The Sloyd blog

Techniques, tips and strategies for creating amazing 3D content!
Game Development

The Ultimate Price Showdown: Which 3D AI Service Gives You the Best Bang for Your Buck?

Comparing prices between 3D AI model generators is cumbersome: Every system grants tokens for a different price. We did the hard work for you, and reading this will save you a ton of money!
Sloyd Tutorial

Introducing Sloyd 2.0

What’s new in Sloyd 2.0? Faster workflows, AI texturing, unlimited downloads, and a new image-to-3D tool. Built for creators, rebuilt for speed and creativity.
Sloyd Tutorial

Sloyd's Asset Pages: Your Gateway to 3D Models

Asset pages are a way for users searching for free 3D models to find out what we have in Sloyd before logging in.
Sloyd Tutorial

Introduction: How to Create 3D Models with Sloyd

Discover how to effortlessly craft captivating 3D models using Sloyd's intuitive web app. Unleash your creativity today!
Sloyd Tutorial

Using Sketches and Silhouettes for Image to 3D

Convert 2D sketches to 3D models instantly with Sloyd's Image-to-3D tool! Rapidly prototype game assets, designs & 3D prints. Bring your art to life.
Sloyd Tutorial

3D Models From Photos: Quality, Accuracy, and Limits

Turn 2D images into 3D models with AI! Learn Image-to-3D limits & why Sloyd's ecosystem, unlimited generations & production-ready outputs lead the way.
3D Printing

How to Convert JPEG to STL for 3D Printing

Convert JPEG to STL for 3D printing with AI! Discover the best free tools for 3D modeling and turn your images into physical objects instantly with Sloyd.
Sloyd Tutorial

Common Mistakes When Creating 3D Models From Images

Master AI Image-to-3D! Learn common pitfalls & find the best free tools for perfect 3D models for games & printing. Discover Sloyd's unlimited generations.
3D Modeling

From Concept Art to 3D Model

Transform concept art to 3D models with AI! Discover how Sloyd's Image-to-3D, Text-to-3D, and Template Editor accelerate creation for game dev & 3D printing.
3D Modeling

3D File Formats Explained: STL vs OBJ

Confused about 3D file formats? Learn key differences between STL vs OBJ for 3D printing, game dev, and more. Master your 3D design choices!
Sloyd Tutorial

When Image to 3D Is Not the Right Choice

Master AI 3D creation! Learn when Image-to-3D fails & Sloyd's parametric AI excels for game-ready assets. Get clean models & unlimited generations.
3D Modeling

When Image to 3D Is the Right Choice

Turn any image into a high-quality 3D model with Sloyd's AI Image-to-3D tool. Perfect for game dev, product design, and 3D printing. Get unlimited gens!
3D Modeling

Preparing Flat Images for Better 3D Results

Turn 2D images into amazing 3D models with AI! Discover image optimization secrets for lighting, backgrounds, and focus to ensure perfect AI results.
Sloyd Tutorial

How to Create a 3D Model From Photos

Transform 2D photos into 3D models instantly with AI! Learn how to use Sloyd's image-to-3D tool for games, prints, and more. Fast, easy, and unlimited.
3D Modeling

Optimizing 3D Models: Detail vs. Performance Trade-Offs

Practical guide to balancing visual fidelity and runtime performance for 3D assets, covering LODs, texture baking, compression, and platform budgets.