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INDIE GAME MAKER

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Create characters and environments in 3D

Using your concept art, create 3D models with game development software like Maya LT. Then, paint your models to give them a distinct look. Finally, animate your game characters to bring them to life.

3D modeling is part of the indie game creator process

3D modeling
Create 3D models for every character, environment, and item in your game, based on your concept art.

Creating textures and materials is an essential part of indie game development

Texture and materials
Add colors, textures, and lighting to your 3D models to give them a unique look.

Rigging is an integral part of the indie game creation

Rigging
Build a control structure for items that need movement, like characters, so animators can bring them to life in the game.

Animation is a crucial part of indie gaming

Animation
Add movement to characters and objects to give them life and make your game more fun to play.

Create video

Create video

The create phase picks up where the design phase left off. Start by watching a few introductory videos for Maya LT, then jump into creating your character based on the concept art you made. The main tool for this phase is a 3D animation tool like Maya LT.

Creating characters

  • Modeling

    What does it take to make great game characters? Tips on how to think like a character modeler.

  • Character rigging

    Learn what it means to make a character rig, and how to get it right.

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Model and animate in 3D with Maya LT

Once you’ve designed your game, it’s time to build it in 3D. Maya LT is a 3D tool that lets you build your characters and environments in 3D and then animate them to bring them to life.

Add definition to your 3d models with Mudbox

Importing 3D models into Mudbox is only a click away. Enhance your characters and environments by creating and modifying 3D geometry with easy-to-use sculpting and painting tools that make texturing a breeze.

Creation tutorials

  • Maya LT 101: Creating a project

    Learn how to create and switch between projects in Maya LT.

  • Maya LT 101: The user interface

    Learn menus, shelves, and other parts of the Maya LT UI.

  • Maya LT 101: Viewport navigation

    Learn how to rotate your view, pan back-and-forth, and zoom in on your scene in Maya LT.

  • Maya LT 101: Transformation tools

    Learn how to make changes to your 3D model using the transformation tools in Maya LT.

  • Maya LT Advanced Training: Character Modeling Part 1

    Learn how to import your character model sheet and get started modeling your character.

  • Maya LT Advanced Training: Character Modeling Part 2

    Create a rough model using blocking techniques to create the beginnings of your character’s body.

  • Maya LT Advanced Training: Character Modeling Part 3

    Use the same techniques to create the head of your character on top of the body.

  • Maya LT Advanced Training: Character Modeling Part 4

    Continue to add detail to the character model using the quad draw and sculpt tools.

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