AI-driven techniques have emerged as powerful tools for generating variations in character assets, enriching character customization and enhancing the variety of generated 3D characters while significantly reducing manual effort. Instead of manually sculpting each variation, developers may efficiently create diverse garments, hairstyles, and accessories.

Deformable variations consist of both shape and texture variations, such as changes in asset proportions, or limb positioning, and alterations in texture, including color, material properties, surface details, and intricate patterns. These variations enable a diverse range of character appearances while preserving the underlying identity of the asset.

Use in Popul8

Similarly to 3D head and body generation, Popul8 users will be able generate Deformable variations. The user will be able to right-click on a Deformable to create a Deformable Variation asset, which will have user configurable settings:

• Variation Parameters. The user may tweak variation settings by selecting from predefined styles (e.g., "Cyberpunk," "Medieval," "Sci-Fi") or input custom preferences.
• Generate Variations. With a single click, Popul8 generates multiple variations of the Deformable in seconds. The user sees a preview grid displaying different versions with subtle or significant differences.
• Fine-Tuning & Customization. If a variation is close but not perfect, the user can refine specific elements using sliders or direct sculpting tools.

Once satisfied, the user saves the generated assets by pressing Apply Changes.