Modelling for HL in Solidworks Created 9 years ago2015-11-24 09:40:33 UTC by Tsaras

Is it possible to model something in Solidworks and export it into some way so that it can become a HL model?

Ultimately, you'll need to convert the model again before you can make a HL model, then you need to compile it.

I recommend blender, it's free and has plugins for Half life. So find a format you can export from solidworks, and import into blender. Then you'll need to add a single bone for a static model, or multiple bones and an animation for a dynamic (animated) model. Export that file to a .smd, and create a qc script to compile the model.

It's a pain to figure out for the first time, but once you get the workflow down, it's not too hard.

If you need help along the way, just ask.

Thanks a lot for the swift reply, I'll be trying this lot soon.