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3 Dimensional Chat / anyone know of a good map modeler?

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Metel Artz
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Posted: 27th May 2005 10:51
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i need i good map modeling program thats easy to use and east to get the hang of. i tryed milkshape. and i have tryed ALL of the model programs on tgc (this site) and there not to easy and what im trying to make is kind of a ruined type place but sort of a desert but with detail. thanks in advance

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Zone Chicken
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Posted: 27th May 2005 11:09
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Trying probably isn't going to be enough, you have to learn the tools. Modeling programs have to be somewhat complex to allow people to create a endless diversity of objects or sceens.

If they where easier to use then the user would lose control over the modeling. The best thing to do is pick a modeler that you wish to learn and read tutorials (be it payed or free internet ones), help files, and most of all practice.

If your looking to make just landscapes or terrains geoscape3d is pretty decent for the price.

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JeroenNL
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Posted: 27th May 2005 18:57
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Try DeleD - 3D modelling program designed for map making.

Use the free 3D modeller DeleD to get skilled in 3d editing! Visit http://www.delgine.com for more info.
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Posted: 27th May 2005 23:57
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Nothing is hands down easy when it comes to computers. You have to take the time to actually learn it and put in the effort. Ive been using MS3D for well over 2 years and Im still learning it. It takes time and effort to get good at something, seems like your not putting forth enough of either.


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TEH_CODERER
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Posted: 28th May 2005 04:11
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Quill3D from Idigicon.

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Megaton Cat
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Posted: 28th May 2005 04:54
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Cart Shop?

It's great for making mesh. For lightmapping you'd best go with Gile[s] because Cshop won't take you anywhere.

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Seppuku Arts
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Posted: 28th May 2005 08:00
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plus giles is £10 cheaper

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Metel Artz
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Posted: 28th May 2005 09:31
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well thanks again for the help. i think ill go with milkshape cause someone said i could make .avi movies with and i need that

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Megaton Cat
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Posted: 29th May 2005 08:33
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Milkshape is a bad choice if your looking to make an indoor game map.

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Metel Artz
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Posted: 29th May 2005 10:36
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well i tryed milk shape and i cant see how you would even make a map but if any one know of a good OUTDOOR map modeling program please say so here

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Megaton Cat
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Posted: 29th May 2005 23:28
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A.L.E or Multiscape

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Raven
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Posted: 29th May 2005 23:32
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I prefer to use GTKRadiant, then import the .MAP into Maya for editing it up before exporting as .X

but you could just compile as a popular BSP use it in DBP directly.
for indoor maps it's speed is awesome.

for external maps you can do what Unreal does, and switch between BSP and Static Objects.

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Mr Underhill
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Posted: 29th May 2005 23:58
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Quote: "i tryed milk shape and i cant see how you would even make a map"


Its alot easier than you'd think. For indoor maps, just make a normal object and reverse the verts. Instant room!

Outdoor maps are a bit trickier. Start with the Height Map Generator in Tools and work from there.

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Megaton Cat
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Quote: "Its alot easier than you'd think. For indoor maps, just make a normal object and reverse the verts. Instant room!"


I'm pretty sure he meant "I cant see how you would make a decent map".

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