🎨 reforge - Effortlessly Export Scenes from Blender

📥 Overview

Reforge is a Blender add-on designed for exporting your scenes into a Defold project seamlessly. With Reforge, you can export:

• .glb meshes
• .model files that support multiple materials
• .go prefabs that are created once and never overwritten
• .collection scene files that group instances under an embedded root

Additionally, Reforge supports optional convex collision export for prototypes and texture export into your Defold project.

🚀 Getting Started

This guide will help you download and run Reforge easily, even if you have no programming experience. Follow these steps.

Step 1: Visit the Reforge Releases Page

Go to the Reforge releases page. Here, you will find all available versions of the add-on.

Step 2: Download the ZIP File

1. Look for the version you want to install. It will be listed as reforge-<version>.zip.
2. Click on the version number to begin the download.

Step 3: Open Blender

Ensure Blender is installed on your computer. You can download Blender from the official Blender website.

Step 4: Access Preferences in Blender

1. Open Blender.
2. From the top menu, click on Edit.
3. From the dropdown, select Preferences.

Step 5: Navigate to the Add-ons Section

1. In the Preferences window, click on the Add-ons tab on the left side.
2. This section will show you the currently installed add-ons and allow you to manage them.

Step 6: Install Reforge from Disk

1. Click the Install from Disk… button at the top of the window.
2. In the file explorer that opens, locate and select the reforge-<version>.zip file you downloaded.
3. Click Install Add-on.

Step 7: Enable the Add-on

After installing, you need to enable Reforge:

1. In the Add-ons section, use the search bar to find "Reforge".
2. Check the box next to the Reforge entry to enable it.
3. Blender will automatically save your preferences.

🛠️ Optional Features

Reforge provides additional functionalities to enhance your workflow:

• Convex Collision Export: This feature allows you to add collision elements to your prototypes. It helps ensure your game objects interact correctly in Defold.
• Texture Export: Reforge can include textures in your exported files, which makes it easy to apply visual details directly in your Defold project.

📥 Download & Install

To download Reforge, visit the Reforge releases page and follow the installation instructions above. This structured approach will help you set up the add-on without hassle.

📘 Support and Documentation

If you run into issues or have questions, check the GitHub Issues page. Here, you can find answers or report problems related to the add-on.

🛡️ System Requirements

• Blender 2.8 or later
• A Defold project environment for integration

Make sure your Blender version meets these requirements to ensure smooth functionality.

🌍 Community and Contributions

Join the Reforge community! Share your experiences and projects using this add-on. If you would like to contribute to the Reforge project, consider checking the guidelines on GitHub.

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Enjoy exporting your scenes with Reforge, and streamline your game development process!