At the time of writing (6th Nov. 2014), the current version of V-Ray for SketchUp does not officially support SketchUp 2015. However, Chaos are in the final testing phases of an update which will include support for the new version including a 64bit version of V-Ray for SketchUp to match the new 64bit version of SketchUp. Although we … Read more
The V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp Service pack 2 is now available for download at the Chaos Group Downloads page. This is a free update for all current V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp users. What’s New in V-Ray 2.0 for SketchUp SP2? • V-Ray Express: Users can easily access more than 200 materials and interchangeable lighting setups … Read more
The release of the Maxwell plugin for SketchUp 2014 compatibility is imminent. However, for those of you that can’t wait to get started the beta version is available. All you need to do is be signed into the forum, then go to: http://www.maxwellrender.com/betas/ and download it.
V-Ray for SketchUp 2.0 is available to buy now! New to Version 2.0 GEOMETRY V-Ray Proxy – an indispensable tool for managing scene memory and efficiently rendering massive amounts of geometry. V-Ray Proxy objects are dynamically loaded and unloaded at render-time, saving vital RAM resources. Use V-Ray Proxy to render millions of polygons at … Read more
The imminent V-Ray for Skethup release has been promoted to v2.0 in light of the major upgrades and improvements. To test the latest beta release, visit the Chaos site here. Remember: Purchase V-Ray for Sketchup now at current pricing and receive the free upgrade to v2.0 when released (subject to the cost of a … Read more
A little bird tells us the release of V-Ray for SketchUp 1.6 is nearly here. All new purchases of V-Ray for SketchUp from now until the 1.6 release qualify for a free upgrade, you just have to buy a V-Ray dongle (or if you already have one you can use that). New features of 1.6 … Read more
SketchUp Pro now requires a subscription with every new 2013 license and for existing users upgrading simply means purchasing a subscription. There is no longer a Sketchup upgrade product. Subscriptions are available for either 12 or 24 months; users will receive technical support and future updates as and when new software is released. This … Read more
SketchUp Pro 2013 is available to buy now. Sketchup Pro now uses a subscription model – and with a license upgrade or a new license purchase users will received twelve months of future updates to Sketchup Pro. This also includes technical support via email and phone support for licensing and installation issues. All users … Read more
If you are an existing V-Ray for Sketchup user, or if you’re a prospective user, then news of the V-Ray for Sketchup 1.6 open beta release will be welcome (and greatly expected) news. Final stage development is now under way and this is your chance to provide feedback and get a sneak peak of some … Read more
New Shaderlight for SketchUp Release Thanks to the release of version 2.4, SketchUpUsers of Shaderlight can now render faster and more efficiently. Shaderlight 2.4 is available for free to existing Shaderlight v2 customers. New users can purchase the new release as a full or timed access license at CAD Software Direct. This month, users can … Read more