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Introduction:
Blender is an open-sourced piece of software which provides various of features that are available through different of 3D tools, attempting to offer a componation of different applications like zBrush, Maya, 3dsmax and Substance Painter, from modelling (obviously), sculpting, animations to texture painting, in this tutorial, we are going to introduce you to the basics of Blender and prepair you to be able produce 3D models that can be used in MTA:SA and RenderWare GTA games (3D franchise), we will use a plugin called "DragonFF" for this tutorial so any pre-2.8 versions of Blender will not be compatible with this topic. We may update this topic regularly to cover newer features of the plugin.
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What can Blender do using DragonFF?
- Export and Import DFF (vehicle, skin & object) meshes including vertex painting, UV (multiple) maps, materials, material effects (Environment - UV Animation).
- Export and Import COL collision meshes (vehicle, skin & object).
- Import map files (ipl/ide).
(More features available here)
Can blender do animations?
Yes, but no, as DragonFF plugin doesn't support pre-2.8 Blender versions but you could use this for < 2.8 versions of Blender.
Downloading Blender:
- Head to https://www.blender.org/ and press "Download Blender".
- Choose your operating system and make sure you are downloading the latest version.
Before you continue (do not skip this part if you have barely any skills about Blender or 3D modelling).
It is highly advised to watch the following video multiple of times in order to get a brief idea about the controls and what will be used, it is recommended to watch the first 3 parts of the tutorial.
Installation of DragonFF:
1. Head to https://github.com/Parik27/DragonFF.
2. Click the green "Code" button and click "Download".
3. Open Blender, click anywhere to hide the splash screen.
4. Head to Edit > Preferences.
5. Click "Add-ons" then at the top-right "Install".
6. Locate the downloaded .zip file and click "Install Add-on".
7. Tick/Activate the plugin (use the search box).
In order to make sure that the plugin is installed and activated successfully head to "File" > "Import" and check if "DragonFF DFF" is available as an option.
Blender Controls
There is a lot of controls in Blender and it is mandatory to learn at least the following:
Camera Navigation:
- Scroll Up/Down: Zoom In/out.
- Scroll Button: Rotate view.
- Scroll + Shift: Pan.
- . (dot in Numpad): teleport to selected object/mesh.
Selection:
- Left Mouse Button: Selects an object/vertex/line/face.
- Right Mouse Button: Opens the context menu.
Toggling:
- Tab: Toggle between Edit and Object Mode.
Different behaviors between Edit and Object Mode:
(with a combonation of X, Y and Z, you could move/scale/rotate in the desired axis.)
- G: Move the selected object/mesh.
- S: Scale the selected object/mesh.
- R: Rotate the selected object/mesh.
these are also available through the bar on the left:
- Z: toggle between Solid, Rendered, Wireframe and Material Preview modes.
Working with Models for MTA
1. Let's start with making our model, you can just use the default cube as a starting point, I have made this house for this tutorial.
2. Now let's do some pre-lighting, vertex painting is a technique used in game models to manipulate lighting in meshes, we will use the vertex painting interaction mode in Blender.
(this is an example of bad Vertex Painting).
- Head to interaction mode selection combobox, selected Vertex Paint.
- go to "Paint" tab > Dirty Vertex Color.
- Make sure to add "2" color Attribute for day & night prelight via the object data properties, work on both.
- If there are bright areas in the model, try using a black brush and start painting the model.
3. Exporting the model to MTA.
- Head to Object Properties > DragonFF - Export Object and make sure to be on "Object" mode.
- go to File > Export > DragonFF > select .dff (make sure to name your model and choose a path, otherwise it's going to show you an error and export a corrupted model.)
(If your model looks different than what it looks in the viewport, then make sure to apply the object transforms).
Exporting the collision
I highly recommend you to export the object and import it back as the current option will export it 1:1 (1 by 1), even if the mesh is simple the game's engine is not optimised to handle large amounts of collision meshes, collisions are meant to be extremely simple, this is a well known mistake made by modellers within the community that causes crashes and lag even with high-end PCs.
- Head to Object Properties & Select "Collision Object" as the export type.
- as a final step, it is highly recommended to import the mesh into Col Editor before importing it to the game, col editor will adjust the bounding box and optimise certain aspects of the collision mesh.
- Edit > Add > Select the collsion model > right click the collsion mesh and click "Optimize".
- To export the mesh head to FIle > Save As.
Importing game assets
Extracting the game assets can be useful to modify the game assets to your liking. Head to the following topic and read through the Extracting game assets section.
- I highly recommend you to make a shared folder to include .png textures and model assets to be able to import the textures automatically into Blender.
- Head to File > Import > DFF > Select the file (make sure the .png textures are in the same folder).
(To check if you have sucessfully imported the texutres, hold Z & hover over "Material Preview")
Changing Object Material/Texture
- Go to the "Shading" tab, down below (by the default layout, zoom into the material tab).
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- By default, DragonFF creates a "texture" node, you could simply click the folder image to replace the image.
(You could rename the image texture to the current one "semi2Dirty.PNG" to match the name on the texture file)
- If the texture looks "streched" then you need to adjust the UV wrapping.
- Export the model (follow the steps above within the "Working with Models for MTA).
- Now you need to update the texture file (TXD), to look up for the right TXD file, you could to search it through prindeside.com.
- Enter the Model ID/Name and click search.
- Click the model picture, expand & press Details.
- The TXD file name should be under Files > TXD.
- Find the TXD file within your game assets folder (or export it via gta3.img/other img container files using alic's img tool).
- Open the TXD file using Magic.TXD > find & select the texture > replace > select the same image you used in Blender.
- Change the "Texture Name" to match the name on texture node.
- For Raster Format it's recommend to use DX3/DX4/DX5 for textures with an alpha channel (images with transparency as DX1 does not support transparency).
- Press Replace > File > Save.
- Replace both of the model & texture files in-game to apply the new changes.
UV Wrapping
- Switch to the UV Editing tab & switch to Edit Mode (Press Tab).
- Select the faces you want to adjust and adjust accordingly to your desire.
- Controls (you can use the following binds or the buttons on your left):
- A: Select all.
- S: Scale.
- G: Move.
- R: Rotate.
- Watch the following video for more details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7M-B6xnaEM
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(I have moved your post to the right section)
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Please create a new thread and include your serial. (review the following topic).
Utwórz nowy wątek i dołącz numer seryjny. (przejrzyj następujący temat). - przetłumaczone przez Google
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Пожалуйста, создайте новую тему (и не забудьте указать свой серийный номер) - загляните в эту тему:
Press F8 > type "serial"
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Hi, please create a new topic and don't forget to include your serial (Press F8 > type "serial" and paste it into a new appeal).
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Please create a new appeal (and don't forget to include your serial) - check this topic out:
Пожалуйста, создайте новую тему (и не забудьте указать свой серийный номер) - загляните в эту тему:
Press F8 - type "serial"
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installation:
- right click the picture above, save.
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On 08/04/2022 at 14:06, zl40 said:
perform a virus full scan and try again:
I recommend using Avast & Malwarebytes -- Defender is fine too.
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It system like your audio files got corrupted, verify the integrity of your game files through steam.
1. go to your steam library and search for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
2. right-click the game and click Properties.
3. Click Local Files.
4. Click and confirm "Verify integrity of game files...".
Wait for it to verify then launch MTA, it should work fine.
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do you have mandatory ASLR turned on? checkout your Anti-virus (Windows Defender).
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try out this:
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If you want it for your game only:
Try out ENB mods, they're partially compatible with MTA - http://enbdev.com/download_mod_gtasa.htm(although I do not recommend them as it's not that stable and will look broken with some servers that overwrite the modifications made by ENB and you may need to use their control panel "SHIFT + ENTER" and untick some settings to fix it.)
If you're running a server:
there's a resource made by Ren712 which you can download here: https://community.multitheftauto.com/?p=resources&s=details&id=18094 -
Use this diagnosting tool and reply with the provided link so we can help you.
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It might be your ISP or router blocking connections coming from MTA, try to get in touch with your ISP and send them the IPs you're trying to connect to, they might identify if the issue is from their side or not.
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On 29/12/2021 at 10:08, BezTakich said:
Hey there everyone i have a question regarding the GIOTECK VX-4 WIRED CONTROLLER as im planning to purchase it to play MTA:SA and i wonder if it is compatible with MTA. I've had a dualshock-4 before and it worked using DS4 Tool. I understand its a cheaper controller however thats what the budget allows me to buy for now, all i need to know if it will work and if so do i need any program like for the DualShock-4 (DS4 Tool)..
Many thanks, BezTakich
any* controller with standard bind layout should be working with MTA, if the driver manages to send input to the OS then you should be good. I assume it'll be sending them as the xbox layout.
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Happy New Year everyone, hoping yall enjoying your best times!
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On 19/12/2021 at 20:43, Buildr said:
I completed the installation by following the steps on this official MTA site. But when i try to connect to a server i get cd16 error. If you know the solution for this or any other way please help me. I need this. Have a nice day.
am not sure if MTA supports the new M1 ARM processors(?) -- can you try using a win10 VM?
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Default MTA Server || Freeroam [P] EN
The classic freeroam experience with unlimited chaos, drifting, shooting other players (or just using /peace for passive mode), hydra dogfighting and fun arena's. As a classic freeroam there are no restrictions to spawning in vehicles & weapons, and freedom applies to all other game aspects as well. Average players online is 100, so there's always someone to troll or fight!
Click to join (mtasa://149.202.51.189:22005)
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Grafuroam: Phantom (English Freeroam Server) EN (Dogfight, Pursuit, Race, Team Deathmatch, Tank Deathmatch, Survival, Duel, War, Derby, Vehicle Deathmatch)
A freeroam server with many great features created to provide fun to the players.
Click to join (mtasa://109.230.215.29:22003)
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Prime Freeroam EN (Freeroam, NPC, AI)
Click to join (mtasa://149.28.237.162:22003)
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Welcome To San Andreas (Single Player Features!) EN (Freeroam, NPC, AI)
The old-school single player San Andreas experience!
Click to join (mtasa://wtsa.sparrow.moe:22003)
SAES:RPG EN
SAES:RPG is a gaming community and server which has ran on MTA since 2003 on both MTA:VC and MTA:SA, Our current server is an RPG based gamemode in which you can be Cops, Robbers, Gangs, Dealers, Medics, Mechanics and participate in Roleplay, Bank Robberies, Store Robberies, Racing, Hunting down criminals, Monthly giveaway events and much much more!
Click to join (mtasa://51.38.67.64:4999)
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CIT Cops 'n' Robbers, Gang Wars, Civilians | cit.gg EN/PT/AR/TR (CnR, Turf wars, Civilian jobs.)
A community mainly focused on cops 'n' robbers, gang turf wars and a variety of civilian jobs, community made events, joining groups to play and have fun together.
Click to join (mtasa://94.23.158.180:22003)
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An RPG server with multiple unique features and activities, with an active staff team.
Click to join (mtasa://phoenix.saur.co:22003)
FFS Gaming DM/Race/DD/Hunter/Shooter/Stuntage/Trials/HP/RUN/CW/PTP/CarBall/Training/Minigames EN
FFS Gaming provides a vast amount of race type gamemodes all in one server. From regular races to be the fastest one, kicking your opponents into water in destruction derby or simply having a fun time in minigames, we provide everything to enjoy your stay.
Click to join (mtasa://54.37.245.209:22003)
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MX Gaming EN (Destruction Derby / Fun Destruction Derby / Shooter)
A gaming community with a variety of gamemodes and servers.
Join DD (mtasa://server.mx-palace.com:22003)
Join FDD (mtasa://server.mx-palace.com:22007)
Join Shooter (mtasa://server.mx-palace.com:22006)
Need For Speed: San Andreas Global/EN/PL/RU/ES/PT/TR/CZ/FR/DE/HU/ID (Race/Freeroam/Other)
Racing server inspired by various nostalgic Need for Speed titles such as Underground 1/2, Most Wanted, Carbon, World where you start out with a slow car and progress by racing, participating in AI police pursuits and numerous other activities, all of which let you buy new cars and and upgrade their performance and visuals with hundreds of unique custom made body parts and complete customization of paintjobs through a NFS Carbon-like vinyl editor.
Click to join (mtasa://178.33.54.30:20256)
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Mr. Green Gaming EN/PT/AR/TR/RU/PL/DE/FR (Race, DM, CTF, Shooter, MIX)
The classic racing experience!
Join Race (mtasa://race.mrgreengaming.com:22003)
Join Mix (mtasa://racemix.mrgreengaming.com:22003)
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Sofa King Cool EN/Global
Click to join (mtasa://87.98.182.70:22005)
Epic-Row Zombie RPG EN (Zombie, RPG)
PvE based zombie gamemode with RPG elements.
Click to join (mtasa://s.epicrow.com:22003)
StoneAge [Rust] EN/PT (Survival, Rust)
StoneAge is a survival server, having the game Rust (Facepunch Studios) as its biggest inspiration. On this server players must search for items and resources, build bases, destroy enemy bases, explore islands, radioactive zones, fight against animals and survive their biggest threat: the other players.
Click to join (mtasa://158.69.122.226:22003)
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San Andreas Police Department: First Response EN (Emergency Services Simulation / RPG / AI)
Step into the life of a Police Officer, Paramedic or Firefighter and react to a wide variety of callouts all over San Andreas.
Click to join (mtasa://37.187.250.129:22004)
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SAAW World War II EN (Team deathmatch / War (Conquest) / Airstrike / Sea war / Tank war)
A team-based tactical world war II server featuring third person and first person gameplay and dozens of different vehicles, weapons, classes and maps. Main objective in every map is to bring the enemy ticket count to zero by capturing points, shooting enemies or sinking convoy ships.
Click to join (mtasa://116.203.196.16:22003)
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make sure the "Moderator" group doesn't have a permission to "command.setgroup" or even have access to the resources tab "general.tab_resources".
(server\mods\deathmatch\acl.xml)
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ERROR CL31
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CL31 means that there's a problem related to your game path, try moving your game to your D:/ disk and reinstall MTA:SA.
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[WIP] Hax's Collection
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These skins are only for displaying purposes atm, both Gwen blue & orange are already into MTA -- this might change in the future as I have invested a lot of time into them, some are pre-made like serpent & gwen, as I managed to import what can be imported, they might feel different than the original versions and missing some components.
Glossy Seprent
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