USMC Sniper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 I use a couple programs: O2: sometimes I just feel like it, plus I'm used to working in it now. 3DS Max: for more complex things, such as detailed sniper rifles and such. Milkshape 3D: for the very low-poly things, such as MAC10's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SKULLS_Viper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 I dont model very much, if ever, but i just use the free Gmax modeling program. And also, isnt 3DS Max, like $3000? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USMC Sniper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (SKULLS_Viper @ Jan. 22 2003,02:33)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">I dont model very much, if ever, but i just use the free Gmax modeling program. And also, isnt 3DS Max, like $3000?<span id='postcolor'> Ya but my dad is an engineer and he needs to have it at home so he can make some models of whatever he makes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SKULLS_Viper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 Ah. But also, is that 3d modeling program really that much?Its a bit pricey, just to make models, when you can download Gmax for free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FSPilot 0 Posted January 22, 2003 I'm too impatient to work with those programs. I tried designing my own plane with x-plane once. It didn't work out well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balschoiw 0 Posted January 22, 2003 Maya 4.5 from Alias wavefront Milkshape for converting and Interchange 3D for the file format changes. We have this programs at work otherwise they would ruin my bank account They are used for tactical maps and rendered situations and simulated flightpaths and for translating Sat images into 3D scenarios. I have not much of knowledge with Maya as it is the most complex and powerful 3D program these days but I try to convince my boss to hand me a licenced copy for home useage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SKULLS_Viper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 Also, doesnt 3DS Max have a thing that you have to plug into your printer port, in order to run it?I heard about that thing.It just keeps people from using it on more then one computer. But for $3000, i'd just buy a brand new computer.All though, if your a game developer, it might pay for its self, if your game is a hot selling game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Llauma 0 Posted January 22, 2003 02... It's pretty easy to work with when you get used to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eh remraf 0 Posted January 22, 2003 I use a combo of Maya 4.5, 3D Studio Max 4, and Lightwave 7.5 (All of which are legal copies). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USMC Sniper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 Does anyone know if there is a difference between the files generated by 3DS Max 3 and 3DS Max 4? I have the 3rd version at home and I can't seem to open files that were probably made in 3DS Max 4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Renagade 0 Posted January 22, 2003 u mean they don`t have free copies of 3ds max on the net I`ve got demo versions of modelling programs and some full ones like gmax lying about. Gmax doesn`t do any of the rendering stuff that 3ds max does but i think u could buy a plugin for gmax to extend its capabilities Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
second_draw 0 Posted January 22, 2003 free version of Gmax only Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joltan 0 Posted January 22, 2003 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (Balschoiw @ Jan. 22 2003,03:20)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Maya 4.5 from Alias wavefront Milkshape for converting and Interchange 3D for the file format changes. We have this programs at work otherwise they would ruin my bank account They are used for tactical maps and rendered situations and simulated flightpaths and for translating Sat images into 3D scenarios. I have not much of knowledge with Maya as it is the most complex and powerful 3D program these days but I try to convince my boss to hand me a licenced copy for home useage <span id='postcolor'> Just wondering: wouldn't it be more practical/better to use a specialized software like ERDAS Imagine, ER Mapper or at least a GIS with raster capabilities? I mean you can do the whole preprocessing with these packages and you have much better analytical capabilities. If you're going to ruin your bank account, do it the right way! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhoCares 0 Posted January 22, 2003 I once won 3DS MAX in an open contest. Didn't even open the box but sold it for 2/3 of its original price and was drunk for the rest of the week And indeed the rest of the money went in a new PC, as I wouldn't have been able to run it on my old maschine (P1 133MHz) anyway. I don't have the patience for this artistic stuff... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FW200 0 Posted January 22, 2003 Objektiv 2 Light , O2L , Oxygen Light << one and the same i use it for everything.. even for other games just save it as a P3d and open it with p3d2obj and voila.. you have a .obj of your model Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SFG 1 Posted January 22, 2003 Lightwave, and i love it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USMC Sniper 0 Posted January 22, 2003 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (WhoCares @ Jan. 22 2003,17:51)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">I once won 3DS MAX in an open contest.  Didn't even open the box but sold it for 2/3 of its original price and was drunk for the rest of the week  And indeed the rest of the money went in a new PC, as I wouldn't have been able to run it on my old maschine (P1 133MHz) anyway. I don't have the patience for this artistic stuff...<span id='postcolor'> I'm not patient but it's extremely satisfying to make a wicked new thing for a game, trust me if you start with modelling, programming, the likes, you'll be hooked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bn880 5 Posted January 22, 2003 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (USMC Sniper @ Jan. 21 2003,22:44)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Does anyone know if there is a difference between the files generated by 3DS Max 3 and 3DS Max 4? I have the 3rd version at home and I can't seem to open files that were probably made in 3DS Max 4.<span id='postcolor'> As usual, I doubt 3DS Max 4 files are made to be forward compatible with 3DS Max 3 software (or that 3DS Max 3 is forward compatible). However 3DS Max 4 is surely backward compatible and can open or import 3DS Max 3 files. Hope this helps a little. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nolips71 0 Posted January 22, 2003 ffs if you want 3ds max go to kazaa. (i didnt say that) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest BratZ Posted January 22, 2003 I just started 3d modeling,basically just for OFP use.Been a bodyman for 17 years and I would much rather do this! I am hooked after only like 2 months ( I played with buildings and large objects for a bit...bigger is not always better ,lol) I am currently finishing up texturing a WW2 warplane the Curtiss SB2C Helldiver and I have done it all with O2 and Paintshop Pro.And makepbo of course.Helldiver is ingame and has some new innovations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiNs_Da_Smoka 0 Posted January 23, 2003 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">I have not much of knowledge with Maya as it is the most complex and powerful 3D program these days<span id='postcolor'> Powerful, very, complex, possibly. Best? Nah. That lays upon opinion and preference. I've seen PLENTY of things made in Lightwave that surely are just as good and/or better then things made in Maya. Like i said, its preference. </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">I use a combo of Maya 4.5, 3D Studio Max 4, and Lightwave 7.5<span id='postcolor'> Odd, i see NO reason why this would be needed to be done. You got any reason why you do this? I mean, i'm sure there are things that are done in Maya and not in LW, and vice versa. But there are ways around it and plugins which can perform the actions with alot less hassle. If you guys haven't noticed, i'm a faithful Lightwave user. I have not used Maya, or 3DSM, but i have no need to even try either of them. Lightwave makes me tingly inside. Lightwave has been used in just as many movies and tv shows and whatnot then Maya and 3DSM (although, admitedly, 3DSM and Maya are used more on video games, but the list that LW has is not a small or shabby one) Lightwave is VERY user friendly, easy to use, and has the most resources (tuts free plugins) out there that i have seen anywhere. I love it. *gives LW a kiss* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
