Soren on 3D graphics:

[The Great Apple]

From article featured on front page:

Thanks LAnkou!

With the implementation of 3D graphics, it becomes more complicated for modders to work on the graphics. The tools are really more difficult to handle, however, we plan to release some 3D plug-in tools that let modders work on Civ IV graphics in the next months. But we also want to help people by teaching them step by step how to handle these tools, like there is on Apolyton and Civfanatics. It will be definitely possible to design new graphics in the future...

There is a confirmation that at least something will come out to help us, thankfully. The step by step teaching sounds great as well!

Notice the plural as well "tools".

 

[Jecrell]

Good news! I can't wait to see what we can do with it... mmm

 

[Ranbir]

Wow, do we need Firaxis anymore? Once we get all these tools?

 

[CivArmy s. 1994]

good news

 

[muffins]

The tools are really more difficult to handle, however, we plan to release some 3D plug-in tools that let modders work on Civ IV graphics in the next months.

3D plug-ins for which 3D program though? Given the low-poly quality of the in-game models I'm guessing (well ... hoping) they're not thinking of 3D Studio Max or any other ultra-expensive prog.

Anyone played or modded Operation Flashpoint? It's gotta be one of the most modded games on the planet, partly due to the developers releasing a light version of their own model creation tool (Oxygen Lite). Anyone know if Fraxis is planning anything similar?

 

[bhiita]

woot, glad to finally have some official confirmation! I can't wait

 

[WildWeazel]

Great news. I just read the article.