Retopology Services for Game-Ready 3D Models
High-poly sculpts need clean topology to run in real-time. Kreonit’s retopology artists transform dense sculpted meshes into optimized, animation-ready models that maintain visual quality while hitting your polygon budget targets.
What Is Retopology?
Retopology is the process of rebuilding a 3D mesh with clean edge flow, proper polygon density, and animation-friendly topology. It’s the critical bridge between sculpting and rigging that determines how well a character deforms during animation.
Our Retopology Services
- Character and creature retopology
- Hard surface (vehicles, props, weapons)
- Environmental asset retopology
- Automated + manual hybrid retopology
- Normal map baking from high to low poly
- LOD (Level of Detail) mesh creation
Polygon Budget Guide
| Asset Type | Mobile | PC/Console |
|---|---|---|
| Hero character | 3K–8K tris | 20K–80K tris |
| NPC/enemy | 1K–4K tris | 5K–20K tris |
| Prop (key) | 500–2K tris | 2K–10K tris |
| Vehicle | 2K–8K tris | 10K–50K tris |
FAQ: Retopology
How long does retopology take per character?
Simple character: 4–8 hours. Complex character with accessories: 16–40 hours. Hard surface vehicles: 8–24 hours depending on complexity.
Do you do automatic retopology?
We use tools like ZRemesher and Instant Meshes for initial passes, then refine manually to ensure proper edge loops, especially around joints and facial features.
Is retopology included with character modeling?
We offer retopology as a standalone service or as part of full character production pipelines — whichever fits your workflow.
What formats do you deliver?
FBX, OBJ, and engine-native formats (Unity package, Unreal asset) with accompanying normal maps and material IDs.
Can you retopologize existing assets from our team?
Yes. Send us your high-poly meshes and polygon budgets and we’ll deliver optimized, game-ready versions.
🔗 Related: Blocking & UV | 2D Environment Design | Vehicle Modeling | Game Dev Outsourcing
📩 Get game-ready meshes that animate beautifully. Contact Kreonit for retopology services.
