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<p>Adobe Substance 3D Painter receives a crucial yet subtle update at GDC 2025, enhancing efficiency and precision in-game asset creation.&nbsp;</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Key takeaways</h4>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The new Filled Path tool simplifies detailed texturing.</li>



<li>Path enhancements offer greater precision and usability.</li>



<li>A new automatic cage option improves texture baking.</li>



<li>The substance 3D Indie Bundle was launched on Steam at $24.99/month.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Adobe Substance 3D Painter</h2>



<p>At GDC 2025, Adobe unveiled an essential update to Adobe Substance 3D Painter, introducing several refinements to speed up game asset creation.&nbsp;</p>



<p>While not revolutionary, these changes improve workflow and precision, making the software even more essential for 3D artists.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Filled Path Tool: A game-changer for artists</h2>



<p>One of the most significant updates is the Filled Path tool, a brand-new Path Type allowing artists to trace a shape on a model’s surface and fill it instantly.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This enhancement makes it easier to create intricate details without complex manual adjustments.</p>



<p><strong>Path improvements now include:</strong></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Snapping to geometry for easier alignment.</li>



<li>Functioning as a measuring tool, aiding in precise design adjustments.</li>



<li>Copying between masks and layers streamlines the design process.<br>These updates save time, reduce errors, and improve efficiency across projects.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Texture baking just got smarter</h2>



<p>The new automatic cage option simplifies the often tedious process of baking texture maps.&nbsp;</p>



<p>By eliminating manual guesswork, artists can achieve accurate results much faster, making the texture-baking process more accessible and efficient.</p>



<p>A new unified export window helps streamline file management. Instead of sorting and organizing files, artists can focus more on the creative process.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Substance 3D indie bundle</h2>



<p>In an unexpected move, <a href="https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2025/03/17/create-faster-export-smarter-whats-new-in-substance-3d-painter" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Adobe</a> has introduced the Substance 3D Indie Bundle on Steam for $24.99/month, including:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Substance 3D Painter</li>



<li>Substance 3D Designer</li>



<li>Substance 3D Modeler</li>



<li>A curated package of assets</li>
</ul>



<p>This bundle makes Adobe’s premium 3D tools more accessible to independent creators and small studios.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Expanding the Adobe Substance ecosystem</h2>



<p>Adobe Substance 3D Assets subscribers have access to 20,000+ materials, models, and lights with no download limit, similar to Epic Games’ FAB marketplace. </p>



<p>Recently, Adobe added new Signature Collections from renowned artists Anna Koroleva and Niki Marinov, further enriching its library.</p>



<p>While Adobe’s GDC 2025 update for <a href="https://octet.design/journal/adobe-substance-3d-painter/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adobe Substance 3D Painter</a> isn’t groundbreaking, it reflects a dedicated effort to refine and streamline the 3D art workflow. </p>



<p>Small but high-impact changes make it a must-have for game artists, VFX professionals, and product designers looking for precision and efficiency.</p>



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