Autodesk releases 3ds Max 2027.1

Check out the changes to the 3D modeling and rendering software, including updates to Smart Bevel and the Data Channel modifier.

Thursday, May 21st, 2026

World Machine 4059 'Dragontail Peak' is out

Big update to the veteran terrain generation software adds support for VDM-based 'true 3D' terrain, and overhauls the 3D viewport.

Monday, May 18th, 2026

World Machine will support VDM-based terrain, not just heightmaps

Upcoming Dragontail Peak updates will also bring the veteran terrain-generation software to Linux and macOS as well as Windows.

Tuesday, May 12th, 2026

MeshCache Studio is a fast, flexible viewer for 3D mesh caches

Visualize, review and convert animation and simulation caches with Jasper Brekelmans' new tool, currently free in public beta.

Monday, May 11th, 2026

Tutorial: Claymation in ZBrush

Discover a ground-breaking workflow for creating claymation-style animation digitally with The Gnomon Workshop's tutorial.

Saturday, May 9th, 2026

Maxon adds hex tiling for textures to Redshift 2026.6

Check out the new features in the GPU production renderer, including the new hex tiling system to minimize visible repeats in textures.

Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Autodesk launches free online kitbashing tool Project Falcon

Browser-based tool lets you create models from readymade 3D parts and export them in USD format to apps like Blender and Maya.

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

Sneak peek: NeXus for Blender

Updated: Insydium's popular particle and fluid simulation tool is coming to Blender. Check out its features and likely price and release date.

Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

LightWave Digital unveils LightWave 2026

See the new features in the 3D animation and rendering software, from vehicle auto-rigging to new tools for snow and lighting effects.

Monday, May 4th, 2026

Material authoring software InstaMAT gets native Linux edition

Linux-based VFX and games studios get new alternatives to the Substance 3D tools. Includes the Blender and Maya integrations.

Monday, May 4th, 2026

Autodesk releases Flame 2027

Compositing, finishing and effects software gets a new Annotations system and two new AI models for generating depth maps from clips.

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

Maxon releases Redshift 2026.5

Check out the latest features in the production renderer, including support for Windows on ARM and hardware ray tracing on AMD GPUs.

Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

CLO Virtual Fashion releases Marvelous Designer 2026.0

New features in the 3D clothing design tool include a 3D Pencil, updates to garment rigging and animation, and glTF support.

Monday, April 20th, 2026