Updated By - July 8, 2010

X-Blender - Portable 3D Creation

X-Blender is based on Blender (Popular Open Source 3D Creation Software) but contains a wrapper to allow a user to run it directly from a USB drive. With this portable 3D tool, you can model, shade, render and create all kinds of 3D graphics and effects. Best of all, it is free open source 3D creation software that can be stored on a portable USB device.

X-Blender | Free Portable 3D Creation Software

X-Blender Portable 3D Creation tool
X-blender Running portably from a USB flash drive

X-Blender, being based on Blender, shares many of its features. Here are some of the core features typically associated with Blender:

  1. 3D Modeling: Blender provides a comprehensive set of tools for creating and editing 3D models. Users can create objects from primitives, sculpt shapes, use modifiers for procedural modeling, and more.
  2. Texturing and Shading: It offers a powerful node-based shader editor for creating complex materials, as well as UV mapping tools for applying textures to 3D models.
  3. 3D Animation: Supports keyframe animation, rigging, inverse kinematics (IK), and a range of animation tools for creating complex animations for characters and objects.
  4. Rendering: It includes a built-in rendering engine capable of producing high-quality images and animations. Additionally, Blender supports third-party render engines like Cycles and Eevee for photorealistic rendering and real-time rendering, respectively.
  5. Simulation: Blender features simulation tools for dynamics (including rigid body, fluid, cloth, and particle simulations), as well as smoke and fire simulation.
  6. Video Editing and Compositing: It offers a full-fledged video editor and compositor, allowing users to edit video footage, add effects, and composite 3D elements into live-action footage.
  7. Scripting and Automation: Supports Python scripting, allowing users to automate tasks, customize the software, and create add-ons to extend its functionality.
  8. Game Development: Includes a game engine (Blender Game Engine) that allows users to create interactive 3D applications and games.
  9. Open Source and Extensible: It's open-source software, meaning its source code is freely available for modification and redistribution. This openness has led to a vibrant community of developers creating add-ons and extensions to enhance Blender's capabilities.

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