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This asset pack contains 12 high-quality doorbells, each available in two configurations: a single combined mesh and a separated version with button and base/housing as distinct parts. Every doorbell includes two texture variants – clean and dirty – to match a wide range of environments and use cases. Designed for games (FPS, horror, etc.), architectural visualization, and other interactive experiences. Example interaction blueprint included.

It took way more time than I anticipated (overall over 100h of work so far, around half on modelling/texturing the other half on UE side and publishing). But it was also super fun project to work on.

A few random notes:

Before tackling that project, I would never suspect that making such simple objects would be fun

Geometry is relatively simple, the most effort was in texturing

I used Blender 4.2 for the first time in production. I had quite a few issues with it. Most related to the new autosmooth behavior. I think I got the hang of it now though, but I still spent more time on this part vs what was before. Also, somehow usdc/z export was crashing Blender in 4.2 for me, so for that I used 4.4.

Other tools I used: Marmoset Toolbag 4 (still haven’t upgraded to 5) and Substance Painter 2024.

The Unreal Engine version on Fab supports 4.27+, but most renders are from 5.4 and 5.5. At one point when I was working on this pack I did a comparison of renders with the same camera setup between UE4 and UE5. I was actually surprised how better the UE5 renders are. Not only they did reflect better lighting parameters (like temperature), but also were just crisper/more clear.

At one point I needed tillable concrete material for wall. I made one in SP, which is not the standard way of doing those, but I’m quite satisfied with the result. The wall in UE renders (and in video) is using that material.

I used RD Lighting Kit for UE. It did save me a lot of time on making the renders look good!

The blueprints I added were relatively simple, but I felt that they needed to be documented. It wasn’t that much work to write the docs, but it wasn’t fun part of this project :stuck_out_tongue:

Aside from Fab I plan to also release them on Unity Asset Store (and probably in few other places).

ArtStation link: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/XJ4wZ0 Fab link: https://www.fab.com/listings/35db0717-fd1a-4d39-a200-4c73b19f5ae6

On both sites you can check out more renders, but on Fab there’s also 3d preview.

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Quite a long time without updates. Currently working on an asset pack of... doorbells. They are surprisingly fun to make... and I'm spending way too much time on detailing them 😅

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Forgotten Graveyards: Low Poly Cemetery Mega Pack Released

It's out for Unreal Engine! Forgotten Graveyards: Low Poly Cemetery Mega Pack - a massive asset pack with 1.4k+ high-quality, low-poly, optimized, and beautiful game-ready assets. Can't wait to see what you'll create!

Demonstration video:

Marketplace link:

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Low Poly Nature - Free for the Month

Our Low Poly Nature asset pack was selected by Epic to be Free For The Month 🥳. Can't wait to see what you'll do with it!

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Low Poly Style Braziers Fire VFX made in Niagara

Finally finished Niagara particles for Forgotten Graveyards asset pack. Now need to "package it up" and will submit it to Unreal Engine Marketplace. Making ~1.4k low poly style graveyard-related assets was quite the journey. Hope you'll like it!

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Low Poly torch flames vfx

Low Poly torch flames vfx for upcoming Forgotten Graveyards Asset Pack.

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Low poly candle flame vfx

Low Poly style candle flames made in Niagara for upcoming Forgotten Graveyards 🪦asset pack for Unreal Engine 5.

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Gas Leak VFX

Learning Niagara continued - gas leak vfx. What do you think?

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Finally got a bit of time to learn some Niagara.

I don't know why I was so hesitant to learn particles. I made a few in the past by following some tutorials or courses, but it always seemed quite daunting. But now that I actually sat down to learn it I think it's quite easy to make effects like that.

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Quick Pixel Art practice

Apple :)

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Pixel art time

After years in 3D I decided to learn some pixel art and learning a bit of 2D gamedev in Godot. Here is some of my first experiment - extending existing tilest with some foliage, ladders door all working in Godot:

What do you think? Any pointers on how to best approach learning pixel art and 2D in Godot?

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Brackeys is back!

In case you didn't hear, he is back, and he will be making tutorials for Godot Engine!

In the spirit of hype train of Brackeys being back and making #GodotEngine tutorials, I'm making limited time discount on Low Poly Nature. 80% OFF just for 1 day!

It does work with Godot:

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Low Poly Nature: Essentials for Unreal Engine

Introducing the distilled essence of our comprehensive Low Poly Nature pack – a handpicked selection designed to give you a taste of the wonders that await. Ideal for indie developers, hobbyists, or anyone keen on dipping their toes into the lush landscapes of low-poly designs.

➡️ Marketplace link https://www.unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/low-poly-nature-essentials

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Merry Christmas!

This holiday, let's celebrate the wins, no matter how small. Merry Christmas to the indie devs and 3D artists who turn big dreams into digital realities. 🎄

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Low Poly Fly Agaric close up render

🍄 Dive into detail with our #FlyAgaric close-up from the Low Poly Nature #AssetPack. Over 800 #lowpoly models await to enhance your game! -70% off for a limited time on #UnrealEngine Marketplace & Gumroad!

Unreal Engine Marketplace: https://bit.ly/lpn-ue Gumroad: https://bit.ly/lpn-bf2023

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Low Poly Nature: free asset pack release and Black Friday Sale! 70% off!

The path to epic savings is clear 🛤️! Walk away with our Low Poly Nature pack at a staggering 70% off and start shaping your gaming world today. No detours, just straight-up deals!

The Low Poly Nature pack offers over 800 high-quality, game-ready 3D models inspired by real-world flora, featuring easy customization and compatibility with multiple game engines, ideal for creating vivid, low-poly game worlds.

Get it on Unreal Engine Marketplace or Gumroad

A free gift for you: "Low Poly Nature: Essentials" asset pack!

A curated set of 62 3D low-poly models inspired by real flora. Perfect for indie devs, it enhances projects with botanical elements and props, laying a foundation to ignite creativity.

You can get Unity-only version on Unity Asset Store or Gumroad for a version that includes Blender source files! Unreal and Godot versions are in the works.

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When life gives you rust, make art. 💼 Hard surface practice in Blender. Thoughts?