The Complete View-Model Tutorial – Day 3
Tutorial Details
- Software: Autodesk 3D Studio Max
- Software: Source SDK
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Estimated Completion Time: 1 Hour
Final Product What You'll Be Creating

Follow artist Ben Henry as he guides you through the creation of a Team Fortress 2 inspired view-model weapon for use in Valve’s Source Engine. In Day 3, Ben shows us how to compile the axe model directly into the source engine. This four part series is a great starting point for any artist interested in game development or creating their own mods!
Additional Files/ Plugins:
- Download GCFScape
- Download SMD Importer, Exporter
- Download MDLDecompiler
- Download the 3dsMax VTF Plugin
- Download the Photoshop VTF Plugin
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