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In game model supplied by licencor. This Maliwan Pistol was chosen from a handful of different weapon styles from Borderlands.
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First 3D model built from referencing game images.
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Brief 3D build in Solidworks of the process.
3D Print of this replica weapon was a crucial part of the process of making sure size and scale was accurate.
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We found that the natural design of the gun from the game was not ergonomically sound. We had to re-position the trigger, thumb loop and hand grip to work correctly. With this change, internal parts were re-positioned to fit correctly.
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Basic call outs for color, material and finish. This also included a major decision in the project to add cell shading (like in the game) or not.
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Laser-tech hexagon placement on 3D model
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Sample of finished working prototype minus some art deco.
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Keyshot rendering transition from clay base to full color.
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Final renderings from Keyshot, touch ups in Adobe Photoshop.
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