r/retrocgi • u/DesignerMoe • 10h ago
Bryce Worlds Within
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r/retrocgi • u/nuvpr • Aug 03 '22
Discussion MEGATHREAD: How to make retro CGI
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Seeing the frequent "How do I ____?" threads and the recent "Clueless" meme, I felt it's high time to consolidate all learning resources into one place. Going through multiple past threads on the subreddit I put together this list of programs + tutorials for making retro CGI... Please keep in mind that this list is meant to be a constant work in progress, as the retro CGI scene grows and more resources are available they will be added here on a regular basis. Additions, suggestions, and criticisms are most welcome.
Bryce 3D
Landscape/terrain generator, basic modeler and animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh)
Buy here (latest version) or download for free (old version)
- Bryce 5 User Manual (text)
- Creating surreal 3D landscapes (video)
- Bryce 3D Free Tutorial (video)
- Learning Bryce 7 (video)
- Setting up Bryce on WINE (discussion)
- Making Surreal 'Trapper Keeper Art' on Windows 95 (video)
Blender
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh/Linux)
- How to make PS1 style graphics (video)
- How to make PS1-esque graphics with Blender 2.8 (video)
- How to make graphics look 90s CGI-ish? (discussion)
- How to imitate early CGI style animation? (discussion)
3D Studio
Modeler, animator, renderer (MS-DOS)
- Inside 3D Studio R4 (CD-ROM)
- Inside 3D Studio R3 (text)
- 3D Studio R3 Presentation (video)
3D Studio MAX
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows)
Buy here (latest version) or download for free (old version)
- 3D Studio MAX Quick Tutorial Outline (text)
- 3DS MAX Basics (video)
- Demo 1996 (video)
- 3D Studio MAX 3.1 Castle Flyby Scene Tutorial (video)
POV-Ray
Raytracer (Windows/Macintosh/Linux)
- Official POV-Ray Documentation (text)
- POV-Ray Lessons (video)
- POV-Ray Descriptions, Tutorials and Examples (text)
- Christoph Hormann's POV-Ray Tutorials (text)
- Mike's POV-Ray Tutorials Page (text)
- Taming POV-Ray by G. Moran (text)
- A Short Introduction to POV-Ray (PDF)
- Render Geometric Shapes on a Realistic Environment (video)
- 3D Animation (video)
- povmodeler (GUI modeler for POV-Ray) (software)
Infini-D
Modeler, animator, renderer (Macintosh)
- Make a donut scene in Infini-D 4.5 (video)
- Infini-D 4.5 Manual, FAQ, Quick Reference (text)
- Infini-D 3.1 Addendum (text)
- Render Farm Setup (video)
Anim8or
Basic modeler, animator, renderer (Windows)
- Anim8or Manual (text)
- Anim8or Tutorials (text)
- 3D Modeling Tutorial (video)
- Point Edit Modelling an Alien in Anim8or (video)
Art Of Illusion
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh/Linux)
- Art Of Illusion Manual and Tutorials (text)
- Art Of Illusion Tutorials (video)
Ray Dream Studio / Designer
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh)
- Ray Dream Studio Tutorials (archived text)
- Ray Dream Tutorials, Tips and Links (archived text)
- Ray Dream Studio 5 Training Pack (CD-ROM)
- Ray Dream Designer Demo (video)
- Ray Dream Studio Extensions (software)
Carrara
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh)
Buy here (latest version) or download for free (old version)
- What Is Carrara - Intro (video)
- Cool Carrara Tricks (video)
- Carrara Information Manual (text)
- 3DXtract E-zine (tutorials, tips, tricks) (text)
- Carrara Resources (text)
- Plug-ins for Carrara (software)
Lightwave 3D
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh)
Buy here (latest version) or download for free (old version)
- Lightwave 6 Manual and Tutorial (text)
- Lightwave 3D 4 Advanced Features (video)
- Lightwave Tutorials (video)
- Lightwave Tutorials for the Amiga (video)
Poser
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows/Macintosh)
Buy here (latest version) or download for free (old version)
- Poser 2 Manual (text)
- Poser 11 Tutorials (video)
- Poser 12 Tutorials (video)
- Dynamics in Poser (video)
TrueSpace
Modeler, animator, renderer (Windows)
- TrueSpace Resources (misc)
- TrueSpace Forum (misc)
- TrueSpace Fan Site (misc)
StrataVision 3D
Modeler, renderer (Macintosh)
- Setup and usage guide (text)
- StrataVision 3D Tour (video)
- Strata Studio Pro Tutorial (video)
Sculpt 3D / 4D
Modeler, raytracer (Amiga)
- Sculpt 3D Manual (text)
- Sculpt 3D basic usage (video)
- Making of Crystalball logo in Sculpt 4D (video)
- Modeling a Light bulb in Sculpt 4D (video)
- Sculpt 4D Hidden Commands (video)
Others
- Seamless 3D - Modeler, animator, renderer
- Wings 3D - Modeler, renderer
- Softimage|3D - Modeler, animator, renderer
- Vivid - Raytracer
- Simply 3D - Modeler, renderer
- Extreme 3D - Modeler, animator, renderer
- OpenFX - Modeler, animator, renderer
- GroBoto - Modeler, renderer
- MojoWorld - Modeler, terrain generator
- Shade 3D - Modeler
r/retrocgi • u/Bucko_Rose_The_Deer • 18h ago
Blender Deslopping a sprite animation from 1996
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r/retrocgi • u/KindlyUniversity2785 • 1d ago
Bryce Mister Robotno
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Created using Blender 2.93, Bryce 7 Pro - Rendered in Bryce
Mr. Robotno, 2026
Rumored to be human once upon a time, Mr. Robotno is a mysterious, quiet robot that keeps to himself. He speaks eloquently and almost like a human. People understandably pin him down as one of those biological/silicon transitions. People who chose the machine over the skin suit. A very popular choice both on Earth and Terra4 back in the late 22nd century.
Excerpt from my book, Infinite Visions 2.
r/retrocgi • u/Monodroid • 1d ago
Blender Vestibule of Sorrow
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Made this in Blender 5.1.2 (eevee)
It's inspired by 90s CGI but I didn't want to fully replicate the style
r/retrocgi • u/Brave_Spite_106 • 2d ago
Sewers, stations, and the atmosphere of an alternate 1960s Eastern Europe
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r/retrocgi • u/Bucko_Rose_The_Deer • 2d ago
Blender [ Original piece ] Preparing a surprise for the wifey. ~
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r/retrocgi • u/KindlyUniversity2785 • 5d ago
Bryce Samples of Bryce Projects
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I do most of my rendering in Bryce, due to the atmospheric quality it can generate. However, I also use Daz Studio, Blender, and Bryce together to create my works. Here are just some samples.
r/retrocgi • u/datadiisk_ • 5d ago
Blender Developing a SHORT Florida horror game. I plan to release before Halloween on itchio
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r/retrocgi • u/KindlyUniversity2785 • 5d ago
Blender The Oilcan
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I am kind of new to Blender, but I am pretty proud of this project.
r/retrocgi • u/Mickey_mouse_2169 • 5d ago
Blender So, I made a dude..
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Not really modeling but I thought of this kitty dude in class, added like two spheres and did this and that and uh
I mean I cant exactly do much with him but I like him? :(
That dissolved into me doing a bunch of random stuff so eh
r/retrocgi • u/devzindie • 5d ago
Retro CGI with Pixel Art
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Really trying to get the Retro CGI feel to these Eyebat enemies along with the level and lighting. Any suggestions for the enemies in particular would be a lot of help.
r/retrocgi • u/ShadowMeaning • 5d ago
Blender Wip scene
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Hello everyone, I'm just working on the FMV quest in 90s style like Phantasmagoria, Shivers and etc(i guess), so what do you think about this one, can you please tell about pros and cons so i can correct it in future)
r/retrocgi • u/UThinkso2020 • 5d ago
Bryce 🛒 EASY MERCADOR 🛒 (bryce 3d creation)
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Hi internet people ! Everybody need a good meal <3
Bryce 3D -> Resolve
youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@olvvenn
r/retrocgi • u/yopachi • 6d ago
Virtual Self Portrait
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Animation Master. all by hand. didnt even look in the mirror
