Tencent Holdings released an updated 3D-generation system based on its artificial intelligence (AI) foundation model, Hunyuan, on open-source platforms, a move that is expected to help video game developers produce three-dimensional content more efficiently, from days to a few minutes.
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The open-source Hunyuan3D 2.0, built on Tencent’s own large language model (LLM), is used to generate high-resolution, textured 3D assets, according to a statement by the Shenzhen-based company on Tuesday.
The advanced system includes two foundation components: a shape-generation model called Hunyuan3D-DiT and a texture-synthesis model, Hunyuan3D-Paint.
Tencent also rolled out Hunyuan3D Studio, which it touted as “the industry’s first one-stop platform” that simplifies the recreation process for 3D content using AI. It is available to both professional and amateur users for manipulating or even animating their creations.
The updated 3D-generation model and AI production platform are expected to “effectively lower the barriers to entry for enthusiasts, developers and creators”, Guo Chunchao, head of Tencent’s Hunyuan3D team, said in the statement.
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Apart from improving efficiency, these products would “help realise the value of 3D AI models across various industries”, Guo added.
