Chaos Vantage Enters a New Era

Chaos Vantage 2

We’re excited to share the release of Vantage 2, the latest version of Chaos’ real-time ray tracing software for V-Ray scenes. With nearly 20 new features, Vantage 2 is as powerful for VFX as it is for architectural visualisation, providing easy access to photorealistic animations, previsualisation, and scene explorations at lightning speeds. Here are a … Read more Chaos Vantage Enters a New Era

The Benefits of Upgrading to SketchUp Studio

SketchUp Studio

SketchUp is a 3D modelling software that is widely used by architects, engineers, and designers. SketchUp Pro has been the go-to version for many years, but a more complete tier has been added relatively recently – SketchUp Studio. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading from SketchUp Pro to SketchUp Studio. … Read more The Benefits of Upgrading to SketchUp Studio

V-Ray 6 Arrives for SketchUp and Rhino

Chaos V-Ray 6

V-Ray 6 is here with the latest and greatest in visualisation and collaboration tools – introducing V-Ray 6 for SketchUp, and V-Ray 6 for Rhino. Now, users can bring Enscape projects inside V-Ray and take them to the highest level of photorealism. This powerful workflow bridges designers’ work in the early stages of project development … Read more V-Ray 6 Arrives for SketchUp and Rhino

V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max Arrives with Launch of V-Ray Solo, Premium, and Enterprise!

Chaos V-Ray

This month, we’re excited to introduce not only V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max, but also an important change to the way V-Ray is purchased that gives you access to everything Chaos – all under one simple licence. The new plans, named Solo, Premium, and Enterprise, include access to all V-Ray integrations, as well as continued … Read more V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max Arrives with Launch of V-Ray Solo, Premium, and Enterprise!

Webinar: V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max

V-Ray 6 Webinar

Free WebinarJuly 28th 2022Sign Up Now Join Chaos as they host a live V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max webinar where 3D artists will demonstrate how V-Ray 6’s new features helped create the fantastic visuals for the release video. Explore the unexplored with V-Ray 6 In this webinar, you’ll see:  Adding detail to fill out scenes … Read more Webinar: V-Ray 6 for 3ds Max

The Pixel x Paper x Press Event

Using V-Ray and Chaos Scans in Packaging Visualisation In Shoreditch, London today, an interesting event took place which brought together a number of players from the packaging world: Winter & Company – A global manufacturer of premium packaging.Foilco – A leading foil specialist supplier to the packaging and other industries.Where Giants Roam –  A leading … Read more The Pixel x Paper x Press Event

Christmas Opening Times and End of Year Deals

Christmas Deals

From all of us at CAD Software Direct, we’d like to extend our sincere thanks to our customers and partners, and we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. CAD Software Direct Opening Times Our offices are open as normal on December 23rd, so any orders placed before then will be … Read more Christmas Opening Times and End of Year Deals

Upgrade Your Old V-Ray Licence to V-Ray 5 this December!

V-Ray 3 Upgrade

Starting now until December 31st 2021, V-Ray 3 licence holders can upgrade to V-Ray and save 15%. How Can I Upgrade? Buy a new V-Ray 5 perpetual licence at a 15% discount for a limited time only. This promotion applies to both V-Ray licences and Render Nodes. This includes all perpetual licences such as V-Ray … Read more Upgrade Your Old V-Ray Licence to V-Ray 5 this December!

Autumn Savings Extended!

Autumn Savings

Visit CAD Software Direct throughout November, and you’ll see the AUTUMN5 code available to use at checkout to save an additional 5% on selected popular 3D CAD modelling and rendering software. Save an additional 5% on Rhino 3D Save 5% on new Rhino licences and upgrades using AUTUMN5 at checkout! Rhino 7 is an extremely … Read more Autumn Savings Extended!

20% OFF Chaos Summer Sale

V-Ray Discount

20% OFF Annual Commercial Licences for V-Ray16th – 23rd August 2021 Whether you’re new to V-Ray, looking to save over using a monthly subscription, or want to get back into V-Ray after letting a licence lapse – this is the offer for you! This limited time discount includes the V-Ray Collection, single licences, and additional … Read more 20% OFF Chaos Summer Sale