It doesn't take much effort to make 3D letters. It does take some time though, but it is relatively easy to do. Just place a few vertices to form the general shape in an outline form, duplicate it to get the back for depth, and texture it.
Another option is to make an animated GIF.
"You level up the fastest and easiest if you do things at your own level and no higher or lower" - useful tip
My 2D game - release on Jun 13th; My tutorials
