Roblox announced Monday that it is introducing two new AI technologies to reduce the time it takes to create avatars and 3D models. Built on Roblox artificial intelligence, this technology is designed to allow creators to skip time-consuming avatar setup and texturing steps when building content on her Roblox platform.
The first feature, called Avatar Auto Setup, simplifies the avatar creation process by automatically converting 3D body meshes into live, animated avatars that users can adopt right away. When a creator selects a new feature, Roblox runs numerous tests on the asset and automatically creates 3D models for him of rigs, cages, segments, and skins. Automatic setup maps where your avatar's various body parts are and adds clothing, and it maps facial features and adds facial animations. Your avatar will then begin to animate and be able to interact with its surrounding environment.
Roblox says automatic avatar setup will allow creators to complete a process that previously took days in just minutes.
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The second feature is called a “texture generator” and allows authors to quickly change the appearance of 3D objects using plain text prompts. Creators can use this feature to quickly prototype new looks and bring new textures to life. Map the object and add her 3D texture on top of it that matches the object's geometry.
For example, you can create a 3D wooden treasure chest texture by entering a text prompt. The generator then creates a texture that emphasizes the chest's sharp corners and adds elements such as wooden planks and keys. Alternatively, you can ask the feature to generate the look of a weathered red leather backpack, and then generate a full 3D texture on the asset.
Roblox says it typically takes artists a few hours to a few days to complete this process. Roblox uses Texture Generator to allow creators to do the same thing within 15-30 seconds.
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Authors can also use this feature to easily generate multiple versions of objects with different colors and textures. For example, you can use her one model of a trophy to generate gold, silver, and bronze models.
Once the 3D object is generated, you can choose to save and apply it. If you don't like the results generated, try again and generate new results.
“Our new AI technology will help everyone from indie developers to professional game studios quickly create rich, engaging content on the Roblox platform. From ideas to shared reality, this faster than ever before,” said Nick Tonow, Vice President of Creator Engineering. Roblox, in a press release. These tools allow creators to focus on generating creative ideas rather than implementation, enhancing experiences, increasing engagement, and ultimately growing their business. ”
Avatar auto-setup is available in alpha and texture generator is available in public beta and can be accessed from Roblox Studio.