Blockbench is a modern model editor for low-poly and boxy models with pixel art textures. Models can be exported into standardized formats, to be shared, rendered, 3D-printed, or used in game engines. There are also multiple dedicated formats for Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition with format-specific features.
Blockbench features a modern and intuitive UI, plugin support and innovative features. It is billed as the industry standard for creating custom 3D models for the Minecraft Marketplace.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Low-poly modeling – use cuboids to get that Minecraft aesthetic, or create complex low-poly shapes using the mesh modeling tools.
- Texturing – Create, edit and paint texture right inside the program. Create or import palettes, paint, or draw shapes. Blockbench can automatically create a UV map and template for your model so that you can start painting right away. You can paint directly on the model in 3D space, use the 2D texture editor, or connect your favorite external image editor or pixel art software.
- Animations – comes with a powerful animation editor. Rig your model, then use position, rotation and scale keyframes to bring it to life. Use the graph editor to fine-tune your creation.
- Plugins – customize Blockbench with the built-in plugin store. Plugins extend the functionality of Blockbench. They add new tools, support for new export formats, or model generators. You can also create your own plugin to extend Blockbench or to support your own format.
Website: www.blockbench.net
Support: GitHub Code Repository
Developer: Jannis Petersen
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
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Related Software
| Modelers | |
|---|---|
| Blender | Very fast and versatile 3D modeler/renderer |
| Blockbench | Low poly 3D model editor |
| Bforartists | Complete 3D suite to create 3D content |
| Wings 3D | Advanced subdivision modeler that is both powerful and easy to use |
| MakeHuman | Character creation suite using 3D morphing technology |
| Gmsh | Automatic three-dimensional finite element mesh generator |
| Dust3D | Create low poly 3D models for video games, 3D printing, and more |
| Art of Illusion | 3D-modeler, renderer and raytracer |
| CharMorph | Character creation tool for Blender |
| Maverick Model 3D | Triangle-based 3D model editor |
| K-3D | 3D modeling and animation system |
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