Lightwave 2020 released

Newtek has released a new version of Lightwave. New features include:

• Two new GI render engines: Brute Force and Irradiance Cache
• Two new hair shaders in FiberFX based on Principled BSDF settings including the AFC (Artist Friendly Control) shader.
• New production tools for open VDB including support for Partio particle objects.
• A redesigned motion system that allows the user to change the rotation order per item to allow for an easier transition from other applications to LightWave.
• Local Action Center for manipulating multiple objects or items in modeller
• A new Pixel Filter for tone mapping 
• Environment lights are now connected directly to the environment, adding the direct sampling of the backdrop.
• Improved workflow in Scene Editor.
• Improved FBx support
• Improved instancing when using 3rd party renderers
• Updated CL shaders
• Improved SSS

Find out more on the Newtek website.