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LuxRender 1.0

Updated: Open-source physically based render engine for Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D and Softimage hits 'official' release.

Monday, September 10th, 2012

See the new features in the open-source alternative to Substance 3D Designer, including DDS support and seven new SDF nodes.

Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

Latest update to the kitbashing software lets you work on more than one object in the free version, and lifts restrictions on object Variants.

Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

Popular GPU-accelerated UV packing add on gets new Dynamic Tiles system and more texel density controls. See all the changes.

Monday, January 19th, 2026

Check out the new features in the latest version of the popular lightweight cloth simulation and 3D garment design add-on for Blender.

Monday, January 19th, 2026

Master crowd simulation for VFX and game cinematics with The Gnomon Workshop's crash course in Maya crowds add-on Golaem.

Saturday, January 17th, 2026

Lightweight 'terrain-aware' tool generates realistic water flow around coastlines and river banks. Works with Eevee and Cycles.

Friday, January 16th, 2026