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Sloyd is a cloud-based AI-assisted 3D modeling platform that allows users to generate and customize 3D models through text prompts, image uploads, or customizable templates.[1]

History

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Sloyd was founded in Oslo, Norway, in 2021 by Andreas Edesberg and Avi Latner.[2]

In 2024, the company introduced generative AI features including text-to-3D and image-to-3D tools.[3][4]

By mid-2023, Sloyd reported over 200,000 registered users on its platform.[5]

In 2025, the company released Sloyd 2.0, which included a redesigned editor, expanded presets, and STL export support for 3D printing.[6][7]

Technology

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Sloyd uses generative AI to create 3D models. They also have a template edior that combines parametric templates with AI [3] The platform provides style presets, such as “Fantasy RPG” and “Roblox,” and quality presets including high-detail, low-poly, and 3D-print-ready, designed to match specific workflows.[8] According to *3D Printing Industry* and *3Printr*, the system includes STL export and mesh optimization for 3D printing.[9][10]

Funding and Partnerships

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In June 2024, Sloyd announced a €3 million funding round with participation from SPEEDRUN (a16z Games), Antler, and Skyfall Ventures, along with a strategic investment from Autodesk.[2]

The company was previously selected for Andreessen Horowitz’s (a16z) Speedrun accelerator, which supports early-stage startups in games and AI.[11][12]

In 2025, Sloyd received a Game Changers award from *GamesBeat* for “Adaptation and Resilience.”[13][14]

Sloyd has also partnered with Autodesk, showcasing its technology at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in 2024.[15]

Features

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  • Template Editor: a parametric engine with customizable templates.
  • Text-to-3D: generates 3D models from text prompts, with support for 3D printing.[16]
  • Image-to-3D: generates models from images.
  • Presets: style presets such as Fantasy RPG and Roblox, and quality presets including high detail, low poly, and 3D print-ready.[17]
  • Export: supports GLB, OBJ, PLY, and STL formats.[18]

Use Cases

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  • Game development: asset creation for engines such as Unity.[18]
  • 3D printing: STL export for print-ready models.[19][20]
  • Prototyping: used for early-stage concept generation.[18]
  • Education: browser-based tools for beginners and hobby users.[18]

Comparison

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Sloyd has been mentioned alongside other AI 3D generation platforms such as Meshy, Tripo, and 3DAIStudio. *Futurepedia* and *VentureBeat* noted that Sloyd differs by combining procedural templates with AI-based generation.[1] Reports in *3D Printing Industry* described Sloyd’s use of presets as a way to simplify workflows compared to tools requiring more manual setup.[21]

Reception

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A listing on Software Advice rated Sloyd 4.2 out of 5, citing usability and integration with Blender and Unity.[22]

  • Futurepedia* described the platform as an AI tool that simplifies 3D model generation.[1]

On Reddit, some users expressed skepticism about AI-generated 3D art. A response from Sloyd’s CEO stated that the system’s generation quality had been improved.[23]

Tutorials and Resources

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The company provides tutorials through its official YouTube channel,[24] as well as blog guides such as "Introduction: How to Create 3D Models with Sloyd" and "Beginner's Guide to Procedural 3D Asset Generation".[25][26]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "Sloyd". Futurepedia. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  2. ^ a b De Marzo, Stefano (6 June 2024). "Oslo-based Sloyd bags €3 million to speed up 3D design for creators and gaming companies". EU-Startups. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Sloyd adds AI-driven 3D generation tools". VentureBeat. 3 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  4. ^ "Sloyd adds text-to-3D tools tailored for 3D printers". 3D Printing Industry. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  5. ^ "Sloyd hits 200,000 users with AI-assisted 3D modeling". Tech.eu. 18 July 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  6. ^ "Sloyd 2.0: AI tool for 3D models enables export as STL file for 3D printing". 3Printr. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  7. ^ "Sloyd 2.0 announcement". Sloyd. 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  8. ^ "Additional features: style presets". Sloyd. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  9. ^ "Sloyd adds text-to-3D tools tailored for 3D printers". 3D Printing Industry. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  10. ^ "Sloyd 2.0: AI tool for 3D models enables export as STL file for 3D printing". 3Printr. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  11. ^ "Norske Sloyd fikk innpass i a16z Speedrun". Finansavisen. 29 May 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  12. ^ "Sloyd secures $3M and joins a16z Speedrun". Vestbee. 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  13. ^ "Celebrating the 2025 Game Changers: Adaptation and Resilience". GamesBeat. 19 March 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  14. ^ "2025 Game Changers". Lightspeed Venture Partners. 2025. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  15. ^ "Autodesk at GDC 2024". Autodesk. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  16. ^ "Sloyd adds text-to-3D tools tailored for 3D printers". 3D Printing Industry. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  17. ^ "Additional features: style presets". Sloyd. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  18. ^ a b c d Cite error: The named reference officialsite was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  19. ^ "Sloyd 2.0: AI tool for 3D models enables export as STL file for 3D printing". 3Printr. 15 June 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  20. ^ "Sloyd adds text-to-3D tools tailored for 3D printers". 3D Printing Industry. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  21. ^ "Sloyd adds text-to-3D tools tailored for 3D printers". 3D Printing Industry. 28 March 2023. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  22. ^ "Sloyd Profile". Software Advice. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  23. ^ "Sloyd for generating 3D assets". Reddit. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  24. ^ "Sloyd YouTube channel". YouTube. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  25. ^ "Introduction: How to Create 3D Models with Sloyd". Sloyd Blog. Retrieved 26 August 2025.
  26. ^ "Beginner's Guide to Procedural 3D Asset Generation". Sloyd Blog. Retrieved 26 August 2025.

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