# Introduction
Do you want your Beat Saber gameplay to look like this?
If yes, then read on! This guide explains a lot of things, including how to use Blender to create and edit custom camera paths, how to export the camera paths from Blender using Blender2Camera2, and how to import the movement scripts into Beat Saber and use them with the Camera2 plugin.
Before you dive into the tutorial, PLEASE READ THE REST OF THIS PAGE so you understand what this guide DOES and DOES NOT cover.
# What this guide covers
- How to use Blender, for the purpose of creating custom camera paths
- Audio / video synchronization in Blender
- Tips and tricks for creating smooth camera paths
- How to use the Blender2Camera2 script to export camera paths
- How to load camera paths into the game
- Tips and tricks for capturing the final video
- ... and a few other important things
# What this guide DOES NOT cover
- How to use a VR system
- How to play Beat Saber
- How to install and use an avatar in Beat Saber
- Map creation
- Beat Saber plugin development
# Liability, Warranty, Etc
WARNING
To get the most out of Blender2Camera2 you will need to grab a few other utilities (listed below in the Requirements). When following this guide you assume all risk and liability associated with any action or task that may result in damage or destruction to your data and / or computer. Blender2Camera2 is released with absolutely no warranty, expressed or implied.
Follow the guide carefully and USE YOUR BRAIN. If you are not comfortable with something the guide asks you to do then STOP. Contact me and let me know that you might have found something wrong with the guide.
# Requirements
- Beat Saber (opens new window), obviously
- Blender (opens new window)
- FFMPEG tools (opens new window)
- Avidemux (opens new window)
- The Camera2 (opens new window) plugin for Beat Saber
- The Blender2Camera2 (opens new window) export script and Blender template
- A virtual avatar
- A way to use the virtual avatar, with:
- A way to do screen capture with OBS (opens new window), GeForce Experience, or AMD Radeon ReLive
# Frequently Asked Questions
# Do I have to modify my Beat Saber installation?
You must install the Camera2 (opens new window) plugin to use the movement scripts that Blender2Camera2 will create.
Blender2Camera2 itself has zero dependencies on Beat Saber. You do not even need the game installed on the same PC.
# Do I have to install python?
No. Blender uses its own built-in python environment to execute the Blender2Camera2 export script. You do not need to install python, nor will it interfere with an existing python installation.
# All of these extra applications look pretty sketchy. Do I really need them to work with Blender2Camera2?
Strictly, no. A bare minimum installation only requires Blender. But the additional utilities (and instructions for using them) will make your life much easier.
If you have never used a command line before then applications like FFMPEG will look pretty scary. Don't worry; as long as you download the applications from trusted sources (ONLY use the links I provide in the guide) then you should be fine.
# Do I have to pay to use this software?
Absolutely not. Never. Blender2Camera2 will always be free forever.
# Did you hide something bad in the script?
No, of course not! I encourage everyone to read through the export script, even if you do not understand python. Have a trusted friend read through it as well. I promise there is nothing in the Blender2Camera2 script that was written to do bad things.
# Okay, I understand. Can we get started now?
Yup! Click on Getting Started to begin.