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'''Large 3D Terrain Generator''' (or '''L3DT''' for short) is a large scale terrain generator created by BundySoft. The software can create detailed 3D maps that can be used in software such as Unity, or for modding pre-existing games such as ''The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'' or ''Arma 3.'' By specifying parameters, the program generates a terrain map, texture map, normal map, and other important layers. The Makerspace has the free version installed on its Alienware Workstation.
== Useful Resources ==
=== User Guide ===
L3DT is simple to operate, as it handles most of the complex work on its own. The [http://www.bundysoft.com/docs/doku.php?id=l3dt:userguide documentation] is on the Bundy Soft website and thoroughly runs through how to get started quickly and easily.
[[File:Image4.png|thumb|Map created in L3DT]]
=== Importing Terrains into Unity ===
L3DT terrains can be imported directly into [[Unity (Game Engine)|Unity]] for game design. Terrain maps, texture maps, and normal maps are needed for the most optimal result. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1fq2Rucnt8 This YouTube video] describes how to setup your L3DT terrain in Unity.
=== Modding Games ===
Maps generated in L3DT can be used in mod-supported games such as ''The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'' and ''Arma 3.'' A detailed guide to each can be found below:
* [https://forums.nexusmods.com/index.php?/topic/809556-from-l3dt-to-skyrim-heightmap-tutorial/ Forum] with instructions to mod Skyrim
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMjNQDfnP1E Video tutorial series] with instructions on creating and importing maps into Arma 3.
'''Large 3D Terrain Generator''' (or '''L3DT''' for short) is a large scale terrain generator created by BundySoft. The software can create detailed 3D maps that can be used in software such as Unity, or for modding pre-existing games such as ''The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'' or ''Arma 3.'' By specifying parameters, the program generates a terrain map, texture map, normal map, and other important layers. The Makerspace has the free version installed on its Alienware Workstation.
== Useful Resources ==
=== User Guide ===
L3DT is simple to operate, as it handles most of the complex work on its own. The [http://www.bundysoft.com/docs/doku.php?id=l3dt:userguide documentation] is on the Bundy Soft website and thoroughly runs through how to get started quickly and easily.
[[File:Image4.png|thumb|Map created in L3DT]]
=== Importing Terrains into Unity ===
L3DT terrains can be imported directly into [[Unity (Game Engine)|Unity]] for game design. Terrain maps, texture maps, and normal maps are needed for the most optimal result. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1fq2Rucnt8 This YouTube video] describes how to setup your L3DT terrain in Unity.
=== Modding Games ===
Maps generated in L3DT can be used in mod-supported games such as ''The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'' and ''Arma 3.'' A detailed guide to each can be found below:
* [https://forums.nexusmods.com/index.php?/topic/809556-from-l3dt-to-skyrim-heightmap-tutorial/ Forum] with instructions to mod Skyrim
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMjNQDfnP1E Video tutorial series] with instructions on creating and importing maps into Arma 3.