Solid Snake, Pocket Version!?

Whoa! Props to the artist of this. Additional photos/wireframes here

Reference: Modeling/Texturing

Always nice to see how the pros work. Also a good idea is how they have a character map to compare individual heights..




3D Modeling (Modeling)

3D Modeling Part 2 (Modeling/Texturing)

3D Modeling Part 3 (Texturing Process)

Reference: Cherry Darling

This is a great example of a how a low poly model with great textures can used to capture the likeness of a film character. Check the source for more.

Manga Blur - Low Poly Model

Very low poly! 100 polys on this character, rigged and animated. This video also includes wireframe mode!

Reference: Lara Croft Wireframe

A comparison of the first model of Lara Croft compared to the one used in current-gen systems.