Substance 3D Painter
The industry-standard 3D texturing app.
Overview
Adobe Substance 3D Painter is the leading application for texturing 3D models. It provides a real-time, PBR (Physically-Based Rendering) viewport and a comprehensive set of tools that allow artists to paint complex materials and textures directly onto their 3D models. It is widely used in game development and VFX.
✨ Key Features
- Real-time PBR viewport
- Smart Materials and Smart Masks
- Advanced layer-based painting system
- Particle brushes for weathering effects
- Automatic UV unwrapping (beta)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Artist-friendly, non-destructive workflow
- Powerful procedural texturing with Smart Materials
- Real-time viewport provides instant feedback
Unique Value: Dramatically speeds up and simplifies the process of creating high-quality, realistic textures for 3D assets.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating detailed, realistic textures for AAA video game assets
- Texturing characters and props for animated films
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- 3D modeling or sculpting
- Animation and rigging
- Scene layout
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more intuitive, real-time, and procedural workflow compared to the more traditional, heavy-duty approach of Mari, and is far more powerful than the built-in texture painting tools in Blender.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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