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Assuming you're serious.
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Assuming you're serious.
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Since I've been interested in that as well for some time, I've gathered some useful resources I can share.
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Since I've been interested in that as well for some time, I've gathered some useful resources I can share.
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The process I know, in a nutshell, someone more knowledgeable correct me if I'm wrong:
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The process I know, in a nutshell, someone more knowledgeable correct me if I'm wrong:
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Previous threads:
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Previous threads:
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/27788
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/27788
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/24522?page=4&Search=&User=&grorder=&grdesc=False&grpage=1
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/24522?page=4&Search=&User=&grorder=&grdesc=False&grpage=1
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/24859
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https://zero-k.info/Forum/Thread/24859
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Recommended software: [url=https://www.blender.org/]blender[/url]
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Recommended software: [url=https://www.blender.org/]blender[/url]
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Steps with 3D manipulation software (links for blender):
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Steps with 3D manipulation software (links for blender):
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0) Get the s3o format import/export plugin
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0) Get the s3o format import/export plugin
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[url=https://github.com/sanguinariojoe/blender_s3o_import]direct link for plugin[/url]
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[url=https://github.com/sanguinariojoe/blender_s3o_import]direct link for plugin[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Assimp]for curious: plugin assimp spring wiki page[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Assimp]for curious: plugin assimp spring wiki page[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/S3o_using_blender] s3o using blender[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/S3o_using_blender] s3o using blender[/url]
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Installing the plugin is as simple as going into Edit -> Preferences -> Add-ons -> Install... -> browse the python script-plugin, and enable it after installing.
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Installing the plugin is as simple as going into Edit -> Preferences -> Add-ons -> Install... -> browse the python script-plugin, and enable it after installing.
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1) Modelling/Sculpting
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1) Modelling/Sculpting
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Check for tutorials linked below
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Check for tutorials linked below
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2) Adjusting the model so it's low on polygons (~< 300) if you did use some fancy sculpting
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2) Adjusting the model so it's low on polygons (~< 300) if you did use some fancy sculpting
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3) UV mapping (can skip at first)
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3) UV mapping (can skip at first)
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Check for tutorials linked below
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Check for tutorials linked below
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4) Texturing (can skip at first)
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4) Texturing (can skip at first)
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Check for tutorials linked below
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Check for tutorials linked below
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5) Exporting model data to s3o format - using the plugin in 0)
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5) Exporting model data to s3o format - using the plugin in 0)
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After enabling the plugin File -> Export -> .s3o will appear.
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After enabling the plugin File -> Export -> .s3o will appear.
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Resources:
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Resources:
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[url=https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa1F2ddGya_-UvuAqHAksYnB0qL9yWDO6]blender introductions and basic tutorials[/url]
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[url=https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa1F2ddGya_-UvuAqHAksYnB0qL9yWDO6]blender introductions and basic tutorials[/url]
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[url=https://stylizedstation.com/article/blender-tutorial-bible/]list of good quality tutorials for various stuff, more advanced[/url]
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[url=https://stylizedstation.com/article/blender-tutorial-bible/]list of good quality tutorials for various stuff, more advanced[/url]
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Some free textures/materials samples:
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Some free textures/materials samples:
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https://3dtextures.me/
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https://3dtextures.me/
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https://texturehaven.com/
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https://texturehaven.com/
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https://www.textures.com/
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https://www.textures.com/
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https://cc0textures.com/list.php
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https://cc0textures.com/list.php
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https://www.poliigon.com/
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https://www.poliigon.com/
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https://www.blenderkit.com/asset-gallery?query=category_subtree:material%20order:-created
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https://www.blenderkit.com/asset-gallery?query=category_subtree:material%20order:-created
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Further in spring game files:
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Further in spring game files:
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0) Getting your game copy to modding condition for experimenting
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0) Getting your game copy to modding condition for experimenting
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http://zero-k.info/mediawiki/index.php?title=Mod_Creation
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http://zero-k.info/mediawiki/index.php?title=Mod_Creation
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5) Adding unit game files of the unit using the model. Defining the unit game parameters, collision volumes etc in unitdef files
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5) Adding unit game files of the unit using the model. Defining the unit game parameters, collision volumes etc in unitdef files
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Check for examples [i]game_folder/units/any_unit.lua[/i]
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Check for examples [i]game_folder/units/any_unit.lua[/i]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Gamedev:UnitDefs]reference[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Gamedev:UnitDefs]reference[/url]
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6) Describing the model with model parts, manual animating the actions of the unit in script file (the biggest pain in the ass)
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6) Describing the model with model parts, manual animating the actions of the unit in script file (the biggest pain in the ass)
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Check for examples [i]game_folder/scripts/any_unit.lua[/i]
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Check for examples [i]game_folder/scripts/any_unit.lua[/i]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Animation-LuaScripting]reference[/url]
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[url=https://springrts.com/wiki/Animation-LuaScripting]reference[/url]
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In the link it's also mentioned the Anarchid's blendertools to export blender animation in some limited capabilities to the spring script.
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In the link it's also mentioned the Anarchid's blendertools to export blender animation in some limited capabilities to the spring script.
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?) Assuming some extra steps to put unit's textures in the right place - worry about later if you get that far.
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?) Assuming some extra steps to put unit's textures in the right place - worry about later if you get that far.
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Zero-k independent, useful all in one tutorial with different software:
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Zero-k independent, useful all in one tutorial with different software:
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General guide: https://springrts.com/wiki/The_Complete_Guide_To_Making_A_Spring_Game#Making_a_3D_Model
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General guide: https://springrts.com/wiki/The_Complete_Guide_To_Making_A_Spring_Game#Making_a_3D_Model
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Basic guide: https://springrts.com/wiki/Basic_s3o_unit_making_guide
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Basic guide: https://springrts.com/wiki/Basic_s3o_unit_making_guide
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If you're serious about it, I wish you steel resolve and determination, you'll need it :)
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If you're serious about it, I wish you steel resolve and determination, you'll need it :)
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Also:
share
any
results
if
you
start
the
work,
even
miniscule.
That
helps
getting
motivated.
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Also:
share
any
results
if
you
start
the
work,
even
miniscule.
That
helps
staying
motivated.
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lazy how to make a model