3-D mesh programs

[dom2772]

Hello

 

I'm new to modding and am planning to start my first one soon (already have an idea)

However a few things in it will need custom meshes and i was wondering if anyone could tell me a good program to use to create them (ones with tutorials would help).

 

Thanks

[Unavi]

I'd suggest Blender, as it is free and has a big, friendly comunity.

Some people say that it has a terrible interface but i love it. It's the best free 3d modeling program out there.

 

http://www.blender.org/

[LHammonds]

Blender

[zprospero]

Blender is the most full featured of the free 3D modeling programs, but it's interface is a little daunting.

 

This video series is what helped me acclimate myself to it's quirks,

it's specifically for making and adding a weapon to Oblivion: Link

 

I don't use Blender, but the community for what I use is pretty dead.

 

I use Anim8or for the actual meshing: Link

 

It's a great tool to start out in, but you'll still need Blender to get anything in-game,

and the community is pretty dead.

[Megatarius]

I can't stand Blender's interface, but if you're just starting out, you are actually very lucky that a free program like Blender has so many deep seated and subtle features. It is actually a full-fledged game engine in itself.

[dom2772]

Thanks for the help guys ill give blender a shot then.