Difference between revisions of "Blocks by Google"

Developer	Google
Software platform	SteamVR, Oculus Rift
Device	HTC Vive, Oculus Rift
Operating System	Windows
Input device	Tracked Motion Controllers
Play Area	Seated, Room-Scale
Website	https://vr.google.com/objects

Latest revision as of 03:29, 26 February 2025

Blocks by Google is a VR app. It is an example of a VR app that allows creativity and export of designed 3D objects.

It works with VR controllers.

Modeling ToolEdit

The program enables the user to create 3D objects in a virtual space through the use of 6 different tools. It is possible to turn, tilt, rotate, and transform the size of the model.

System requirementsEdit

WindowsEdit

MinimumEdit

OS: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 or later, Windows 10
Processor: CPU: Intel i5-4590, AMD FX 8350 equivalent or better
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970, AMD Radeon R9 290 equivalent or better
Storage: 1 GB available space

RecommendedEdit

Memory: 8 GB RAM

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-'''Blocks by Google''' is a [[VR app]]. Blocks by Google is one of the latest titles from the people behind the world’s most popular search engine and is currently a F2P title for anyone to pick up and try out using their VR controllers to enjoy. Released back on the 6th July, 2017 – the tool provides the user with a number of simple to use tools to create whatever they please in a VR space.
+'''Blocks by Google''' is a [[VR app]]. It is an example of a VR app that allows creativity and export of designed 3D objects.
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+It works with VR controllers.
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 ==Modeling Tool==
 The program enables the user to create 3D objects in a virtual space through the use of 6 different tools. It is possible to turn, tilt, rotate, and transform the size of the model.
-==Visuals for the Models==
-Aesthetically this VR tool has taken a slightly different approach from other tools in this sort of space and that’s because it has taken a more polygon-looking aesthetic to everything. Everything you build will look like it’s made out of bright and interesting low-res polygons and while it’s a style I can personally get behind, it’s obvious to see where it could be lacking.
-For instance, with polygons there is only so much you can do to a shape to contort it and resize it to how you’d like it, so in regards to other tools out there it doesn’t exactly have the same complexity. But what it does lack for complexity, it more than makes up for accessibility, as it really is the sort of thing you could get anyone into to trying and enjoying, without the need to have a serious creative mind on your shoulders.
-==Ease of Use==
-There really isn’t too much difficulty into getting started when you hope onto Blocks for the very first time, as everything you need is at the touch of a button. Everything you need to gain access to is on the controllers that are currently strapped to your hands at the time and with a beautifully simple UI pop-up that has the user simply point and click for what they need, within five minutes you’ll have gotten to grasp with everything you need. Google have designed Blocks to be as beginner friendly as possible and they’ve certainly managed it with this, as it makes it easily viable for anyone who wishes to try out some modelling in VR.
-==The End Result==
-With Blocks, Google have set out to create a 3D modelling tool that’s viable for all ages and has designed it for anyone and everyone to use right from the very get-go. Due to the sacrifice of making it easy-to-use, the level of complexity is reduced somewhat, but Blocks isn’t expected to be used for budding game developers or serious animation studios. It’s the sort of tool/program you want to try if you’ve never tried modelling a 3D shape before and makes it incredibly easy for any and all uses in an open VR space.
-Block is quite honestly the perfect excuse for someone to get into 3D modelling, as it gives the user just about everything they need to make a real start on their idea, without having to worry about complicated tools or terms that might throw people off from giving it a chance.
-==Description==
-Blocks lets you easily create 3D objects in virtual reality, no matter your modelling experience. Using six simple tools, you can bring your applications to life, create a volumetric masterpiece, or simply let your imagination run wild.
-Get inspired by others’ creations or publish your own to inspire the world around you. No matter your modeling experience, you’ll create beautiful 3D objects in no time.
 ==System requirements==
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Developer	Google
Software platform	SteamVR, Oculus Rift
Device	HTC Vive, Oculus Rift
Operating System	Windows
Input device	Tracked Motion Controllers
Play Area	Seated, Room-Scale
Website	https://vr.google.com/objects