surface texture resolution and size?

[mysticdragonmage]

so im learning as i go with creating this mod. it's a weapon modification mod, but im having trouble with it's surface design and textures with blender. please note that i am fully aware of how to place a texture on my mesh, but i just dont know how much resolution or how large the texture should be without looking either too ugly or over-detailed that it would break the game.

 

so what would a pro-modder recommend?

 

please note that the weapon modification is fairly large in size. in fact, here is a picture of the mesh:

 

https://magicdragonmage.deviantart.com/art/Fallout-4-Super-Sledge-Blade-Mod-Concept-Mesh-717924896

 

i currently have a 1024x1024 texture to place on the mesh, but if i should find a larger texture image or smaller one, please say so.

[ehtyeci]

Work in 4K or even 8K, then release it with 2K and have 4K textures as optional download. However, trying to fit everything into one texture will make you have to compromise a lot of UV space because of the size of the blades. It's best that you create a new material for them. It's pretty common to have materials spanning across multiple textures on weapons.

[mysticdragonmage]

Work in 4K or even 8K, then release it with 2K and have 4K textures as optional download. However, trying to fit everything into one texture will make you have to compromise a lot of UV space because of the size of the blades. It's best that you create a new material for them. It's pretty common to have materials spanning across multiple textures on weapons.

that's good advice! thank you.

 

now, where would i get some textures, or where would you recommend i go? i completely understand that i cant just pick just any texture from the internet.

[Stromberg90]

https://www.textures.com/ is always a good bet to find textures, and the most used one.
Or https://www.textureking.com/ there are plenty others as well.

Edited December 18, 2017 by Stromberg90