Farming Simulator Modding For Dummies

Jason van Gumster · Christian Ammann

Aug 2014 · Sold by John Wiley & Sons

About this ebook

Learn the basics of 3D modeling for the popular Farming Simulator game

Do you want to get started with creating your own vehicles, maps, landscapes, and tools that you can use in the game and share with the Farming Simulator community? Then this is the resource for you! With the help of Jason van Gumster, you'll get up and running on everything you need to master 3D modeling and simulation—and have fun while doing it! Inside, you'll find out how to create and edit maps, start using the material panel, customize your mods by adding texture, use the correct file-naming conventions, test your mod in single and multiplayer modes, get a grip on using Vehicle XML, and so much more.

There's no denying that Farming Simulator players love modding—and now there's a trusted, friendly resource to help you take your modding skills to the next level and get even more out of your game. Written in plain English and packed with tons of step-by-step explanations, Farming Simulator Modding For Dummies is a great way to learn the ropes of 3D modeling with the tools available to you in the game. In no time, you'll be wowing your fellow gamesters—and yourself—with custom, kick-butt mods. So what are you waiting for?

• Includes an easy-to-follow introduction to using the GIANTS 3D modeling tools
• Explains how to export models to Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, or FBX
• Provides tips for using the correct image format for textures
• Details how to use Photoshop and Audacity to create custom mods for Farming Simulator

Whether you're one of the legions of rabid fans of the popular Farming Simulator game or just someone who wants to learn the basics of 3D modeling and animation, you'll find everything you need in this handy guide.

Ratings and reviews

This book has helped me mod for myself but... it needs to spend more time on the vehicle.xml stuff I still dont get it

This book will help me make my own mods for the game and I wish it wasn't so expensive but great book all round thank you giants software for providing this helpful guide. :-)

This game is so cool But how do you get animals to your Farm and yes iam running in cheat mood until I get the hang of it ?

About the author

Jason van Gumster is an animator, producer, and designer. He helps moderate the forums at BlenderArtists.org. Christian Ammann is the founder and CEO of GIANTS Software, Inc.