At Stepico, we bring virtual worlds to life through cutting-edge 3D environment design. Our recent collaboration with a Norway-based company exemplifies our expertise in crafting realistic 3D environments that balance visual fidelity, optimization, and interactive performance. The project involved building a fully game-ready recreation of the Oslofjord Convention Village — a large-scale, real-world location in Norway.
Project Overview: Sweco Oslofjord CC
For this ambitious project, our team developed a 1 square kilometer 3D environment of the Oslofjord Convention Village, a multifunctional complex featuring residential buildings, sports and convention centers, restaurants, a skybar, recreational zones, a beach, and underground parking. The client’s goal was to create a highly detailed and explorable 3D game environment — not just a static architectural model, but an interactive space that could be experienced in real time.
3D Environment Modeling With Next-Gen Tools
To meet these goals, our team utilized the powerful capabilities of Unreal Engine 5, along with a tailored pipeline for 3D environment modeling and real-time performance. We combined photorealism with technical precision, ensuring every asset was optimized for smooth navigation and immersive engagement.
Technologies Used
- Unreal Engine 5: The backbone of our development process, offering industry-leading tools for rendering and interactivity.
- Lumen & Nanite: Enabled real-time global illumination and high-resolution rendering without sacrificing performance.
- PCG (Procedural Content Generation): Allowed efficient creation of large-scale natural details like foliage and terrain elements.
- Custom Shader Systems: Developed for procedural texture blending, delivering realistic surface transitions.
- Instancing & Modular Workflows: Ensured optimal rendering speeds across the vast 3D environment.
Our Creative Solutions in 3D Environment Design
Our approach to 3D environment design emphasized both aesthetic quality and technical efficiency. Key areas, including interior spaces, entrances, and residential zones, were crafted with extra attention to detail, while broader zones were optimized using modular design and instancing techniques.
Highlights:
- Created realistic 3D environments with game-ready fidelity
- Utilized PCG tools to populate the landscape with dynamic, stylized 3D environment elements such as trees, foliage, and ground textures
- Maintained balance between visual realism and real-time performance, ensuring the environment could function as a 3D game environment while preserving architectural accuracy
Bringing Large-Scale 3D Game Environments to Life
This project showcases Stepico’s ability to deliver immersive 3D environments that serve both architectural and interactive needs. By combining innovative technologies with expert 3D environment modeling, we recreated a complex, large-scale location with precision, performance, and artistry.
Whether you’re seeking realistic 3D environments for games, simulations, or virtual presentations, our team has the skills and tools to bring your vision to life.
Let’s Build Your World Together
Looking for expertly crafted 3D game environments? Contact Stepico today to start your journey into immersive world-building.
