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I've just started in this 3d gaming experience. I just purchased X-Quad, I was told this is a simple program to use. (I got DBasic Professional because i heard it expands X-Quad's capabilities).
I've loads of .3DS models so I'm thinking of getting Action3d Reducer. What is the best option for re-texturing these "reduced" models, is it UVmapper or is there a better option out there?

Because I already have X-Quad then I shouldn't need 3d-map editor, is that correct? or will 3d-map editor make my life easier.

If there's any other plugins/options I should get please advise. I'm thinking of building a simple racing game.

Any recommended books or tutorials (I'm currently waiting on "A beginners guide to Dark Basic")
Thanks

http://forum.thegamecreators.com/?m=forum_view&t=115633&b=7

Take a look at those.