Best tool

[meeio87]

what is the best tool for making models i have tried a couple but i never really liked any of them like there features a what not. they would be missing something that another one had. i guess i am asking what tools do u guys use for making models and what ones are the best over all. i have probably been using the worst ones.

so what tools do you use?

 

[MeKC]

I used 3dsmax 5. But since I got Windows 7, I dont work. But 3dsmax 5 is the best.

 

[HFR]

You forgot to say it's $3,000, but ok...

 

[pkw]

what is the best tool for making models i have tried a couple but i never really liked any of them like there features a what not. they would be missing something that another one had. i guess i am asking what tools do u guys use for making models and what ones are the best over all. i have probably been using the worst ones.

so what tools do you use?

You could try Milkshape (Cheaper than 3ds Max) or Gmax (free)

 

[gunggang777]

i used maya

and i think this is the best (and best price too lol)

 

[Karawasa]

You forgot to say it's $3,000, but ok...

And price matters why these days?

 

[Hawkwing]

I'm pretty sure Milkshape is cheaper than Maya. And it's also simpler and great for Warcraft III scratch modeling.

 

[skrab]

what is the best tool for making models i have tried a couple but i never really liked any of them like there features a what not. they would be missing something that another one had. i guess i am asking what tools do u guys use for making models and what ones are the best over all. i have probably been using the worst ones.

so what tools do you use?

Best tool for you is Gmax . Gmax is free and easy tool where you can also Google and follow 3Ds max basic tutorials and later you can transcend to 3Ds max itself. Or you can start from 3Ds max that is even better.
But the best part is Gmax > Milkshape 3D

When you learn the basics then take a look at this script http://www.hiveworkshop.com/forums/...mdl-kit-for-3dsmax-6-to-2009-and-gmax-115767/.
The NeoDex script allows you to export models in mdl format and use them in your map.

 

[ikillforeyou]

you forgot to mention that gmax cant animate

 

[xXm0RpH3usXx]

you forgot that its only the animation export part that didnt work...

until now...
(thats why he linked to neodex, which can export animations from gmax, there is even a gmax version of it)

 

[ikillforeyou]

oh, wow, neodex can export animation? i thought it was just a better version of dex, but not that good, i'll get modeling >

 

[bboy-tiger-]

Best: Magos + 3dsmax9 + NeoDex + 3dsmax5 + Wc3ArtTools ? He ONLY asked what is best tool.

Basic: Milkshape, Gmax but I only tried those program, never really used them... but how I head they are pretty nice. But with 3dsmax5 you can do anything...

 

[BlinkBoy]

oh, wow, neodex can export animation? i thought it was just a better version of dex, but not that good, i'll get modeling >

Actually old' grant dex was able to export animations correctly, but it was a pain in the arse to get it to work.

With NeoDex you can export animations as good as Art Tools, it even supports TCB Controllers and smooth rotations which milkshape can't.

Look at the tutorial in my signature for instance.

 

[DrStyles]

Obviously the best program comes with the highest price. IDK what you mean by

And price matters why these days?

Unless you mean you just haxord to get it.