MAG 2X

MAGX2 – Sci-Fi Crossbow
Project: Indie FPS Prototype | Aero Games
Role: 3D Artist – Concept, Design, Modelling & Texturing
Tries: 20.3k

Software: Maya | Substance Painter | Arnold | Photoshop | Unity

The MAGX2 is a futuristic crossbow asset I developed from concept phase to modelled and textured for a first-person shooter game called The Wall, developed by Aero Games, a small indie team of artists and developers collaborating remotely.

Dual Firing Modes:
• Manual Mode: Operates like a traditional crossbow, allowing the user to pull back the string manually. In this mode, electromagnetic components suspend the arrow just before firing, creating a hovering effect that blends old and new technologies.

• Mechanical Mode: Features an integrated motor that automatically draws the bowstring, offering faster and more consistent firing for high-pressure combat scenarios.

Design Details:
• Logos from a fictional in-game weapons manufacturer are placed on both sides of the crossbow, adding world-building detail and narrative depth.
• The model was crafted with clean, optimized topology and UVs for real-time performance.
• Designed to be mechanically believable and animation-ready, supporting realistic movement and rigging.

Development Highlights:
• Led the full asset pipeline: from initial concept art and mechanical design through high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV unwrapping, baking, and PBR texturing.
• Created using industry-standard tools and workflows for integration into a real-time game engine.
• Collaborated remotely using version control and task management tools as part of a professional indie game development workflow.

Although the project was discontinued before implementation, creating the MAGX2 was a valuable opportunity to take an asset from idea to final game-ready model while working as part of a multidisciplinary remote team.