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See the the new features in the GPU renderers, including better USD support and the option to import and render skinned characters.

Monday, April 14th, 2025

New real-time design exploration and visualization plugin lets users generate photorealistic 4K renders in SketchUp. Now in early access.

Sunday, March 30th, 2025

New series of pro workstation and laptop GPUs include the 'most powerful desktop GPU ever created'. See its key specs for CG work.

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

First RDNA 4 GPUs get strong reviews in the gaming press. But how do they fare in CG apps like Blender and DaVinci Resolve?

Friday, March 7th, 2025

Check out the new features in the architectural modeling app, also used in concept art, including HDRI lighting and PBR materials.

Monday, March 3rd, 2025

Check out the changes to the intuitive NURBS modeler, including a revamped interface, and a new Section Analysis command.

Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

Chaos adds AI visualization and ideation app Veras to its product line. See what the buyout means for users of both firms' tools.

Thursday, February 20th, 2025

Updated 24 December: Find discounts on CG hardware and software available until New Year, including 3DCoat, FumeFX and Yeti.

Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

Check out the new features in the GPU renderers, including initial USD support and a complete new animation system.

Monday, December 23rd, 2024

Game engine now imports meshes, materials, lights and animation in USD format, including in the free Community edition.

Monday, December 16th, 2024

Check out the new features in the real-time visualization software, including improvements to software ray tracing and Artistic Visual Modes.

Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

Check out the new features in the intuitive NURBS modeler, including Deform and Mesh Snap features, and support for SVG import.

Thursday, September 5th, 2024

Discover which NVIDIA GPU is best for CG work in real-world content creation and GPU rendering tests, including Blender, Maya and UE5.

Friday, August 30th, 2024