Custom Sprite Tutorial ?

[paladin_lord]

Anyone knows of a tutorial that shows how to make custom sprites for Tactics ? I already did a search but couldn't find what i m looking for here. I would like to know how to make new sprites for characters, vehicles and weapons ... i am studing Gmax modeling tools for that end but i am not sure if it will be possible to convert gmax format into a sprite format ... any help please ?

 

[xxxRedMetalxxx]

Howdy paladin!
It seems the best two I could refer you to are diablo7707 and also der Fluger, If you can get hold of him. There are obviously more but I know for sure these guys can answer your questions.
I do create sprites but not from 3D models, I have a different method using imagery. Eventually I too will need answers too the questions you ask.

From what i can gather so far, one method might be to take screenshots of your 3D model. You would then need to cut out and convert these images then create the sprite using those images. That is what I would do, though, there may be a more efficient way.

 

[RobertHouse]

From what i can gather so far, one method might be to take screenshots of your 3D model. You would then need to cut out and convert these images then create the sprite using those images. That is what I would do, though, there may be a more efficient way.

actually that is the only way to create sprites from 3D models, you cannot convert a 3D model into a sprite

The best 3D modeling programs for making sprites are 3Ds Max but you probably won't want that program because its not free, the best free program is Blender you can get it here: http://www.moddb.com/groups/blenderheads

 

[diablo7707]

Use Sprite Creator, read Readme first, then open items sprite, then vehicles sprite, then creatures one by one, from easy to hard. Most of my sprites are easy than in games.

 

[paladin_lord]

xxxRedMetalxxx

From what i can gather so far, one method might be to take screenshots of your 3D model. You would then need to cut out and convert these images then create the sprite using those images. That is what I would do, though, there may be a more efficient way.

cool idea. actually it seems as simple as it is effective ... why i didn't think that before ... going to try that out soon as i have my trench-coat - desert ranger model done.

RobertHouse
... The best 3D modeling programs for making sprites are 3Ds Max but you probably won't want that program because its not free, the best free program is Blender ...

Got it. after a look it seems a nice interface. actually better than Gmax. thanks.

Diablo 7707
Use Sprite Creator, read Readme first, then open items sprite, then vehicles sprite, then creatures one by one, from easy to hard. Most of my sprites are easy than in games.

Noted, I actually have sprite creator, i was just wondering if i could get models with better quality using a 3d modeling tool and mix it in the creator.

all inputs helped a lot guys. thanks.

 

[xxxRedMetalxxx]

No problem paladin_lord, actually it's nice to meet someone new that is working on 3D models and sprites. Need anything else, just ask...

 

[TheEgulPat]

Hello, I know this is dead but I am hoping to get some help. I downloaded sprites from site Spriter's Resource and they are all in .gif format. Is it possible to convert these for use in Fallout: Tactics and if so then how?