Explore Phun Orf: A Forgotten 2000s 3D Modeling Tool

Remember the early 2000s? Dial-up internet, chunky computer towers, and surprisingly robust free software? Phun Orf was one such gem: a free 3D modeling program that let anyone, regardless of experience, build and manipulate 3D objects using a physics engine. It fostered a small but dedicated community, then vanished. This article explores Phun Orf's story, its technical aspects, its place in 3D modeling history, and why its legacy highlights the critical need for digital preservation....

February 28, 2025 · 3 min · 536 words · Brenda Price