Why convert BBMODEL to DAE?
A .bbmodel is Blockbench's own JSON project format that other software can't read, so people export to .dae to move the model, its bones and animations into general 3D tools like Blender or Maya.
How to convert BBMODEL to DAE
Blockbench (desktop) OPEN-SOURCE
In the installed app use the same File > Export > Collada path; the desktop version handles larger projects and batch exports more reliably.
About these formats
.BBMODEL
Blockbench 3D Model Project
A .bbmodel file is the native project file of Blockbench, a free 3D model editor used mainly for Minecraft and other low-poly game models. It is a JSON text file that stores the geometry,…
Open .BBMODEL details →
.DAE
COLLADA Digital Asset Exchange
A DAE file is a COLLADA 3D model stored as plain-text XML. Open it free in Blender on any platform, or on a Mac with Preview. For web and AR use, convert it to glTF/GLB.
Open .DAE details →Quality & what to watch
- DAE carries geometry, hierarchy and animation but has more limited material support than glTF, so complex shaders won't survive.
- Textures are referenced, not always embedded - keep the texture files alongside the
.daeor re-link them in the target app. - Pixel-art textures can appear blurry after import unless you switch the material filtering back to 'Closest'/nearest in the receiving program.
Frequently asked questions
Does DAE keep my animations?
Yes, Collada supports hierarchy and animations, so bone-based Blockbench animations export with the model.
Why does my texture look blurry in Blender?
Blender applies smooth filtering by default; set the image texture interpolation to 'Closest' to restore the crisp pixel look.
Is DAE or glTF better from Blockbench?
glTF preserves materials more faithfully; choose DAE mainly when your target app imports Collada more reliably than glTF.
