wParallax has released a new pack of maps that allow the user to create the illusion of detailed rooms behind windows but using a simple plane in place of complex geometry. Find out more on the wParallax website. 

VINZI has announced the launch of MetaShoot, a new plugin for Unreal Engine that simplifies the creation of realistic renders. MetaShoot includes several features designed to simplify lighting and rendering workflows for 3D artists of all skill levels. (more...)

Stability AI has released Stable Diffusion Reimagine, a new tool allowing users to upload images and get AI-generated alternative versions based on a similar look. Try it out on the Clipdrop website. 

SitnSati has announced the release of FumeFX 6 for 3ds Max. (more...)

RenderRam has released a tutorial explaining how to render realistic mirrors. Watch it on YouTube. 

Act3D has announced the release of Lumion 2023, a substantial update to the real time archviz tool that involved a complete rebuild to bring raytracing to its core. See what's new on the Lumion website. 

JangaFX has announced that Embergen is now out of beta. The GPU powered fluid simulation tool used for creating smoke, fire, explosion and more includes the following improvements since we last reported. (more...)

Dreamworks has announced that its Moonray renderer is now open source. (more...)