The wait is over, V-Ray 7 for 3ds Max is here! The release makes the visualization workflow faster, more immersive, and highly intuitive, giving artists the tools they need to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. V-Ray 7 introduces support for rendering Gaussian splats, upgraded creative controls in the VFB, advanced scattering options, and more accurate lighting, as well as an expanding library of assets in the Chaos Cosmos library, including asset variants. Additionally, V-Ray GPU optimizations make rendering more memory-efficient and faster, with added support for Caustics. So without further ado, let’s dive deeper into what makes V-Ray 7 a true game-changer.
Environment building like never before
You’ll be amazed at the ease of creating realistic environments now. With V-Ray 7’s revolutionary support for Gaussian splats, you can effortlessly render complex 3D environments with accurate reflections and refractions. Whether placing glass-sheathed skyscrapers in context or crafting detailed natural landscapes, you can achieve a photorealistic render in no time.
On top of that, we recognize the vital role of creating impressive presentations that not only showcase your designs beautifully but also facilitate client approvals. That's why we've made it easier than ever to generate virtual tours directly from V-Ray’s interface. Seamlessly create interactive panorama tours with automatic hotspot generation, or customize with floor plans, context, or customizable transitions—no more exporting, no more hassle. It’s never been easier to immerse clients in your designs, allowing them to experience your work firsthand, all within the V-Ray environment.
Seamless creative control in the VFB
Speaking of streamlining, we’ve enhanced the V-Ray Frame Buffer (VFB) to improve your workflow. With V-Ray 7’s updated VFB, you can now define custom-shaped regions to focus on exactly what needs adjustment—no need to re-render unnecessary areas. Plus, you can apply the vignette camera effects and experiment with different looks thanks to color correction presets available directly within the VFB, eliminating the need for third-party apps.
Next-level scattering for stunning details
We know how much time 3D artists spend on fine tuning scattered elements—whether it’s leaves, pebbles, crowds, you name it. V-Ray 7 just made it way easier with advanced Chaos Scatter features. The new Instance Brush lets you easily add detail where needed or quickly remove unwanted scattered objects with a brushing technique, while Distribution maps offer flexible control over density with a library of presets to choose from. Plus, you can now export scatter-heavy scenes for Chaos Cloud or V-Ray render farm rendering faster and more efficiently. These tools empower you to create intricate, realistic scenes quickly, without the extra time needed for manual adjustments.
Lighting enhancements
But it’s not just about working faster. It’s about capturing those details just right. With improved V-Ray Sun & Sky, you can simulate natural daylight transitions, including nautical twilight, for both stills and animations. New firefly removal algorithm also enhances rendering by eliminating bright spots, helping you achieve high-quality renders faster. V-Ray 7’s support for V-Ray Luminaires introduces lifelike lighting assets to your scenes, instantly enhancing the atmosphere and making presentations even more captivating. With a library of ready-to-render realistic lights available in the Cosmos library, it’s like having a lighting expert on speed dial.
Expand your creative toolbox with Chaos Cosmos
With V-Ray 7, the Chaos Cosmos library continues to grow, now offering asset variants, starting with seasonal changes for vegetation, making it easier to find the perfect fit for your scene, as well as V-Ray Luminiere assets for achieving more accurate lighting faster. Plus, hundreds of new assets.
Supercharged rendering performance
And speaking of speed, the new V-Ray Profiler provides insights into rendering bottlenecks, allowing you to fine-tune performance like never before. To add to that, GPU rendering in V-Ray 7 is significantly faster and more efficient now, giving you one less thing to worry about. V-Ray GPU now supports Caustics, and has been optimized to offer quicker time to first pixel, and even more efficient handling of textures, meaning you can experiment more, iterate faster, and get those amazing results even quicker. More experimenting means more creativity!
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