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Reclaimed: A Spring Creative Challenge (Greyscalegorilla + KitBash3D)
POSTED 19th OF May, 2026, Posted by Summer Magdaraog
Greyscalegorilla and KitBash3D have launched a community creative challenge called “Reclaimed: A Spring Creative Challenge.”
The theme focuses on environmental transformation specifically how natural elements overtake man-made structures over time.
Challenge Overview
Participants are asked to take one or more provided large-scale architectural assets and show them being reclaimed by nature.
Acceptable interpretations include:
- Moss growing over concrete and buildings
- Rusted or weathered steel surfaces
- Ivy covering windows, rooftops, and structures
- Dirt, dust, and signs of long-term neglect
The output can be either:
- A still image, or
- A short animation (maximum 30 seconds)
The goal is to depict a believable transformation from built environments to natural decay.
Free Assets (Provided in Cargo)
All assets are available inside Cargo 3.0 under the free challenge collection.
KitBash3D Models (choose at least one)
- Residential Tower (Manhattan)
- Japanese Tea Shop (Japanese Neighborhoods)
- Bridge A (Neo Dubai)
- City Bus (Municipal Vehicles)
- Bowling Alley (Americana)
Greyscalegorilla Materials
- Pickled Oak Stain White Oak 01
- Ivy (Neo San Francisco)
- Gravel (World War 2)
- Steel Dirty 03
- Gray Smooth Concrete 01
- Fused Silica Glass
- White Granite Tile
- Mossy Ground (Shogun)
Lighting / Textures
- Parking Lot Sunny (European Holiday)
- Cloudy Park (Paradise)
- Scratches 02
- Dust 24
How to Enter
- Download Cargo (free, no subscription required)
- Open Cargo → go to Discover
- Access the free challenge asset set
- Create:
- A still image, or
- An animation (max 30 seconds)
Requirements:
- Must use at least one KitBash3D structure from the challenge set
- Must use at least one Greyscalegorilla asset from the set
Submission Rules
To submit:
- Post on Instagram
- Follow @KitBash3D and @Greyscalegorilla
- Tag both accounts in the post
Use hashtag #madewithCargo
Timeline
- Challenge opens: May 19 (Tuesday)
- Deadline: June 5 at 12:00 PM PT
- Winners announced: June 8 (Monday)
Prizes
Selected winners will receive:
- 1-month access to the Everything Bundle (KitBash3D + Greyscalegorilla)
- Access includes full libraries from both platforms
Some submissions may also be featured by the organizers.
Notes on Workflow
The challenge is built around Cargo 3.0, where Greyscalegorilla and KitBash3D assets are integrated into a single workflow.
This allows users to combine models, materials, lighting, and textures in one environment.
Access Greyscalegorilla and KitBash3D Tools
As an authorized reseller, Motion Media provides access to official Greyscalegorilla and KitBash3D licenses, including asset libraries and creative toolsets used in this challenge.
If you’re planning to explore these tools beyond the free challenge assets, you can get official subscriptions and licenses through Motion Media.
Explore Greyscalegorilla and KitBash3D licenses via Motion Media.