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[CGMZ] Model Viewer
🕑 Added 2025-01-23 04:18:46 +0000 UTC
Hi all, as a special surprise for [CGMZ]'s 100th plugin (yes really, this is [CGMZ]'s 100th plugin!) I have decided to try something a bit different which is showing a 3D model in RPG Maker. [CGMZ] Model Viewer is a result of this.
3D in [CGMZ]
This plugin is the first 3d plugin to be added to [CGMZ], though I am aware there are others out there that are more extensive. Instead of changing the whole game to 3d, this plugin is designed to provide a simple 3D scene within RPG Maker, while the rest of your game functions normally in 2D.
Simple Install
This plugin uses Babylon JS to accomplish this, which you will also need to install if you are not already using another 3D plugin that adds babylon js. The required files come in the .zip folder and can be imported just as you would any other rpg maker plugin, there is no complex setup required and it should be plug and play.
Model View Scene
With this plugin, you can show a 3D model in your game. The player can use the keyboard or mouse/touch controls to rotate the object. You use the standard menu controls to exit the scene.
The model view scene is relatively simple right now, allowing for a single light and object to be placed in it. You control the camera starting position, direction, and light. You can also control the zoom available to the player. I have plans to greatly expand features available within the scene in future updates.
See below for a gif of the basics of the scene and what you can all do with it:
Example Uses
For now, some uses for this plugin may be to create a puzzle where the player needs to rotate a 3d object to see a clue (such as a piece of paper that has a password written only on the back side of it). You could also use this to provide the ability to inspect any object in the game you want to be viewable in 3d, as this can help your game stand out and seem less like default RPG Maker.
I am sure you will come up with many unique uses for showing 3d objects in your game!
Development Note
This initial alpha focuses on getting 3d objects loading and viewable in RPG Maker. However, there are a lot of ways I would like to improve this plugin in future updates, including:
1) Better control over lights
2) Support for other 3d model file types
3) Restrictions on movement for rotating certain ways
4) Gamepad support
5) Option to click the 3d model and have certain effects occur
6) 3d model view directly on map scene
Please let me know in the comments below any suggestions you may have for improvements to this plugin as well.
