Description
OverviewThis realistic 3D model of the Sun is created entirely using procedural shaders in Blender, offering a glowing, animated, and scientifically accurate solar appearance. The model captures the natural turbulence, solar radiation, and plasma dynamics of the Sun’s surface without relying on external image textures. Designed with game-ready optimization, it ensures smooth performance in space simulations, sci-fi environments, educational content, documentaries, and motion graphics.
Thanks to its procedural texture system, the model can be customized in real-time — you can adjust brightness, glow intensity, emission strength, and color variations directly within the shader controls. This flexibility makes it ideal for both close-up cinematic shots and distant background visuals, while keeping the file lightweight and easy to work with.
Key Features
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Created with Blender v3.5.1 – ensuring modern compatibility and stable performance
- Fully procedural realistic solar surface – no image textures required, reducing file size and improving portability
- Optimized for EEVEE for real-time rendering and quick previews
- Adjustable parameters including emission strength, glow, turbulence scale, and color
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Low-poly, clean topology for fast rendering without sacrificing detail
- Can be scaled, duplicated, or customized easily for different projects
- Suitable for VR/AR applications, cinematic shots, educational content, and motion graphics
- Compatible with multiple rendering engines and workflows
Geometry and Topology
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Vertices: 8,453
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Polygons: 8,448
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Mesh Type: Clean polygonal mesh, balanced for performance and realism
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Level of Detail: Optimized for both real-time scenes and offline high-quality rendering
Included File Formats
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.blend – Native Blender file with complete procedural shader setup
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.fbx – Widely supported for game engines and 3D applications
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.obj – Universal 3D file format for broad compatibility
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.stl – Suitable for 3D printing (non-functional, display only)
All files are organized, cleanly named, and ready for direct import into your project.
Suggested Use Cases
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Sci-fi movie scenes and cinematics featuring solar or cosmic visuals
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Astronomy and solar system educational content for schools, museums, or documentaries
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Augmented Reality (AR) / Virtual Reality (VR) simulations of space environments
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Scientific visualization projects involving astrophysics or solar research
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Shader learning and experimentation for procedural texture creation
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Background environment elements in space or sci-fi themed projects
Licensing and UsageThis model is royalty-free for both personal and commercial use. Redistribution or resale of the source files is not permitted.
Why This Model?If you are searching for a high-quality, scientifically inspired, and fully procedural Sun model that is lightweight yet visually stunning, this asset is the perfect choice. It offers:
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Procedural flexibility – adjust parameters to create unique variations of the Sun
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Optimized low-poly topology – perfect for real-time and offline rendering
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Cross-platform compatibility – works in multiple formats and rendering engines
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Professional visual quality – suitable for both cinematic close-ups and background scenes
Whether you are producing a space documentary, building a VR solar system simulation, or enhancing a sci-fi movie, this model delivers exceptional realism with minimal setup effort.