The re-creation of the high school from the anime "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya" (涼宮ハルヒの憂鬱) - Nishinomiya Kita High School. This re-creation is a 1:1 3D model from exterior to interior. See the wiki for information about the 3D model, layout and history of the school. The 3D models released free to use for any project, commercial too. Take a look at the license to see what you are allowed to do with the assets.
Currently the main building of the high school is getting created. Below is an image pulled from Google Maps displaying the real high school which is getting re-created.
The 3D models are simple objects with a low poly count to maximize the performance. By instancing repeating objects like classrooms, windows, hallways etc. the batch calling and usage of VRAM is minimized to increase the performance (FPS, loading times).
This optimization increases the development time of the project, in order to make sure that the final 3D files released are on a professional standard to which everyone can easily import and use.
The project is being made in the open-source program Blender.
Take a look in Projects to see the current issues that need resolving. Feel free to submit an issue if there is a problem with a 3D model, copyright or other reason.
If you wish to support the development, having confidence in your 3D skills, you are welcome to request joining the project. In which case, make sure you read the contributing and agree to the terms.
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