Best of 3D — November 2024

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    Avatar of pyimagesearchPyImageSearch·1y

    Create a 3D Object from Your Images with TripoSR in Python

    Learn how to create a 3D object from a single image using TripoSR, a state-of-the-art model for fast-feedforward 3D reconstruction. This guide walks through setting up the environment, uploading and preparing the image, initializing and running the TripoSR model, and generating and exporting the 3D model. The tutorial highlights the speed and accuracy of TripoSR, processing inputs in less than 0.5 seconds on an NVIDIA A100 GPU, and its application across various fields such as e-commerce, game development, and virtual reality.

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    Avatar of twoninutepapersTwo Minute Papers·2y

    Blender 4.3 Is Here - How Is All This Free?!

    Blender 4.3 is packed with impressive new features, all available for free. The update introduces volumetric ray tracing, enhancing realistic simulations for fog, haze, and smoke. Improvements also include a more accurate metal node system, light linking for selective lighting adjustments, and enhanced geometry nodes for creating dynamic animations. Additionally, the user interface and video editor have seen significant upgrades. These advancements make Blender an even more powerful tool for artists and creators.

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    Avatar of wawasenseiWawa Sensei·1y

    Three.js 101: How to Build 3D Websites (Ep 1 - Introduction) #threejs

    Explore the basics of creating stunning 3D websites using Three.js, a powerful library that allows you to render 3D objects, animate models, and add lights, shadows, and particles to your projects.

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    Avatar of game_developersGame Developers·2y

    I'm currently developing a game and don't know whether I should develop it in unity or godot

    World of Thoughts, a mystical game set in a world shaped by the emotions and thoughts of its inhabitants, involves collecting luminous fragments reflecting the emotional spectrum. It features a 3D low poly style and combines puzzle-solving with environmental exploration. The developer is uncertain whether to use Unity or Godot for its creation.

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    Avatar of gamefromscratchGamefromscratch·1y

    Shapelab - A Shockingly Good Sculpting Application

    Shapelab is a surprisingly user-friendly and efficient sculpting application comparable to ZBrush and Blender. It offers both VR and desktop modes, making sculpting straightforward even with just a mouse. The tool can export models in various formats such as OBJ, STL, GLB, and FBX and can generate game-ready textures automatically. Currently available through a Humble Bundle, the software includes a 2024 perpetual license with updates until the end of the year, plus a 50% discount for the 2025 version.

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    Avatar of godotdevelopersGodot Developers·2y

    🎉 Just launched the Ultimate Melee Weapons Pack!

    The Ultimate Melee Weapons Pack has launched, featuring 18 weapons across six tiers: Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary, Unique, and Mythic. Each tier includes three distinct weapons suitable for various playstyles, such as swords, axes, and hammers. The pack is available in GLB, FBX, and Blender formats and is free to download, with a special bundle for contributors. Downloads support the creator's game RIPT.

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    Avatar of godotdevelopersGodot Developers·1y

    Free Assets: Low poly 3D animated Vampire

    A newly finished low-poly vampire 3D model is now available for download. The model is fully rigged, comes with 18 different animations, and is perfect for game developers, animators, or anyone looking to add gothic elements to their projects. It's designed with optimized topology and stylized textures, making it game-ready for Halloween or fantasy settings. Feedback and ideas for future models are welcome.

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