3D models on the web

[wondersonic Profile]

When developing shmups with, say unity3D, it is very interesting to find ready to use 3D models.

The following websites are known to hosts interesting models:

• blender swap (100MB downloadable every week)
• sketchup 3D warehouse (including the OBJ exporter)
• the 3D studio (lookout checkbox for free models)

Search for:

• shuttle
• spaceship
• space
• ...

Examples:

On blender swap:


On sketchup:


On the 3D studio:

[monoRAIL]

http://www.turbosquid.com is a great site for high quality 3D models.

They also have free stuff (here are some free space ships you could use for a shmup) but they're particularly good for high-quality models. Very useful if you are pressed for time and have enough budget to buy a model but not to hire an artist.


This pack of low-polygon space-ships is $65. Pretty good when you consider how long it would take to model and texture them, much cheaper than hiring an artist.


This one's completely free!

[wondersonic Profile]

Others (special thanks to BJS3D for his free models):

• Max Realms (Space/Sci-fi)
• Sci-Fi 3D
• Scifi-Meshes

Examples:

On Max Realms, a BJS3D model:


On Sci-Fi 3D:


On Scifi-Meshes:

[wondersonic Profile]

Of course, don't be surprised if you find such models in my games

[COOLPONY Profile]

I'd like to add this 3d scans to the list of free 3d models.

[CGTrader Profile]

Hi guys,

Just wanted to let you know that CGTrader’s birthday sale is on May 22-29 with over 250,000 3D models (for games, VR, architecture and 3D printing) going on sale for up to 50% off. 3D artists are giving discounts to celebrate the 7th birthday of the marketplace that has the fairest conditions for designers worldwide.

Here’s a link to the sale page - https://www.cgtrader.com/sale