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Game Development 3D Art with Maya LT Getting Started in Maya LT Maya Software Download and Purchase Options

Posted by amitkamma
amitkamma
3,737 Points

Can I use Blender?

So, I have learned how to create video games with Unity and c#. I am interested in creating assets for games but $30 a month is quite steep for me. Can I use Blender (a free 3D design software) instead of Maya LT for this course and the following course? Will Blender be able to create animations and models equivalent to what is made with Maya? I am fine with google searching how to use certain tools in blender that may differ from Maya. I just need to know if Blender can can create acceptable models and animations for Game Development. Thanks in advance!

1 Answer

Jack Beauchamp
Jack Beauchamp
2,411 Points
Jack Beauchamp
Jack Beauchamp
2,411 Points

Yes, Blender can be used, but the course will be much harder to understand.

amitkamma
amitkamma
3,737 Points

Okay, thanks. I took some blender interface tutorials on YouTube, so I can focus on modeling which will not be much different.