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Big update to the terrain generation tool for games and VFX adds new features, cuts prices, and lifts the revenue cap on the Indie edition.

Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

Read our pick of the latest features in the open-source 3D software, from the Raycast node to rendering and animation improvements.

Tuesday, March 17th, 2026

'GPT moment for graphics' blends trad rendering with generative AI. Read our FAQs on what it means for games, and CG tools that use DLSS.

Tuesday, March 17th, 2026

Updated: games and VFX artists can now apply for temporary licenses of EmberGen, LiquiGen, IlluGen and GeoGen via JangaFX's web portal.

Friday, March 13th, 2026

See what's new in the promising alternative to the Substance tools for texture painting and material authoring. Free to indie artists.

Thursday, March 12th, 2026

Check out the latest features in the free update to the industry-standard set of add-on tools for Foundry's 3D texture painting software.

Thursday, March 12th, 2026

New Blender Fractals pack generates lightweight, animatable 3D fractals for motion graphics, VFX or illustration work.

Wednesday, March 11th, 2026

Updated: 6X Dynamic Multi Frame Generation due in beta this month in the AI tech used to boost frame rates in games and CG software.

Tuesday, March 10th, 2026

Check out the new features in the latest major version of the 3D texture painting software for games, motion graphics and VFX.

Tuesday, March 10th, 2026

Improve your composition and Photoshop workflow with The Gnomon Workshop's masterclass in character and environment design.

Saturday, March 7th, 2026

New online tool for VFX and game artists generates ultra-detailed 16K skin textures based on an existing 3D character with 2K textures.

Friday, March 6th, 2026

Popular 3ds Max particle and multiphysics add-on for VFX and motion graphics gets neat new GPU-based Zenith fluid engine.

Thursday, March 5th, 2026

Inbibo's add-on for Maya - and now Houdini - provides a simple way to add simulated soft tissues to characters in VFX and games.

Wednesday, March 4th, 2026