BD3D has released Scatter 5.3, the latest version of its parametric scattering tool for Blender. (more...)

Paul Neales has released a tutorial explaining how to make a parametric chain using 3ds Max's new array modifier. Watch in on YouTube. 

Chaos has released a new reel of VFX work created with V-Ray. Watch it on YouTube. 

Keentools has announced the release of GeoTracker a new 3D object-tracking plugin for After effects. (more...)

Kstudio has released Curlipse, a new spline plugin for 3ds Max that can create shapes like open or closed flat or 3D elliptical or circular spline helixes and N-gon shapes with a lot of options. Unlike the standard helix shape, Curlipse generates a valid curved shape with the ability to specify interpolation steps. Find out more on the Kstudio website. 

AXYZ design has announced the release of Anima 5. New features include a new realistic 4D Digital Human walking character system. These include facial expressions and clothing deformations. To support these characters, a new pedestrian path generation system has been included, designed for use in both close and medium camera shots. (more...)

Image Engine has released a breakdown reels for its work on Obi-Wan Kenobi. Watch it on YouTube. 

Jonathan “nuclearfriend” Murphy has released a plugin for Unreal that allows the editor import Blender source files as assets, just as you would a normal FBX. Find out more on the Unreal Engine Marketplace.