Question: How can I create realistic fantasy and sci-fi environments for my video project without breaking the bank?

To build believable fantasy and sci-fi settings for your video project without going over budget, Blockade Labs has a modern alternative with Skybox AI. The tool uses AI to create 360° panoramic worlds so you can quickly create unique settings with Text-to-Skybox, Prompt Enhancer and a variety of art styles. It can also create 3D World Mesh Generation and works with Unity Engine, so it's easy to use and at $20 per month, it's not too expensive.

Another option is Skyglass, an AI video creation tool that lets you set up environments and replace backgrounds. It's got AI background removal, green screen support and real-time AI-generated backgrounds. Skyglass is good for a variety of use cases, and you can pay by the month or year with a Pro option at $18/month or $109/year.

If you want to create high-end, realistic videos from text and images, check out Dream Machine. This AI model can create dynamic and coherent scenes, which means your videos will look more realistic with smooth motion and natural camera movement. It's still working on text input abilities, but if you need high production values, it's a good option.

Last is Masterpiece X, a generative AI tool to create 3D models from text prompts, with mesh, textures and animations. Its browser-based interface is easy to use, and you can remix custom models and select from a variety of model types. It's good for those who don't know how to code, with flexible pricing and 250 free credits if you sign up.