About ambientCG
ambientCG is a free library of physically based rendering (PBR) materials, HDR lighting maps and 3D models. It is aimed at people who build 3D scenes, games and visual effects.
What it does
The site lets you browse and download surface textures such as stone, ground, tiles, snow and sand. It also offers lighting environments and 3D models. Each material comes as a set of maps that can be applied in common 3D software and game engines. You pick a category, check the preview and download the files you need.
Key features
- Surface materials such as stone, ground, metal and fabric
- HDRI environment maps for lighting scenes
- Free 3D models in a downloadable library
- CC0 license with no attribution required
Who it's for
Game developers, 3D artists, architectural visualisers and students who need realistic textures without licensing paperwork. The license lets you use the files in commercial work without giving credit.
Pricing and good to know
Downloads are free, and the site says all assets use the CC0 public domain license. Support is optional through Patreon or Ko-fi, and patrons get perks such as ad-free browsing. Texture requests are not guaranteed, so plan your own materials when a project needs something specific.
Highlights
- Surface textures such as stone, metal, fabric and ground
- HDRI environment maps for scene lighting
- Free 3D models in a downloadable library
- CC0 license with no attribution required
