V-Ray Next: A New Era for 3ds Max

The Chaos Group has finally unveiled its latest iteration in rendering technology, V-Ray Next, specifically designed for 3ds Max users. The question on everyone's mind is why this new version is called V-Ray Next and not V-Ray V4. According to Lon Grohs, Chief Creative Officer at the Chaos Group, the answer is simple: 'V-Ray 4 for 3ds Max doesn't sound very good.' This response highlights the group's focus on creating a more user-friendly and appealing experience.

V-Ray Next will be available for download on Tuesday, the 22nd, marking the beginning of a new era in rendering technology. The Chaos Group has also revealed that its second-largest user base, after 3ds Max, is SketchUp, which demonstrates the broad range of applications for V-Ray.

While other versions of V-Ray, such as those for Maya and others, will follow later this year, V-Ray Next is being released first for 3ds Max, a nod to the historical importance of this software in the V-Ray universe. The Maya version is currently in Beta testing and is expected to be launched fully at SIGGRAPH 2018.

As we dive into the details of V-Ray Next, it's clear that this new version offers significant improvements over its predecessors. Although many specifics were revealed during the Beta phase, here is a summary of what to expect: 'chaos group vray 3ds max'.

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