Low Poly Set Modeling for Video Games
A course by Daniel Gutiérrez, Art Director and 3D Modeler
Learn to create low-poly sets with Blender and Unity
A video game allows you to build worlds that give players the opportunity to live unique experiences. From the big picture down to the smallest details, it all adds up to creating different sensations. Art director and 3D modeling specialist Daniel Gutiérrez has extensive experience designing sets for independent video games, which you can enjoy on platforms such as Xbox, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.
In this online course, Daniel teaches you how to design, 3D model, and texture a low-poly set in Blender and then integrate it into Unity, a world-famous video game development platform.
If you’ve taken his first Domestika course, Low Poly Character Modeling for Video Games, you already know how to create low-poly characters. Now it's time to bring those characters to life by creating a universe for them to inhabit.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 14 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (268)
- 8,672 students
- 15 lessons (1h 44m)
- 14 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Blender
Unity 3DWhat is this course's project?
Learn to model, texture, and compose a 3D set in a low-poly style with Blender and Unity.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, artists, programmers, independent developers, and anyone interested in getting started in 3D modeling and the world of video games. This is also a perfect follow-up course if you've already taken Low Poly Character Modeling for Video Games.
Requirements and materials
Previous knowledge of 3D modeling or Blender is not essential as Daniel explains all the tools step by step.
As far as materials go, you need a computer with Blender and Unity installed.
Reviews
Daniel Gutiérrez
A course by Daniel Gutiérrez
Daniel Gutiérrez is an art director and 3D modeler from Mexico. After finishing his degree in graphic design, he began searching for a new adventure and helped create a small indie game studio called Lienzo. This led him down a completely different career path than he initially planned. He currently works as an art director making games for different platforms and major gaming consoles.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Basic fundamentals
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What is low poly?
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Installing and navigating in Blender
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Installing and browsing Unity
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Design and templates
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U3
Modeling, materials and textures
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Tree modeling
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Cloud and rock modeling
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Modeling a windmill
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UV maps
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Mill textures
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U4
Arming stage and post-effects
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Exporting for Unity
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Build your stage
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Camera
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Final details and effects
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FP
Final project
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Create your low poly scenario for a video game
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FAQs
Low poly modeling means creating 3D models with a limited number of polygons, which helps optimize game performance while achieving a stylish, minimalist look.
No prior experience is required, but basic 3D modeling knowledge or an interest in learning Blender and Unity is recommended, as this is an intermediate-level course.
You’ll learn how to create low poly models in Blender, texture them, export and assemble interactive scenes in Unity, plus apply visual effects and optimize assets for games.
You’ll need Blender installed for 3D modeling and texturing, and Unity (via Unity Hub) for scene integration and composition.
The course teaches you how to export low poly models as FBX files from Blender and import them properly into Unity for scene use.
Yes, you’ll learn how to create UV maps in Blender and apply optimized textures to low poly models, adding visual variety without overloading resources.
Yes, the course covers techniques for building narrative scenes, using real-world references, and applying color, lighting, and composition principles to craft expressive environments.
Blender
Unity 3D
Me encanta, muy buen curso. La explicación super clara y entendible. Lo recomiendo ampliamente a quien desee aprender a diseñar escenarios y personajes.
Guys the AI translated audio is very jarring to hear and makes it very hard to follow allong and concentrate. It's the same for all other spanish based courses I bought and I really regret it. You should not advertise that the courses have audio in other language if the quality is this bad. You should at least quality check your products but should really hire real voice translators.
Muy bueno, me ayudo a agilizar mi proyecto.
Me ha parecido muy flojo, el profesor no responde a las dudas en los foros y el sofware está muy desactualizado.
Me encanto la forma en la que explicas la integracion del lowpoly en el 3D y en unity