How to Make Low-Poly Models with Pixel Texture | Blockbench Tutorial

Let’s try out the low-poly modelling software Blockbench! This is an information-rich tutorial for beginners (of which I am one!), because I wanted to explore the fundamentals before revisiting Blockbench for some more ambitious work in the future!

#Blockbench

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0:00 Intro
0:44 New Project / Adding Shapes
2:08 3D Workspace and the Object Controls
5:55 Creating the Pixel Texture
9:35 Exporting a GIF
10:42 Making the MYSTERY Object!
11:22 Creating Groups and Setting the Pivot Point
12:31 Loop Cut
14:00 Finishing Details
14:36 Scaling an Object
15:16 Texturing, Round 2!
15:59 FINAL ARTWORK
16:42 CRT Time
17:13 VID OVER

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Check out my art here:

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Software used: Blockbench (Version 4.6.5, on Mac)
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Title sequence theme music by Failpositive:

[_Guigui]

hey, nice to see you try out blockbench! just wanted to add a quick tip from someone that has used blockbench often: You can hold shift for .25 increments, and hold both ctrl/cmd and shift for .025 increments

[DeltaDebug]

7:44 - The reason the gird didn't look pixel perfect is because the old UV map was showing, you crunched a 5 pixel tall wall into a 2 pixel tall space (when making one half of the pokeball at 3:19). When you create a new texture, the texture density is recalculated via smart UV-ing but doesn't automatically update the grid on screen which might actually be a bug.

[realGeorgelucas]

One thing I really love about the end turntable is the slight texture warp on the pokédex. Really reminds me of those wobbly textures in PS1 games

[GippyHappy]

I have to say, I really appreciate tutorials that take something intimidating and make it simple. I have always been terrified of 3D modelling because there's just so many buttons and vertices and settings- but this made it feel very approachable for an absolute beginner.

[雪鷹魚英語培訓的領航]

Never would have expected you transitioning to 3D tools, but it makes sense seeing it in action. Great job!

[Erect_Spaghetti]

Cool to see you coming back to the 3d modelling, I really like the pixel art texture look

[MrSirSquishy]

I'm quite impressed with how well you explained it being a beginner. Lots of useful features that took me a long time to figure out myself when I started using blockbench explained very simply for beginners. Wish I had this when I started.

[dangerouscolors]

glad to see a video on blockbench!! ive tried modeling in it several times before, but was unable to overcome the extreme poly restrictions after using blender. thanks for showing us this workflow!

[PhantomEye]

Great video! As a low-poly pixel artist I have been using blockbench for a while now, and it’s really interesting to see your approach! The end result looks great

[tymekx]

I think this tutorial is really well done. I appreciate that you've edited in extra clarifications and information. You've pleasant demeanor and explain your process well, this makes it hard to get bored throughout!

[fahim_arif]

Wtf I JUST downloaded the software and was looking for tutorials when i see this show up in my feed. What are the chances! Thanks for the awesome tuts as always ^^

[DesiraiX]

Just tried Blockbench after watching this video, and I have to say your tutorial was immensely helpful for a beginner!

[datscrazy]

This is gonna be my new favorite tool.

I love how you made the models in the style of the OG Pokemon Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow texture style.

This can legit be put in a Pokémon 3d game

[HE]

Gosh, I've seen this channel a long time ago and finally got a chance to subscribe. Thanks for all of the material.

[_js]

Dude, of all the years on youtube, how did I not find you any earlier. This is awesome! Keep up the good work. You’ve finalized my decision on pixel art-style for my game. Cheers!

[paranoidpumpkin]

I installed blockbench a few months ago but never used it much, This video gave me some inspiration to try it again

[nitrohite]

Dude you're so talented, honestly, love your channel <3

[ghost_vana]

Finally Blockbench gets more attention that he deserves!

[WhatBeDaPointMon]

Loved the vid, love Blockbench, would love to see more videos on it! When I started using it finding videos on the program was pretty difficult. Glad to see more people checking it out and making content about it!

[zackpi]

the end result is super cute. Would love to see more of this!