Frequently Asked Questions

MapChisel is a focused 3D level editor for creating early level layouts. You can build floors, walls, stairs, ramps, openings, doors, and layered spaces, then test the layout before moving it into the next stage of your workflow.

No. MapChisel is a standalone application rather than a plugin inside the Godot editor. You build and test the layout in MapChisel, then export it when you are ready to continue elsewhere.

MapChisel is currently available for 64-bit Windows.

The Free Preview lets you explore the editor, create and edit layouts, use layers, load an editable MapChisel project, and enter Test Mode. Saving projects and exporting files are not available in the Free Preview.

No time limit or trial expiration is defined for the current Free Preview.

The Full Version unlocks saving editable MapChisel projects and exporting Godot scenes, JSON data, and GLB models. The building, editing, and testing workflow is also available in the Free Preview.

Yes. Test Mode is available in the Free Preview and lets you inspect the layout from a first-person view. The level must contain at least one floor before Test Mode can start.

No. Project saving and all file exports require the Full Version. You can still build, edit, load, and test layouts in the Free Preview.

The Full Version can save an editable MapChisel project and export static or playable Godot scenes, JSON data, and GLB models.

A static scene contains the generated level geometry and collision for continued work in Godot, with doors remaining static. A playable scene adds a first-person inspection setup and linked automatic-door behavior.

A MapChisel project keeps the editable level structure, layers, object settings, and layout properties. Reopen the project later when you want to continue editing it in MapChisel.

The JSON export contains structured level information for custom scripts, tools, and development workflows. It is an export format and cannot be imported back into MapChisel.

The GLB export contains the visible level geometry and color materials for compatible 3D tools and engines. Collision shapes are not included in this export.

No. MapChisel can reopen its editable project format. Godot scenes, JSON files, and GLB models are created for use in the next stage of your workflow.

No. MapChisel provides direct Godot scene export, while JSON and GLB exports can support custom tools, compatible 3D applications, and other development workflows.

No. MapChisel is a standalone Windows application and includes the runtime it needs. Godot is only needed if you want to continue working with an exported Godot scene.

MapChisel focuses on blockouts and early level layouts rather than final detailed artwork. Use it to test rooms, routes, heights, and connections before investing time in detailed models, textures, and final art.

Open the Full Version panel and copy the displayed Computer Code. When you receive the matching license file, choose Load License File and select it to unlock saving and exporting.

Yes. The license file must match the Computer Code shown by MapChisel on that computer. A license created for a different code will not activate the Full Version.

Open the MapChisel documentation for getting started, building tools, selection, layers, Test Mode, saving, exporting, activation, and troubleshooting.

Contact MapChisel support at mapchisel@gmail.com with a clear description of the problem and the steps that led to it.