Intro to Normal Map Modeling for Games
Duration:01:00:00
Actual Duration:1h 0m
Release date:2019
Skill level:Beginner
Language:English
Exercise files:Yes
Course URL:https://cgcookie.com/course/intro-to-normal-map-modeling-for-games
Should you model for quality or performance? The answer is a balance of both! Normal mapping is a texturing technique that allows us to fake high resolution details on a low poly mesh. In this course, learn the modeling techniques that are necessary to bake high quality normals.
00_Introduction
Lesson_00 – Intro to Normal Map Modeling for Games
Lesson_01 – Height Maps Vs. Normal Maps
01_High Poly Modeling
Lesson_00 – High Poly Detailing
Lesson_01 – High Poly Topology & Shading
02_Low Poly Modeling
Lesson_00 – Choosing Modeled or Textured Detail
Lesson_01 – Sharp Edges & UV Seams
Lesson_02 – Triangles & Reducing Poly Count
03_Baking Normals
Lesson_00 – Baking with Cycles
Lesson_01 – Using Cage Objects
Lesson_02 – Baking with Blender Render
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