ToolsTexturing
Gimp
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free and open-source raster graphics editor. It's a powerful alternative to Photoshop for:
GIMP is a free, open-source image editor, the closest thing to a free
Photoshop. For League modding, install the
Gimp Tex Plugin so it can open .tex
files directly.
What you'll use it for
- Edit champion splash arts and loading screens.
- Modify or create custom textures.
- Work with
.ddsand.texfiles (with plugins). - Make transparent PNGs for UI elements.
GIMP only handles 2D image work. For 3D models, use Maya or Blender.
Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop is a professional image editing tool available via subscription. While Photoshop doesn't natively support DDS files (commonly used in game moddi…
Paint.NET
Free, lightweight Windows image editor. The simplest option for League texture work if Photoshop and GIMP feel like overkill.