This abstract presents scenarios for the future of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in the mid 2030 years. Initially perceived as a transformative hype, AM's development has closely followed the Gartner Hype Cycle. Various reasons, such as limited material selection and high costs, have hindered its progress despite a growing market. Successful applications exist, particularly in medical technology, aerospace and defence, but companies still face economic and technological challenges. Unrealistic expectations regarding quality and usability persist. Through literature research, expert interviews, and scenario techniques, the previous and future expectations towards a manufacturing technology have been evaluated and four potential future scenarios for AM are identified. These scenarios will be described and presented.