that superfans will adore.
Make Some Noise Inspiration
Make Some Noise is all about being extra, so your costume should be too. The easiest: wear a Make Some Noise shirt and carry a megaphone (real or cardboard tube). Bonus if you write “NOISE” on the side. Whenever someone says “boo,” yell random words into the megaphone. It’s annoying and perfect.
Channel Vic Michaelis’s chaotic energy by wearing a colorful Dropout sweatshirt and a pair of oversized sunglasses. Add a sign that says “I’m just here for the bit.” Keep breaking into bizarre characters all night - do a Southern accent for two minutes, then switch to a baby voice. You’re not a person, you’re a sketch.
For a group, go as the “Sound Effects” team: each person wears the same Make Some Noise hoodie but carries a different noisemaker (kazoos, whistles, tambourines). When someone asks what you’re supposed to be, just start making sounds together. No explanation needed.
Very Important People Looks
Very Important People is the newer show on Dropout, but its over-the-top character portraits are prime costume material. The easiest: wear a Very Important People t-shirt and put a gold frame around your face (made from cardboard or a cheap frame from the dollar store). Walk around posing like you’re a Renaissance painting. Deadpan faces only.
For a more specific character, recreate the “Corporate Sellout” look: wear a Dropout blazer (or any blazer) over a Very Important People tee, add a fake name tag that says “Gary - Synergy Officer,” and carry a briefcase full of candy. Keep saying “Let’s circle back on that over a slice of pizza.”
If you’re feeling ambitious, go as the “Bad Art Friend” from that one episode. Wear a beret, smock, and a Dropout shirt underneath. Carry a palette with strange colors and a canvas painted with a single dot. Tell everyone your art is about “the void within.” Pretentiousness is the point.
Accessorizing Your Dropout Costume
Merch alone is great, but accessories elevate you from “person wearing a logo shirt” to “concept.” Think about adds that match the Dropout aesthetic: a cheap crown for any Dimension 20 character, a stopwatch for Game Changer time-related bits, a fake mustache for Make Some Noise impressions.
Don’t forget makeup. A red-and-gold eyeliner look screams Fantasy High. A pale face with dark circles says “I’m a CollegeHumor intern from 2015.” Use props from around your house: a pencil becomes a wand, a ruler becomes a sword, a phone case becomes a shield. The more ridiculous, the better.
Finally, consider a group costume. Have one person be Sam Reich, another be Brennan Lee Mulligan (wear a Dropout shirt and a wig of wild curly hair), and the rest be random contestants from Game Changer. Stand in a line and recreate the “Last One Laughing” format. It’s free, it’s fun, and you get to be the center of attention.
Where to Buy Dropout Merch for Costumes
Head over to the official Dropout store to grab your base pieces. Look for the “Halloween Bundle” if it’s available, or just pick out a shirt or hoodie from your favorite show. The Game Changer collection has plenty of black and white options that work with any costume. The Dimension 20 line has seasonal designs that double as character tees.
Pro tip: order a size up so you can layer over other clothes. A hoodie can become armor. A t-shirt can become a tunic. And if you’re worried about sweating, go for the lightweight tees. They’re breathable and still look crisp after hours of trick-or-treating.
So grab your Dropout merch, raid your closet for odds and ends, and get ready to confuse and delight fellow fans. Happy haunting.
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