Two weeks ago, I posted here to see if people would be interested in an open-source local AI 3D model generator

Developer Lightningpixel has released the beta for Modly, a novel open-source desktop application designed to generate 3D meshes from 2D images entirely on a local computer. This approach offers significant advantages in privacy, cost, and offline usability compared to cloud-based 3D generation services. The initial release supports the Hunyuan3D 2 Mini model, a capable open-source text-to-3D generator, with plans to integrate more models through a modular extension system. This architecture allows the core application to remain lightweight while users can add support for new AI models as they become available.

The project, which began as a community inquiry two weeks ago, is now publicly available on GitHub for early testing and feedback. The developer is actively seeking input from the open-source and 3D creation communities to shape its future. Key questions include which features are most critical for professional workflows, what 3D file export formats (like .obj, .glb, .stl) are essential, and which open-source models should be prioritized for integration next. This collaborative development model aims to build a tool that directly addresses the practical needs of 3D artists, game developers, and hobbyists seeking accessible, local 3D asset creation.