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Adding 3D models help create a compelling environment, but too many 3D models can be overwhelming and heavy on computational resources. Below is a guide to using 3D models in PAM.
When to use 3D models
Primary Architecture/Landmarks - Such as a Stadium or Architectural Building
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Vegetation
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Promotional - Brand Identity , Fun items
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Difference between a 3D model and a Extruded Structure
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Colouring the 3D model should consider the surrounding environment, you want to avoid to many textures and colours , especially with architectural buildings. They should blend in to the environment and not conflict with ‘Extruded Shapes’
Textures on a model may be required for Promotional Items
Vegetation usually requires multiple models, therefore although there is a maximum size of 1mb for a model, the file size should be kept a minimum. eg: Small Tree was 6kb
Models should MATCH each other.
The more models you add the more computation power you need to render. Therefore adding ALL the vegetation to make it realistic may require hundreds of 3D models and performance would be compromised.
Generally remove any detail in the model that is not required. For example in an architectural building , you only require the outer shell.
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