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Pixolator

08-09-10, 06:22 PM

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Welcome to the official launch of ZBrush 4.0 for Win and Mac!

The big day is here!

ZBrush was first released 10 years ago as a tool by artists, for artists.

Our vision has always been to develop new and innovative features that push the boundaries of what has been previously possible for digital art. We are thrilled to offer this new breakthrough 10th Anniversary ZBrush 4.0 Win or Mac version for download and purchase right now!

ZBrush 4.0 is packed with new and exciting features, additions and changes designed to fit your needs and the way you work. (You can explore these in more depth below.)

Our special thanks goes out to all those involved in the making and development of ZBrush 4: the beta testers, artists and all those who work at Pixologic offices around the world!

We trust that this exciting version of ZBrush will continue to be a major part of your day to day artistic work-flow, opening you to an ever expanding world of creativity.

We look forward to seeing your ZB4 work and comments on ZBrushCentral.com (http://www.zbrushcentral.com)

Enjoy the journey and discovery!

The Pixologic Team

________________________________________

ZBrush 4 Features

Within the frame below we've provided an informative look at the key features in ZBrush 4.
Be sure to visit all four tabs, watch the many movies and see what the new version can do!

<IFRAME src="http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/zbrush4/overview/index_zbc.php" frameBorder=0 width=975 height=1400></IFRAME>

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Want to See More?

Our beta testers have created a number of threads with exciting images,
tips for using the new features and even step-by-steps to showcase ZBrush 4.

>>>ZBrush 4 BetaTesters Forum<<< (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/forumdisplay.php?f=112)

________________________________________

ZBrush 4 Plugins

In addition, all plugins have been updated for ZBrush 4 Win and Mac! They are available in the Download Center (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/downloadcenter/zplugins/) today! (Note: Some plugins from earlier versions are no longer available because their functionality has now been built directly into ZBrush 4.)

MME.jpg

NEW!!! Multi-Map Exporter makes it easy to export texture, displacement and normal maps for every SubTool of your model at once. It even supports multiple UV regions!

:: More about Multi-Map Exporter (http://www.pixologic.com/docs/index.php/Multi_Map_Exporter)
:: FAQ for Multi-Map Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91688)

UVMaster.jpg

With one click of the button UV Master automatically produces UVs for 3D models created by or imported into ZBrush. UV Master is designed to make the creation of UVs easily accessible for all artists who need to create human-readable UV maps for painting textures in any kind of 2D image editor.

:: More about UV Master (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/UV-Master/)
:: UV Master PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=mac/UV_Master_1.0_documentation.pdf.zip)
:: FAQ for UV Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91893)

PaintStop.jpg

PaintStop is a powerful addition to ZBrush's extensive plugin library. It configures your user interface and settings to give you the true-to-life feel of using real world art tools. In addition to the many brushes, pencils and paints that are available in PaintStop, you can choose from a variety of different canvas types to change the look and feel of your final piece.

:: More about PaintStop (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/PaintStop/)
:: PaintStop PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=PaintStop_1.0.pdf.zip)
:: FAQ for Paint Stop (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91897)

3DPE.jpg

With 3D Print Exporter you will be able to export your favorite ZTool in STL or VRML format, opening you to the world of 3D printing. Now it's possible for you to print your model! Sculpt your art in ZBrush, optimize if needed with the Decimation Master plugin and then export your work with 3D Print Exporter!

:: More about 3D Print Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=71266)
:: 3D Print Exporter Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=3D_Print_Exporter_Documentation.pdf .zip)
:: FAQ for 3D Print Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91899)

DM.jpg

With Decimation Master you will be able to easily reduce the polygon count of your models in a very efficient way while keeping all their sculpted details. This solution is one of the fastest available and is able to optimize your high polycount models from ZBrush, allowing you to export them to your other 3D software packages or output them from ZBrush using 3D Print Exporter. And in ZBrush 4, Decimation Master can now operate in full 64-bit mode!

:: More about Decimation Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=71265)
:: Decimation Master PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=Decimation_Master_Documentation.pdf .zip)
:: FAQ for Decimation Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91900)

zapplink.jpg

ZAppLink is a ZBrush plugin that allows you to seamlessly integrate your favorite image editing software directly into your ZBrush workflow. Call up your image editing package while in ZBrush, use it to modify the active ZBrush document or tool and then go straight back into ZBrush. ZAppLink is also now available for the Mac!

:: More about ZAppLink (http://www.zbrush.info/docs/index.php/ZApp_Link)
:: FAQ for ZAppLink (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91901)

transpose_master.jpg

TransPose Master allows you to pose a model with multiple SubTools by creating one combined model of each SubTool's lowest resolution level. Once this low resolution version is posed you can then transfer the pose back to your original high resolution model with the click of a button.

:: More about TransPose Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=054270)
:: FAQ for TransPose Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91902)

subtool_master.jpg

SubTool Master allows you to mirror, duplicate and export all your SubTools at once, fill your SubTools with color/and or materials, import a group of models together to create a single Tool with multiple SubTools and much, much more!

:: More about SubTool Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=57154)
:: FAQ for SubTool Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91903)

adjust.jpg

This plugin is for adjusting your Draw Size, Focal Shift and Z intensity settings without interrupting your workflow.

:: More about Adjust Draw Size (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=45611)
:: FAQ for Adjust Draw Size / Focal Shift / Z Intensity (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91905)

Note to Mac users: The LightBox web-access plugins are not included with the current download for Mac. They will be made available to download at a later date.

________________________________________

Please see the details below on how to get ZBrush 4.0.
There are instructions for both new purchases and free upgrades to existing customers.

Upgrading to ZBrush 4.0
All current ZBrush license holders are entitled to a free upgrade to ZBrush 4.0 Win/Mac, regardless of when they purchased ZBrush. If you currently have ZBrush 3.5 (PC) or 3.2 (Mac) you will be sent your upgrade instructions beginning now!

Upgrade instructions will be sent in batches over the next few days. In order to be completely fair to everyone, the order in which upgrades will be sent out has been randomized. Please do not contact Support to inquire about your upgrade email before August 16.

UPDATE: All upgrade emails have been sent by Cleverbridge. If you did not receive yours, see here (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showpost.php?p=721660&postcount=651).

If you pre-ordered ZBrush 4 in the 10th Anniversary Special Edition packaging, you will receive an email with instructions so that you can download ZBrush 4 right away. This email will be sent out along with the upgrade batches above. In the next few weeks you will also receive your Special Edition package by mail.

If you never upgraded to the current ZBrush version (3.12 for Mac or 3.5 for PC) you will not receive an upgrade email. In this case, please submit a Support ticket at http://support.pixologic.com (http://support.pixologic.com/) as soon as possible so that an upgrade link can be created for you. Be sure to include the purchase information for your current ZBrush license.

An option to purchase a backup CD will also be available for those upgrading to ZBrush 4.0. The Special Edition package is not available for upgrades at this time.

Purchasing ZBrush 4.0
ZBrush 4.0 is now available for sale in the Pixologic Online Store (http://www.pixologic.com/store/), for immediate download.

In addition to the usual backup CD option, Pixologic has also released a limited 10th Anniversary Special Edition package of ZBrush 4.0 for Win/Mac.

Z4-CD&Tin.jpg
The Special Edition comes in a black metal case.

Due to the limited quantity of ZBrush 4.0 Special Editions, this package will only be available while supplies last.
ZBrush 4.0 Win/Mac downloads and optional Special Edition packaging (while supplies last) will be $699 per license.

ZBrush 4.0 in the standard packaging is also available to purchase from our authorized resellers (http://www.pixologic.com/resellers/) beginning as soon as they receive their stock.

© 2010 Pixologic, Inc. All rights reserved, Pixologic and the Pixologic logo, ZBrush , and the ZBrush logo are registered trademarks of Pixologic, Inc. Various patents pending.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Doqpelgänger

08-09-10, 06:24 PM

menos mal...

Blaine91555

08-09-10, 06:24 PM

:tu::tu:
Thanks for the list. That's what I came looking for.

moonlitmaverick

08-09-10, 06:27 PM

just checked and it is here! gonna read all the details now.

NUNOREBELO

08-09-10, 06:28 PM

Happy birthday Zbrush!

manzarek123

08-09-10, 06:29 PM

A HUGE thank you! Pixologic, let the party starts now!! :cool:

ghost-d

08-09-10, 06:29 PM

4.0, Baby!!!

satbirarora

08-09-10, 06:29 PM

ZBrushUnleashedBanner.jpg

Welcome to the official launch of ZBrush 4.0 for Win and Mac!

The big day is here!

ZBrush was first released 10 years ago as a tool by artists, for artists.

Our vision has always been to develop new and innovative features that push the boundaries of what has been previously possible for digital art. We are now thrilled to offer this new breakthrough 10th Anniversary ZBrush 4.0 Win or Mac version for download and purchase right now!

ZBrush 4.0 is packed with new and exciting features, additions and changes designed to fit your needs and the way you work. (You can explore these in more depth below.)

Our special thanks goes out to all those involved in the making and development of ZBrush 4: the beta testers, artists and all those who work at Pixologic offices around the world!

We trust that this exciting version of ZBrush will continue to be a major part of your day to day artistic work-flow, opening you to an ever expanding world of creativity.

We look forward to seeing your ZB4 work and comments on ZBrushCentral.com (http://www.zbrushcentral.com)

Enjoy the journey and discovery!

The Pixologic Team

________________________________________

ZBrush 4 Features

Within the frame below we've provided an informative look at the key features in ZBrush 4.
Be sure to visit all four tabs, watch the many movies and see what the new version can do!

<IFRAME src="http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/zbrush4/overview/index_zbc.php" frameBorder=0 width=975 height=1400></IFRAME>

________________________________________

Want to See More?

Our beta testers have created a number of threads with exciting images,
tips for using the new features and even step-by-steps to showcase ZBrush 4.

Forum Will be Available Shortly

________________________________________

ZBrush 4 Plugins

In addition, all plugins have been updated for ZBrush 4 Win and Mac! They are available in the Download Center (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/downloadcenter/zplugins/) today! (Note: Some plugins from earlier versions are no longer available because their functionality has now been built directly into ZBrush 4.)

MME.jpg

NEW!!! Multi-Map Exporter makes it easy to export texture, displacement and normal maps for every SubTool of your model at once. It even supports multiple UV regions!

:: More about Multi-Map Exporter (http://www.pixologic.com/docs/index.php/Multi_Map_Exporter)
:: FAQ for Multi-Map Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91688)

UVMaster.jpg

With one click of the button UV Master automatically produces UVs for 3D models created by or imported into ZBrush. UV Master is designed to make the creation of UVs easily accessible for all artists who need to create human-readable UV maps for painting textures in any kind of 2D image editor.

:: More about UV Master (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/UV-Master/)
:: UV Master PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=mac/UV_Master_1.0_documentation.pdf.zip)
:: FAQ for UV Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91893)

PaintStop.jpg

PaintStop is a powerful addition to ZBrush's extensive plugin library. It configures your user interface and settings to give you the true-to-life feel of using real world art tools. In addition to the many brushes, pencils and paints that are available in PaintStop, you can choose from a variety of different canvas types to change the look and feel of your final piece.

:: More about PaintStop (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/features/PaintStop/)
:: PaintStop PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=PaintStop_1.0.pdf.zip)
:: FAQ for Paint Stop (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91897)

3DPE.jpg

With 3D Print Exporter you will be able to export your favorite ZTool in STL or VRML format, opening you to the world of 3D printing. Now it's possible for you to print your model! Sculpt your art in ZBrush, optimize if needed with the Decimation Master plugin and then export your work with 3D Print Exporter!

:: More about 3D Print Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=71266)
:: 3D Print Exporter Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=3D_Print_Exporter_Documentation.pdf .zip)
:: FAQ for 3D Print Exporter (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91899)

DM.jpg

With Decimation Master you will be able to easily reduce the polygon count of your models in a very efficient way while keeping all their sculpted details. This solution is one of the fastest available and is able to optimize your high polycount models from ZBrush, allowing you to export them to your other 3D software packages or output them from ZBrush using 3D Print Exporter. And in ZBrush 4, Decimation Master can now operate in full 64-bit mode!

:: More about Decimation Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=71265)
:: Decimation Master PDF Manual (http://download.pixologic.com/Plugins/download.php?f=Decimation_Master_Documentation.pdf .zip)
:: FAQ for Decimation Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91900)

zapplink.jpg

ZAppLink is a ZBrush plugin that allows you to seamlessly integrate your favorite image editing software directly into your ZBrush workflow. Call up your image editing package while in ZBrush, use it to modify the active ZBrush document or tool and then go straight back into ZBrush. ZAppLink is also now available for the Mac!

:: More about ZAppLink (http://www.zbrush.info/docs/index.php/ZApp_Link)
:: FAQ for ZAppLink (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91901)

transpose_master.jpg

TransPose Master allows you to pose a model with multiple SubTools by creating one combined model of each SubTool's lowest resolution level. Once this low resolution version is posed you can then transfer the pose back to your original high resolution model with the click of a button.

:: More about TransPose Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=054270)
:: FAQ for TransPose Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91902)

subtool_master.jpg

SubTool Master allows you to mirror, duplicate and export all your SubTools at once, fill your SubTools with color/and or materials, import a group of models together to create a single Tool with multiple SubTools and much, much more!

:: More about SubTool Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=57154)
:: FAQ for SubTool Master (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91903)

adjust.jpg

This plugin is for adjusting your Draw Size, Focal Shift and Z intensity settings without interrupting your workflow.

:: More about Adjust Draw Size (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/showthread.php?t=45611)
:: FAQ for Adjust Draw Size / Focal Shift / Z Intensity (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=91905)

________________________________________

Please see the details below on how to get ZBrush 4.0.
There are instructions for both new purchases and free upgrades to existing customers.

Upgrading to ZBrush 4.0

All current ZBrush license holders are entitled to a free upgrade to ZBrush 4.0 Win/Mac, regardless of when they purchased ZBrush. If you currently have ZBrush 3.5 (PC) or 3.2 (Mac) you will be sent your upgrade instructions beginning now!

Upgrade instructions will be sent in batches over the next few days. In order to be completely fair to everyone, the order in which upgrades will be sent out has been randomized. Please do not contact Support to inquire about your upgrade email before August 16.

If you pre-ordered ZBrush 4 in the 10th Anniversary Special Edition packaging, you will receive an email with instructions so that you can download ZBrush 4 right away. This email will be sent out along with the upgrade batches above. In the next few weeks you will also receive your Special Edition package by mail.

If you never upgraded to the current ZBrush version (3.12 for Mac or 3.5 for PC) you will not receive an upgrade email. In this case, please submit a Support ticket at http://support.pixologic.com (http://support.pixologic.com/) as soon as possible so that an upgrade link can be created for you. Be sure to include the purchase information for your current ZBrush license.

An option to purchase a backup CD will also be available for those upgrading to ZBrush 4.0. The Special Edition package is not available for upgrades at this time.

Purchasing ZBrush 4.0

ZBrush 4.0 is now available for sale in the Pixologic Online Store (http://www.pixologic.com/store/), for immediate download.

In addition to the usual backup CD option, Pixologic has also released a limited 10th Anniversary Special Edition package of ZBrush 4.0 for Win/Mac.

Z4-CD&Tin.jpg
The Special Edition comes in a black metal case.

Due to the limited quantity of ZBrush 4.0 Special Editions, this package will only be available while supplies last.

ZBrush 4.0 Pricing

:b3: For a limited period until 9/9/10 (9th Sept 2010) Pixologic is offering ZBrush 4.0 Win or Mac downloadable licenses with optional Special Edition packaging at the existing ZBrush 3.5 purchase price of $595 per license.
:b3: After 9/9/10 ZBrush 4.0 Win/Mac downloads and optional Special Edition packaging (while supplies last) will be $699 per license.

Shipping is not included.ZBrush 4.0 in the standard packaging is also available to purchase from our authorized resellers (http://www.pixologic.com/resellers/) beginning as soon as they receive their stock.

© 2010 Pixologic, Inc. All rights reserved, Pixologic and the Pixologic logo, ZBrush , and the ZBrush logo are registered trademarks of Pixologic, Inc. Various patents pending.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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sealtiel

08-09-10, 06:30 PM

yeah

Vsions

08-09-10, 06:30 PM

Thank you Pixologic!! you guys made my night. You guys rock!

Teyon

08-09-10, 06:31 PM

All Sorts Of Awesomeness!

Mr.Storm

08-09-10, 06:31 PM

I called them and told them to let us have it right now!!!
You guys can thank me by buying me a new Imac 27" i7

-peace

Unleashed

08-09-10, 06:31 PM

I feel so touched they decided to have my name there to help market their product :D

delete

08-09-10, 06:35 PM

Happy birthday and thank you for epic win, Pixologic.

Spyndel

08-09-10, 06:35 PM

Thanks for the free, timely release, on time with the announced release date! Can't wait to check out the new features.

*stares at inbox*

sueds

08-09-10, 06:37 PM

that's sweet just need to check the features.

NUNOREBELO

08-09-10, 06:38 PM

Finally Polypaint Layers!!!!:D

Webhead

08-09-10, 06:38 PM

Well, perfect timing. I can't think of a better time for my internet connection to be cutting in and out, then right now.

Avan-AMS

08-09-10, 06:39 PM

this is the only im goin to say "Render Your Art Directly in ZBrush" a big thanks for that

PilcrowDesigns

08-09-10, 06:40 PM

Happy 10th Anniversary!!!!

Reactor

08-09-10, 06:45 PM

Awesome, can't wait.

(okay, I can :))

digital_3d

08-09-10, 06:48 PM

Thanks pixologic for the gift.
I will have a look on new features of 4.0.

stuart1983

08-09-10, 06:49 PM

Thanks, Pixologic!
I can't wait! :tu:

SquidWatch

08-09-10, 06:52 PM

Thank you so much Pixologic!

Jelmer

08-09-10, 06:55 PM

Congratulations on getting out the door in time Pixologic! I am sure the community will embrace this release. Happy Zbrushing everyone!

TezZy

08-09-10, 06:55 PM

must be loads of people looking at it all at once.....I can't load it

robo3687

08-09-10, 06:57 PM

yay....now to patiently (or not) sit and wait for the email to arrive

Spyndel

08-09-10, 06:57 PM

must be loads of people looking at it all at once.....I can't load itMe either. It would be cool if they'd upload a copy to you tube or something too, to spread the bandwidth around.

chris-carter

08-09-10, 07:01 PM

I'm impressed. Soooooooooooo many new, relevant, game-changing features. :D

Cezar Souza

08-09-10, 07:02 PM

Congratulations on the birthday and for keeping your promise! You guys really delivered the goods this time! Astounishing! :O

KrakenCMT

08-09-10, 07:02 PM

spaceboy412

08-09-10, 07:03 PM

F5 F5 F5 F5 F5
eventually i'll get to see whats new and sh*t bricks

nix21

08-09-10, 07:04 PM

The big flashy new stuff is cool and all but it is the little things that will make me happy....

-Marquee, Lasso and Circle strokes working with symmetry for hiding, masking and slicing

Thank you, finally!

Others little ones I particularly enjoy:

-Deformations are now in real-time when moving the sliders, giving you live feedback.
-Contact support for SubTools: deform multiple SubTools while maintaining your defined contact points between them
-Elasticity settings to stretch your model without stretching the topology.
-Move Elastic, Move Topo, Move Parts: Stretch and deform with no constraints

Ruaidhrigh

08-09-10, 07:06 PM

IE 8 is the same, will not load....

Any one hear about Spotlight and Lightbox... ?????

TezZy

08-09-10, 07:07 PM

"Decimation Master is now 64bits."

wonder what that means?

Doqpelgänger

08-09-10, 07:11 PM

"Decimation Master is now 64bits."

wonder what that means?Yeah, same here...

aurick

08-09-10, 07:13 PM

Congrats on the release Pixologic!

Wish I could see the vids. The area where those tabs are supposed to be is just one giant white pic and it never loads. I'm in Safari 5 BTW and just tried Opera as well with no luck.

Tomorrow's headline on CNN: ZBrush Breaks Internet

Seriously though, it's just a matter of being patient. The problem isn't your browser; it's that word got out around the world about the feature pages in an incredibly short time. Everyone is trying to view them right now. :)

jramauri

08-09-10, 07:13 PM

The complete list, for those who can't see.

ZProjects
* Save all loaded tools, document size, light, material, timeline and render settings in one click.
* ZBrush 4 even includes sample projects to help you discover new features.

Best Preview Render
* Renders Shadows, Ambient Occlusion, Fibers, SSS and Transparency with advanced anti-aliasing.
* Multi-pass rendering with Shadow, Color, Ambient Occlusion, Mask and Depth as separate maps.
* Render for still images or animations.

Project presentation
* Timeline for more than just simple turntables and animations.
* Keyframe management: copy, move, etc.
* Audio support with color beats for manual animation synchronization.
* Fade in/out and cut keyframes for nice transitions.
* Ease in/out keyframes.
* MDD animation file format support for exporting and importing animation.
* Animation-capable layers, Tools, ZSpheres, background and more.

Concept creation
* Shadow Box for free-form creation.
* Move Elastic Brush to create stretch-free extrusions.
* Reproject improved for more finely tuned control of the results.
* Mannequin for quick scene setup.
* TransPose units to help you in proportions and sizes.

Hard Sculpting
* Clip brushes for slicing your models.
* By Radius and By Polygroups modes for the Clip brushes.
* Shadow Box to create original sculpting bases, combined with radial symmetry.
* New Strokes: Circle, Square, Curves.

Major brushes:
* MatchMaker, the perfect brush to deform your mesh to conform to other 3D models.
* Deco brushes, turn, spin - perfect for creative patterns!
* Clay Buildup will be your new Clay brush for the rough sculpting.
* Move Elastic, Move Topo, Move Parts: Stretch and deform with no constraints.

Strokes:
* Roll mode improved with the Roll distance.
* New lasso/marquee selection mode, circle by center, perfect circle, curve for masking and hiding.
* Marquee, Lasso and Circle strokes working with symmetry for hiding, masking and slicing.

Pipeline and Productivity
* GoZ with Autodesk Maya (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011), Autodesk 3DSMax (2009, 2010, 2011), Luxology modo 401 (Sp2 to sp5), Cinema 4D R11 and R11.5
* GoZ SDK for integrating GoZ in additional software packages.
* Xpose to explode all SubTools, making it easy to work on a hidden one or create stunning animated effects.
* SubTool Duplicate and Insert, List All + ABC, Merge All for more flexibility when working on complex models.
* Solo mode to quickly isolate the current SubTool.

3D Painting and Materials
* PolyPaint Layers for more freedom in 3D painting.
* SpotLight to edit textures on the fly and then use them to paint by projection.
* Gradient transparency for anti-aliased transparency in PolyPainting.
* New shaders: Fast Overlay and Fresnel Overlay for more effects in your materials.
* New Fresnel and SSS settings for more realistic materials!
* New Blinn Specular added to the default shader for a better skin specular effect.
* Large number of blending modes between materials: Add, Subtract, difference, darken, etc.

Misc
* Topology auto masking to protect closed areas which are not directly connected.
* Elasticity settings to stretch your model without stretching the topology.
* Orientation settings: rotate your alphas while sculpting.
* Tile alphas for more creativity with brushes.
* Non-Square alphas are supported, avoiding distortions.
* Contact support for SubTools: deform multiple SubTools while maintaining your defined contact points between them!
* Relax Deformation: relax your topology without altering the shape.
* Inflate Balloon Deformation for a variation of the relax deformation.
* Deformations are now in real-time when moving the sliders, giving you live feedback.
* New File menu to manage all content.

Plugins
* Decimation Master is now 64bits.
* Original size is kept when exporting with 3D Print Exporter.
* Unwrap all SubTools at once with UVMaster.
* New Multi-map exporter for fast and easy creation of many maps at once including: normal, displacement, ambient occlusion, etc.
* Various additions in SubTool Master and TransPose Master.

Dmonk

08-09-10, 07:14 PM

The Move Topo brush is very much welcomed!

bogeywash

08-09-10, 07:16 PM

congrats pixo on what looks like it will be another ground breaking step foward.
ive heard that goz is still only on the mac?.

KrakenCMT

08-09-10, 07:18 PM

Tomorrow's headline on CNN: ZBrush Breaks Internet

Seriously though, it's just a matter of being patient. The problem isn't your browser; it's that word got out around the world about the feature pages in an incredibly short time. Everyone is trying to view them right now. :)

Haha! I figured as much. I'm just like everyone else hunched over my keyboard refreshing the screen every minute hoping to catch a glimpse of the greatness to come. Patience was never a strong suit of mine. :lol: But darn it! I'll wait until the wee hours of the morning if I have to!

Thank you, jramauri!

spider2544

08-09-10, 07:21 PM

they should have uploaded mirrors of their videos to youtube to handle the massive flood.

HaloAnimator

08-09-10, 07:23 PM

Zmapper?! AHHHHHHHH! Yes, yes, yes... i have missed you so... Pixo is so good to us...now i can finish my model

Spyndel

08-09-10, 07:26 PM

Just watched the shadowbox and clipping brush vids. I think this may very well be the first version of Zbrush that actually lives up to its promise of hardsurfaces and an all Zbrush modeling workflow. Hopefully the topology tools are more reliable now to support that idea.

I can't get this program soon enough.

jinchoung

08-09-10, 07:27 PM

holy crap, .mdd?!?!?!

man, i thought zbrush was just fending off the likes of mudbox... it looks like it's gunning for modo too!

awesome stuff.

jin

Spyndel

08-09-10, 07:30 PM

What...what the...SSS material settings????

TJX

08-09-10, 07:33 PM

GoZ support for Maya 2008 but not MAX 2008? I am dissapoint.

Webhead

08-09-10, 07:34 PM

I got my email to download ZBrush 4. Unfortunately, my internet keeps cutting out on me, so I can't download it. Instead of downloading Z4 I'm talking to my internet provider, trying to figure out how to get my connection to stop cutting in and out on me.

Julian_K

08-09-10, 07:37 PM

@jramauri (member.php?u=28459) thanks a lot for the list.

boobzkrewer

08-09-10, 07:38 PM

I wonder if there is any way to apply a spec map within zbrush now

HaloAnimator

08-09-10, 07:40 PM

Hopefully layered polypaint will help that :)

shunkof

08-09-10, 07:46 PM

:tu:Finally!!

willbrown1

08-09-10, 07:46 PM

CONGRATULATIONS!

What a brilliant achievement! We artists and the world are enriched by your generosity and integrity!

Infinite possibilities have opened up with this release. ZBC will soon be showcasing a deluge of NEW mind blowing creations …forever.

Happy 10th Birthday! :D :D
:tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu:

oofnish

08-09-10, 07:51 PM

zomg.

There aren't words. I had a mental list of things I was hoping might show up in this version, one or two of which would have made me quite happy. Instead, every single one is here, plus a few more! Can't wait to get my hands on it to play around!

Looks awesome guys -- ZB is far and away the best money I have ever spent on software! Thanks!

campi

08-09-10, 07:52 PM

.. and their server just went down: Error retrieving URL www.pixologic.com :)

Good job :)

goast666

08-09-10, 07:52 PM

I believe I now have every tool I wanted Z to have...the real question is

64bit OS?!?! Yes or No? I can't find anything on it anywhere.

MoonChild

08-09-10, 07:55 PM

THANK YOU!!!

badassembly

08-09-10, 07:56 PM

I can't believe I got it so quick! I waited for days for 3.5!!

SolidSnakexxx

08-09-10, 07:57 PM

Awesome! The moment I've been waiting for~!

Spyndel

08-09-10, 08:02 PM

Just watched the vid with material SSS. That makes me really happy. It's something Ive always wanted in ZB, but never thought it would be enough of a priority for the sculpting focused direction they had been going.

Thanks Pix!

xeno3d

08-09-10, 08:03 PM

I can't believe I got it so quick! I waited for days for 3.5!!

Lucky :)

jaystein777

08-09-10, 08:05 PM

that is all..................

Sriprem

08-09-10, 08:06 PM

Thank you Pixologic!! :tu: :tu:
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http://3dmantra.carbonmade.com

badassembly

08-09-10, 08:07 PM

D'oh! Maybe not so fast:

There was an error emailing your activation key.

Servers are acting screwy. I'm sure they'll fix it soon.

jaystein

08-09-10, 08:08 PM

Cool Pixo fixed my original login! Pixo, you're on FIRE!!!!

xeno3d

08-09-10, 08:08 PM

The list of features is amazing.

Who is doing the voice overs on the videos?

gregoconn

08-09-10, 08:10 PM

I believe I now have every tool I wanted Z to have...the real question is

64bit OS?!?! Yes or No? I can't find anything on it anywhere.I'm waiting on an answer to this question as well.

sculptor.zb

08-09-10, 08:15 PM

HaPpY BIRTHDAY !! PIXOLOGIC....:D .....THANX FOR UR HARD WORK....:tu:..I HAVE'NT GOT ANY MAIL YET...:(

3dzeiro

08-09-10, 08:19 PM

thx god!!!

Webhead

08-09-10, 08:20 PM

Well, I finally managed to download Z4 after two tries because of intermittent internet problems, but I can't use it because my connection cut out before I got a valid license. Crap!!

AngelHoof

08-09-10, 08:20 PM

Who is doing the voice overs on the videos?
If it's the same as before, it'd be Martin Knapp, but I'm guessing by your post that it's not him? ;)

jeh in

08-09-10, 08:21 PM

:b2::b4::b2:OMG!
Can anybody buy this for me?!?!! PLEASE! I will do. ..a year of model/render(s) for your project! satisfaction promised.(bows)

welfare will just not fit this bill ;not after the last one
:(

xeno3d

08-09-10, 08:22 PM

If it's the same as before, it'd be Martin Knapp, but I'm guessing by your post that it's not him? ;)

I'm not sure, his voice is different in the Z4 vids

xeno3d

08-09-10, 08:23 PM

Well, I finally managed to download Z4 after two tries because of intermittent internet problems, but I can't use it because my connection cut out before I got a valid license. Crap!!

So... is Z4 a clean install or does it install on top of 3.5?

Dmonk

08-09-10, 08:26 PM

Upload the vids to the ZBrush 3D info Channel and let YouTube handle some of the traffic for you.

nstine

08-09-10, 08:27 PM

So... is Z4 a clean install or does it install on top of 3.5?
I believe a few days ago Aurick mentioned that it is a separate install so you can continue to use previous versions of zbrush as well.

industripop

08-09-10, 08:30 PM

Are fanboys having alone time with these videos? I can't even get close to watching any of them.

Webhead

08-09-10, 08:30 PM

So... is Z4 a clean install or does it install on top of 3.5?
Past versions are still there and intact.

precisionart

08-09-10, 08:31 PM

I have three questions:

1. Is there more accurate lighting and a better real-time render (while working)? That is my number one request.

2. Has layers been taken to the next step? I was hoping for groups and mainly the ability to merge different layers, maybe the ability to easily save masks in layers.

3. Surely this is full 64 bit isn't it??? 32 bit would be like putting wooden wheels on a Ferrari.

kakachu

08-09-10, 08:34 PM

Thank you!!!Pixologic!!You are the best!!

TezZy

08-09-10, 08:35 PM

No mention of 32bit but it does seem strange that decimation master is 64bit, because in other programs I don't think you can use a 64bit plugin on a 32bit program

Slosh

08-09-10, 08:36 PM

Just announced: Pixologic will be supplying your choice of a free box of tissues or an old gym sock with each download. :lol:

To all of the zeeks out there giving up sleep tonight to play with their new toys, I'll have a cup of coffee on your behalf. I hope I get my link tonight, as well, but maybe sleep might not be a bad idea. I already stayed up last night waiting (silly me. I've been at this for 8 years now with Pixologic).

Webhead

08-09-10, 08:41 PM

To those who can play with Z4 tonight, let this poor schmuck know what you think. This is as far as I can get: The welcome screen. Wish I had my @#&@ key!! So close!!!!

Welcome Screen.jpg

boobzkrewer

08-09-10, 08:46 PM

LoL @ Webhead. I am a bit perplexed with the lack of info regarding spotlight, anyone know anything about it yet*.

spaceboy412

08-09-10, 08:46 PM

still no realtime transparency...:(

Mike Rhodes

08-09-10, 08:52 PM

Got my zBrush 4! :tu: :tu: :tu: :tu:

Had some moments with the activation, kept on saying that there was some issue with e-mailing... kept on trying and finally I got the activation!

For the first time in years, this Mac user got his ZBrush update the same time the PC guys got theirs! That's the way it should be, Thanx Pix!

Now, excuse me, I got some Z'ing to do... :D

xeno3d

08-09-10, 08:53 PM

I hope I get mine tonight :)

holto

08-09-10, 08:56 PM

HOLY CRAP!!! I have the newest version of zBrush on time and with the same features as the Windows version!

Thanks guys, way yo step up your game! Now, can anyone tell me how to launch shadowbox? lol.

happy birthday pix.

- Holto

boobzkrewer

08-09-10, 08:58 PM

here are some downloadable vids for those of you who cant view them yet

pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animateExpose.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/timeLine1.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animate3Dlayers.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins1.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins2.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/introducingClipBrushes.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/brushRadius.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAlphas.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxReference.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/rectAndCircleMasks.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/lassoAndCurveMasks.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/moveTopological.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/decoBrushes.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaRoll.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/selectAndClipBrush.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/Zbrush4_GoZ_1.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animateExpose.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v
pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaTiling.f4v

myVET

08-09-10, 09:01 PM

http://www.pixologic01.com/zbrush/features/spotlight/Spotlight_med_final3.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/timeLine1.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animateExpose.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animate3Dlayers.f4v
Best Preview Render
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins2.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins1.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/rectAndCircleMasks.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/lassoAndCurveMasks.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/brushRadius.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/movElastic.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxReference.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxResolution.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxBasics.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAlphas.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/introducingShadowBox.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAndMasks.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAndClipBrush.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/introducingClipBrushes.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/matchMakerBasics.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/Zbrush4_GoZ_1.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/selectAndClipBrush.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/decoBrushes.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/moveTopological.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaRoll.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaTiling.f4v

Paul from Australia

08-09-10, 09:02 PM

Crikey!

I give up. I give up. I give up.

My senior's brains simply won't manage all the new innovations. It is simply too much to absorb.

Now I will have to go to the health store and feed up on brain food (Omega 3 and zinc etc) to be able to use the program. I of course will send Pixologic the bill for the cost of the nutrients ;)

Thank you. THANK YOU. THANK YOU PIXOLOGIC.

You have made an oldy very happy indeed.

Zbrush is the greatest, but there is more more to come I am sure :D :D :D

Hooroo for now.

Paul.

Paul.

rbaumhauer

08-09-10, 09:05 PM

Mac version appears to be 32-bit - there is no option to open in 32-bit mode when I do a "Get Info" on the application, so I don't think there's any way to interpret that other than "it's not 64-bit".

Also, on my i7 iMac w/ATI Radeon 4850, the graphics appear pretty messed-up - when ZB loads, if I start drawing in the workspace, I just get a network of overlapping boxes, not the basic sphere tool from earlier versions (which worked correctly in 3.12 and 3.2). I haven't done much of anything with ZB for ages, and I haven't poked around at all to see if there is a setting I'm missing, but it doesn't look right at the moment.

xeno3d

08-09-10, 09:12 PM

awww, I guess no email for me tonight. Good time to sleep and hopefully I'll wake up to a nice little gift in my inbox.

Spyndel

08-09-10, 09:15 PM

If the program had finally gone fully 64 bit, I have little doubt they'd make a point of mentioning it.

ZWolf

08-09-10, 09:18 PM

dk79

08-09-10, 09:19 PM

Downloading as we speak.
Have the mac version. Hope I won't see the graphical errors rbaumhauer sees.
I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

EDIT:
The download speed is very fast. Downloaded in 2 or so minutes.

Anim8me2@mac.com

08-09-10, 09:19 PM

Has anyone else run in to this...
I went to activate, entered my info and got an error. When I went back the web page told me I had already activated, but when I requested a copy of my activation I got another error.

So I have all my info, I have the software installed, but I can't use it.

So far I have never had a Zbrush install go smoothly.

rbaumhauer

08-09-10, 09:22 PM

Keep hitting back and requesting a copy until it works - it took 4-5 tries for me, including one web error (some Unix error), but it eventually worked.

rbaumhauer

08-09-10, 09:24 PM

Nothings broken... it just starts you on the Simple Brush, which is a 2.5D brush, so you are just drawing on the canvas. You need to load a tool to start sculpting.

Thanks,
Dave Wolf

Yeah, I knew that, but the simple brush isn't working properly (sorry for calling it a sphere brush in the earlier post - it's been a while!). In earlier versions, it would create a blobby, rounded 2.5D shape on the canvas, but with ZB4, it's drawing a bunch of boxes instead. Sculpting does work properly after I load tool.

MDGeist

08-09-10, 09:28 PM

Is there Spotlight and Lightbox in this release?

TezZy

08-09-10, 09:31 PM

http://www.polycount.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1194480&postcount=63

read near the bottom.....sounds like 64bit decimation master is starting to make more sense now

Anim8me2@mac.com

08-09-10, 09:43 PM

Only took 32 tries!

GoadusMaximus

08-09-10, 09:43 PM

I am downloading m,y Mac version now.

I haven't seen anything written about the fur or hair but I did see a fibre option in the render drop-down. I am interested to see if this works.

I'll keep you posted.

btw, this is my 1st post.

Wow! I am a ZBrush user.

Slosh

08-09-10, 09:46 PM

I know I should just wait for my download to find out for myself, but I'm just so curious... the mannequin videos show that the mannequins are actually zifs (zspheres), yet they have that smoothed out mannequin look with the squared off heads. I wonder if this will be the new look for zif models? If so, I like it. For some reason, the whole zif armature look was difficult for me to wrap my head around. Too many spheres. I kind of like the zifs looking like ball joints and the in-betweeners looking smooth.

Probably just a special thing for the mannequins, but I hope not.

aurick

08-09-10, 09:48 PM

Yeah, I knew that, but the simple brush isn't working properly (sorry for calling it a sphere brush in the earlier post - it's been a while!). In earlier versions, it would create a blobby, rounded 2.5D shape on the canvas, but with ZB4, it's drawing a bunch of boxes instead. Sculpting does work properly after I load tool.

All you need to do is select an alpha. The SimpleBrush no longer has one by default.

TVeyes

08-09-10, 09:53 PM

Congratulations on the release :tu: Looks like it is worth the wait.

The Clip Brushes look superb !! Also loving many of the small changes, especially realtime deformations. Can't wait to take that render engine for a spin :D

Yeah, I knew that, but the simple brush isn't working properly (sorry for calling it a sphere brush in the earlier post - it's been a while!). In earlier versions, it would create a blobby, rounded 2.5D shape on the canvas, but with ZB4, it's drawing a bunch of boxes instead. Sculpting does work properly after I load tool.With the Simple Brush you need an appropriate alpha selected to draw rounded blobby shapes, just like in 3.5 :)

rbaumhauer

08-09-10, 09:59 PM

All you need to do is select an alpha. The SimpleBrush no longer has one by default.

Yep, that did it - thanks! Like I said, it's been forever, and since I'm on a Mac, if this changed for 3.5, I didn't see it until now :)

Now, if only I had time to actually learn this thing - maybe someday......

Don Webster

08-09-10, 10:05 PM

Must admit its been so long since I installed ZB... but this was perfect on my Mac... reminded me of Apple.... everything quick, clean, and well organized.

Entire operation done in a few minutes.. and as I did each step received confirmation email as specified.

Now I just need to digest all the wonderful capabilities. To bad its not winter.. I may never leave my computer chair.

:D :)

industripop

08-09-10, 10:10 PM

Converse

08-09-10, 10:30 PM

So the Fiber isn't really talked about or shown or did I miss something?
God I wish ZB was fully 64 bit maybe next time ehh?

shaidelacroix

08-09-10, 10:41 PM

I just got the notice. Congrats Zbrush 4 devs and Pixelogic! Excitedly waiting for upgrade email :D

Stefano Dubay

08-09-10, 10:48 PM

wooohooooooooooooooooo
at last
Is GOZ included?
S

loki_22

08-09-10, 10:48 PM

Happy Z Day!! :d:d:d

Deim

08-09-10, 11:01 PM

wooohooooooooooooooooo
at last
Is GOZ included?
S
Try checking the giant list of new features that are added.

DarthAdamant

08-09-10, 11:02 PM

I got it installed on my Mac and activated but I thought I'd share my problems in case they could help anyone else. I had three problems after installing ZB4.

1) on boot, it gave me an error about being out of virtual memory.
2) the familiar one that others have posted about how the email function on the activation site isn't working quite right and you have to go back and try over and over until the activation key shows up on screen and is emailed to you.
3) even when I did get an activation code, it kept saying that it failed to activate.

problem 2 i have no idea.. except to do what others have suggested.
However, on the others, I realized something. The account I was logged into on my Mac was set up to not be an administrator account (per the suggestion of an IT friend of mine who suggests that best practice is not leave your baby naked in the desert by leaving administrator access open to the world) so it did not have admin access. It occurred to me that perhaps the registration file was not ABLE to be written. So I changed my account to Admin access and then both problems 1 and 3 dissappeared and I was able to use ZB 4!

It's a bandaid, but one I'm willing to use until a better solution can be found. Is there a way to give ZBrush the admin access it needs but leave all the others as non admin access? Just wondering if anyone else out there who is way more versed in the inner workings of Mac can help me there?

Hope this is helpful to someone!

mala

08-09-10, 11:17 PM

:DLooking great!
Got my email and download...but the activation web page won't load...too busy i guess:rolleyes:

Burchigb

08-09-10, 11:21 PM

No email yet.

skullmonkey

08-09-10, 11:22 PM

loki_22

08-09-10, 11:25 PM

hey by the way tx jramauri (member.php?u=28459) for the list,,it is mind blowing! and once again HAPPY Z DAY!!! and a big TY to pix for making my dreams come true!!!:D:D:D

lucaswschmidt

08-09-10, 11:42 PM

Woohoooo!

crumbaker

08-09-10, 11:43 PM

Anyone try out spotlight? It is there right? This was the entire reason I bought Zbrush.

KlaNDeR

08-10-10, 12:07 AM

In my case the error is that I can´t get the serial number displayed on the browser window or even the e-mail from pixologic.

This is what I get in the area where the serial number must be displayed...

elektralusion

08-10-10, 12:16 AM

Hi everybody !
I was sooooo happy to get my ZB4 upgrade info email this morning...
I clicked the link, filled in the form, got my cleverbridge number, and a "delivery issue" message. Does someone get the same ?

I got the same thing....I was so smiling till I saw that! And that it may take up to two days to resolve. :(

Deim

08-10-10, 12:19 AM

So the Fiber isn't really talked about or shown or did I miss something?
God I wish ZB was fully 64 bit maybe next time ehh?
You bring up a good point about the Fiber stuff. I haven't seen anything about it in the announcement, nor the stuff about making hair easier. Anyone have any info on it that has gotten ZB4 already?

Lone Deranger

08-10-10, 12:20 AM

Congratulations on your 10th anniversary Pixologic! And job well done on making the release date!

Today feels a bit like being a kid on Christmas day opening up your presents. :)
(Except that I've got to go to work now instead of getting to play with my new toys). :(

MotleyPete

08-10-10, 12:27 AM

I Keep getting:

"The email address provided does not match with the serial key provided at the time of purchase. Please try again."

They do match.

Whats the trick to get this working? I've been pressing 'Back' then pressing 'Start Activation' again, but it just keeps giving me the same error.

dustbin1_uk

08-10-10, 12:43 AM

Loads of cool features! All of which are actually bloody useful!! Not just gimmicks!

SPOTLIGHT!!! This is REALLY going to help me out!

Shadowbox looks incredible!!

And.... at last...... PROJECT FILES!!!!!! Phew! :D

Thank you Pixologic!!!! :tu:

klausknuth

08-10-10, 12:49 AM

GREAT!! Up and running in no time, Thanks :D

Klaus

blomstergutt

08-10-10, 12:54 AM

I don't care if it takes a week to get my e-mail! I just wanted to see the new features!!Now I know what I'm in for,and what I'd like to say is this:

I LOVE YOU I LOVE YOU I LOVE YOU PIXOLOGIC. I'm sorry I whined last night. You came through on the day, and I'm sorry.. And I love you I love You I Loooooooooooooove yoooooooou!!! :D

mykyl

08-10-10, 12:57 AM

Thank you very much. Everything working fine so far. Any words on when the Mac users will get the web plugin for lightbox like the pc version? By the way I'm not sure how this whole thing is working but I did not get a link for the pc version I own.

Cheers

Mike R

MotleyPete

08-10-10, 01:05 AM

2) the familiar one that others have posted about how the email function on the activation site isn't working quite right and you have to go back and try over and over until the activation key shows up on screen and is emailed to you.

Do you mean keep pressing 'Back' then 'Start Activation' or re-launching ZBrush and doing the whole thing?

I've tried both methods numerous times and it keeps telling me my email/serial do not match (even though they do match).

Avan-AMS

08-10-10, 01:14 AM

any news on larger poly counts?

slorpthegillman

08-10-10, 01:16 AM

I also was not given a serial number. Instead, my email contained this:

Screen shot 2010-08-10 at 1.30.12 AM.jpg

Will have to wait another two days most likely before I can get it resolved.

No plugins yet anyways, right?

gwainbarek

08-10-10, 01:17 AM

thank you guys so much for this wonderfull software you created :D

mala

08-10-10, 01:32 AM

anyone know where the new versions of plugins are?...the rare times i've managed to get onto Pixologic's page,the download center only seems to have the old versions.

jinchoung

08-10-10, 01:40 AM

so i still didn't get my invite so i'm searing my retinas with the demo videos....

my gosh.... just stunning.

the clip brushes are a super super nice and logical extension of the FLATTEN brushes and the algorithm that's allowing polys to collapse while not creating ugly artifacts and interpenetrations.

also, i gotta say that the move elastic brush is Huuuuuuge and probably a big reason for the sculptris acquisition? can you imagine that in the future, the move elastic brush not only redistributes polygon density but also intelligently subdivides as it goes while maintaining the basic current shape? oo la la....

anyhoo, i am happy to wait to receive my upgrade download notice... thanks for these awesome vids to tide me over in the meantime.

jin

p.s. first thing i'm going to try to do when i download though is a RIDONCULOUS-long pull with the move elastic brush... just to see what'll happen. i totally don't expect it to be miraculously unbreakable (and of course, it deserves no demerits for not being invincible) but because the breaking point isn't demonstrated in the vids, i just gotta see it for myself. : )

GladiusRomanus

08-10-10, 01:42 AM

No movie for Spotlight ?

Can anyone tell how protection painting/sculpt works ??

yvan_c

08-10-10, 01:42 AM

Thanks Pixo! My birthday is in a couple of days. Couldn't have come at a better time :)

The Namek

08-10-10, 01:48 AM

whoo , some movies to watch at work while we wait.

gwainbarek

08-10-10, 01:50 AM

maybe i'm just blind^^
are there some informations about zbrush4 running 64bit?

battery555

08-10-10, 01:51 AM

I got the same thing....I was so smiling till I saw that! And that it may take up to two days to resolve. :(

I got the same problem but I just got mine activated finally. Just keep on resend when ever it brings u back to the activation page and click back on the web browser what ever error message u receiving. I did this more than 10 times and finally brought me the activation number page. GO GO GO :tu:

battery555

08-10-10, 01:58 AM

Thanks Pixo! My birthday is in a couple of days. Couldn't have come at a better time :)
Please go to page 6 of this thread. There's more than a dozen video links.

Sorry wrong post. Thousands apologies. Please ignore this post

battery555

08-10-10, 02:00 AM

No movie for Spotlight ?

Can anyone tell how protection painting/sculpt works ??

Please go to page 6 of this thread. U will see a dozen of video links

AVTPro

08-10-10, 02:07 AM

Do you mean keep pressing 'Back' then 'Start Activation' or re-launching ZBrush and doing the whole thing?

I've tried both methods numerous times and it keeps telling me my email/serial do not match (even though they do match).

Double check the email that was sent to you.

And yes, I FINALLY got it to work.

Keep hitting Back and Send Another Request.

If you get email doesn't match is because you are not sending inputting the one registered them. Just click in your addy to see which one is right.

MotleyPete

08-10-10, 02:13 AM

Double check the email that was sent to you.

And yes, I FINALLY got it to work.

Keep hitting Back and Send Another Request.

If you get email doesn't match is because you are not sending inputting the one registered them. Just click in your addy to see which one is right.

I checked both the email and number a hundred times, they do match, but I keep getting a message saying they don't.

Were you getting that same error message or another one?

StephenMurphy

08-10-10, 02:25 AM

Got my cleverbridge reference number but with a message teling me
"There has been a problem while processing your delivery. We are already working on this technical issue and may be waiting for information from the software publisher, which may cause short delay. At the latest, this should be solved within 1-2 workdays, although it is generally much less. We will contact you immediately via e-mail upon resolving the issue and apologize for any inconvenience"

Anyone else get this?

dangalf

08-10-10, 02:27 AM

I'm really excited about the animation features in ZB4. For my uses, it's much easier and far preferable to be able to export animated image sequences directly out of ZBrush, rather than go through another app like 3DS Max or Cinema4D. One issue I've had in all previous versions was the inability of ZBrush to export as PNG with a transparent background.

So that's my question: can ZB4 export an image as a PNG with transparent background now?

gwainbarek

08-10-10, 02:32 AM

e-mail sagt nein....... :cry:

cleverbridge number: "*********"

serial number for online activation:
"Warning: mysql_connect() [function.mysql-connect]: Can't create UNIX socket (12) in /home/regadmin/public_html/xXCB/config/settings.php on line 13
Unable to connect to database server: Can't create UNIX socket (12)"

no serial number for me ;)

prosthetix

08-10-10, 02:52 AM

yipee got my 4 :D

ministerart@hotmail.co.uk

08-10-10, 03:03 AM

Bugger off Colin :mad:

karstensand

08-10-10, 03:17 AM

ups wrong post

karstensand

08-10-10, 03:20 AM

danmarell

08-10-10, 03:21 AM

The link to the video that shows the polypainting layers points to the BPR video. can the link please be fixed?

JuanVal

08-10-10, 03:22 AM

Still no email from cleverbridge. Is this normal?

The Namek

08-10-10, 03:23 AM

Still no email from cleverbridge. Is this <img src="http://www.zbrushcentral.com/pixo/atn.gif"> (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/zbc/faq.php?faq=vb_read_and_post#faq_zbc_display_image s)normal?oh yes totally normal , up to friday even. I've always been in the last batch, so i'm used to it. Even though it's supposedly randomized now, I think that's just been said to not have everyone change their email to aaaaaaaaaaaa@...

dustbin1_uk

08-10-10, 03:29 AM

maybe i'm just blind^^
are there some informations about zbrush4 running 64bit?Yeah anyone know???

MotleyPete

08-10-10, 03:34 AM

Still no joy with activation. Keep getting the "email address provided does not match with the serial key blah, blah" error message. I give up.

Submitted a support ticket. Maybe they'll "Unleash" it for me sometime later.

Grrrrr...

plobnop

08-10-10, 03:48 AM

Same thing here. I've gotten the email, downloaded ZBrush 4, and can't use it because activation says my email address does not match. :mad: I've more than triple checked my email and it is the one I used during purchase... This is torture :(

wallasaurus

08-10-10, 03:59 AM

mykyl

08-10-10, 04:01 AM

The new plugins links are wrong in some cases. Even though I click to download the mac version I can see by the link that it is the windows version that I am about to download.

Cheers

Mike R

iskon

08-10-10, 04:16 AM

In terms of 64bit support check this(already posted here): http://www.polycount.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1194480&postcount=63

michalis

08-10-10, 04:18 AM

xeno3d

08-10-10, 04:23 AM

No email upon waking up this morning..bummer. :(

I hope the batches continue to go out throughout the day.

Danny R

08-10-10, 04:24 AM

The same here, I already contacted support, no email yet. :rolleyes:

Same here, tried to register online, did not work, now waiting for my email.
:(

Support

08-10-10, 04:25 AM

Please post activation and/or Registration problems in the Activation and Registration Troubleshooting forum (http://www.zbrushcentral.com/forumdisplay.php?f=99).
Thanks.

Kerwin

08-10-10, 04:25 AM

****MOVED****

ello

08-10-10, 04:32 AM

seems to me the support system is broken ?!? i cant get into it to download the update

Kerwin

08-10-10, 04:50 AM

support.pixologic.com is emitting PHP errors, so that's probably adding to the crush of problems this morning.

-K

theMARK

08-10-10, 04:57 AM

Thanks Pixo, just kicked my download off (Uk) and it was only fair that I order a backup CD. I mean let's face it - FREE Upgrade, brilliant. I feel like I should be paying more. The process was a breeze. I for one think you're cool. That's why I'm proud to be a ZBrusher.

michalis

08-10-10, 05:06 AM

The email address provided does not match with the serial key provided at the time of purchase.

I can't sit and read how beautiful this app is when I can't register or contact or anything. Someone here has to provide me an information because I can't even contact support now.

xeno3d

08-10-10, 05:07 AM

I like how the deformations are now interactive. Awesome

Lone Deranger

08-10-10, 05:13 AM

Ah.. I forgot to say well done to Pixologic for also providing the full suite of Zplugins for both Mac and PC on time. It doesn't get much better than that. A massive improvement over previous releases.

Great work and many thanks to all!

cuffi

08-10-10, 05:22 AM

wallasaurus

08-10-10, 05:24 AM

I am excitedly watching the videos this morning, and something came to my mind.

I have a work license, which will be an upgrade, and I preordered v4 for myself so I have a license not linked to work.

I wonder if the availability for both will be the same? I'm only curious because maybe I am sitting here and could have downloaded my preordered one already. I better go and check my email!bah no email. :p oh well! I shall wait calmly watching the videos on constant repeat til tomorrow.

maxinkuk

08-10-10, 05:33 AM

I'm wondering if there will be a time we can download the updates via our support account and don't have to wait for that magical e-mail. That would be the greatest improvement for me at all...and the end of this waiting-hype too...:D

Luxology did a great job on that. Their support system is the place where you get all your purcased stuff bundled to your account. No waiting, just there...Agree, I can't say that I'm enjoying waiting or that I find waiting for a random amount of time any better than for a known amount of time.
Unknown unknown as someone would have said.
Looks great though, I'm literally drooling, which makes the wait worse.

cannedmushrooms

08-10-10, 05:49 AM

even after you get the email you then fill out a form where they send you another email that reads like this

Qty. Product Name Delivery
1
ZBrush 4 Mac OS X (single license)
Download
There has been a problem while processing your delivery. We are already working on this technical issue and may be waiting for information from the software publisher, which may cause short delay. At the latest, this should be solved within 1-2 workdays, although it is generally much less. We will contact you immediately via e-mail upon resolving the issue and apologize for any inconvenience.

So there is no way to download it. The email contains no working links, just your reference number and the error.

You can tell their servers are on overload with the update.

aurick

08-10-10, 06:00 AM

Insect

08-10-10, 06:01 AM

ChrisCousins

08-10-10, 06:03 AM

[B]"Warning: mysql_connect() [function.mysql-connect]: Can't create UNIX socket (12) in /home/regadmin/public_html/xXCB/config/settings.php on line 13
Unable to connect to database server: Can't create UNIX socket (12)"[/I]

That's what I got... now the link in my initial email is dead, so I can't re-register. Nevermind...

xeno3d

08-10-10, 06:04 AM

Even though my support account is up to date I really hope my info isn't getting stuck in limbo. Especially since I transferred a license to another user a few months back but recently bought a new license. :D

The Paint and Material video links to BPR btw, can we get a fix?

michalis

08-10-10, 06:06 AM

@ aurick
Six hours now I'm trying to register and still wrong email. Email is fine, I don't have any other. Is this a servers problem, or this will never work? Other options? :)

Mark Jones

08-10-10, 06:06 AM

Is this what you want?

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v

masterchief

08-10-10, 06:07 AM

support.pixologic.com has mismatch of SQL database with PHP code trying to run on it ... ALSO - when I tried to contact webmasters here at pixologic my email had been changed on contact form to something I had originally used to register many yrs ago.

??????

xeno3d

08-10-10, 06:12 AM

Is this what you want?

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v

Nah, thats the one that is listed for BPR. I was hoping for a video on the painting. ;)

xeno3d

08-10-10, 06:14 AM

So i know the emails are being sent out in batches randomly, but are the batches in waves like every couple of hours or what?

nakira2ca

08-10-10, 06:15 AM

MotleyPete

08-10-10, 06:16 AM

The servers are experiencing ridiculously high traffic right now.
Simply try again every so often. I recommend waiting about a half hour between attempts. That should give things time to settle a little. Everyone repeatedly refreshing at once doesn't allow the servers to catch up.
Does that apply to this issue
http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=92003

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because I've been trying on and off for about five hours now.

Mark Jones

08-10-10, 06:17 AM

here's the full list that I've got, also some nice vids with some of the beta testers new posts

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/timeLine1.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animateExpose.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/animate3Dlayers.f4v
Best Preview Render
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/BPR.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins2.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/mannequins1.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/rectAndCircleMasks.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/lassoAndCurveMasks.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/brushRadius.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/movElastic.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxReference.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxResolution.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxBasics.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAlphas.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/introducingShadowBox.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAndMasks.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/shadowBoxAndClipBrush.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/introducingClipBrushes.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/matchMakerBasics.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/Zbrush4_GoZ_1.f4v

http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/selectAndClipBrush.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/decoBrushes.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/moveTopological.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaRoll.f4v
http://www.pixologic01.com/zclassroom/homeroom/modules/zbrush4/video/alphaTiling.f4v

The Namek

08-10-10, 06:18 AM

I ordered a bamboo pen at work for so called wrist-issues, cause my job doesn't involve drawing, I needed some reason to get a hold of a pen/tablet. ofcourse I couldn't go for an intuos like I have at home. I wouldn't be able to explain why I needed the expensive one ;p

But still , now I can doodle around with Z4 at work once I have it ;)

marcus_civis

08-10-10, 06:18 AM

Some people that attended the convention said they talked about a 'Fiber' feature being added to version 4. I've been all thought the new features list and don't see anything about 'Fibers'.

What happened!?

It's a new material. There was a fibers material in early versions of ZBrush - this is an enhanced version of that which creates the fibers during a Best Preview Render.

Runen

08-10-10, 06:19 AM

Some people that attended the convention said they talked about a 'Fiber' feature being added to version 4. I've been all thought the new features list and don't see anything about 'Fibers'.

What happened!?you can find this option in the rendersettings ( thats all i know for now )

Mark Jones

08-10-10, 06:20 AM

Some people that attended the convention said they talked about a 'Fiber' feature being added to version 4. I've been all thought the new features list and don't see anything about 'Fibers'.

What happened!?Can't rember which beta tester it was from but there are/is some image/s in the beta testers forum:

http://www.zbrushcentral.com/forumdisplay.php?f=112

The Namek

08-10-10, 06:21 AM

It's a new material. There was a fibers material in early versions of ZBrush - this is an enhanced version of that which creates the fibers during a Best Preview Render.yeah it was incredibly under-used after a while. You could make some nice stuff with blurring and baking though.

Blaxsplosion

08-10-10, 06:22 AM

Hey Everybody!

Woke up this morning to see the ZBrush4 Mac email in my inbox. It was very much like waking up X-mas morning. Thanks Pixologic!

It down loaded in 2 minutes at most. Installed super easy just like I expect on a Mac. I too had resend my registration to get an activation code. It only took about 12 tries. At first opening, Z ran like a stalling engine. Lightbox didn't respond when I double-clicked for a cube. I managed to get a cube drawn on the canvas from the Tools palette but it was super jumpy. So I restarted Z and it runs nicely. I'm on a 2Ghz Core2 iMac with 3GB of ram. Lightbox worked this time and I jammed up the res on a sphere to 6.5 million polys. It sculpted well and was using about 1gb of my system ram. Sadly it's not 64-bit. Activity Monitor will tell you if it is or not. From there, I dove into the documentation and found out how to get shadowbox running. It's freaking awesome. Works way better than I had expected it to.

That's all I've explored so far. The documentation looks great.

Thanks again Pixologic. Happy Anniversary!

(http://javascript%3Cb%3E%3C/b%3E:zb_insimg%28%27%27,%27z4cap1.jpg%27,1,0%29) (http://javascript%3Cb%3E%3C/b%3E:zb_insimg%28%27%27,%27z4cap2.jpg%27,1,0%29)

xeno3d

08-10-10, 06:29 AM

Are all of the plugins installed by default with the Z4 installer or do we have to go and download them from the download center?

masterchief

08-10-10, 06:30 AM

marcotronic

08-10-10, 06:32 AM

No chance to get my activation code emailed to me:

Warning: mail() [function.mail]: Could not execute mail delivery program '/usr/sbin/sendmail -t -i' in /home/regadmin/public_html/activation/opt/resend.php on line 75

:(

Marco

davidness

08-10-10, 06:50 AM

Man I can't wait to get that e-mail! It's like torture haha!!

Pablo_6

08-10-10, 06:56 AM

Man I can't wait to get that e-mail! It's like torture haha!!The torture begins once you have received the email!
I've been trying to activate for over 2hrs now :td: and keep going around in circles.
I'm sure it'll be worth the wait though.

CyberSpawn2100

08-10-10, 07:00 AM

You have no change to survive Pixolocalypse... HA HA HA... make your 3.5r3 time... your SQL database are belong to... us?

Here's hoping it didn't seriously Cluster-Muck my e-mail in my support account.

anonymous guy in the server room @ Pixologic
"don't worry...everything will be fine we have lot of Internets to handle the Distro load Lulz" "The Internets are weak and puny"

now all I'll have is the Z4 videos to comfort my hunger
This is WHY god MADE BitTorrent! to avoid situations like this!!!!!!!

Morbius

08-10-10, 07:08 AM

Well, I was going to ask if anyone else got the same - but I see it's not just me....

"There has been a problem while processing your delivery. We are already working on this technical issue and may be waiting for information from the software publisher, which may cause short delay. At the latest, this should be solved within 1-2 workdays, although it is generally much less. We will contact you immediately via e-mail upon resolving the issue and apologize for any inconvenience."

Not complaining....... Patiently waiting........
At least I got the email sooner than I expected. Not that it did me any good.

;)

marcus_civis

08-10-10, 07:11 AM

Are all of the plugins installed by default with the Z4 installer or do we have to go and download them from the download center?

The plugins should be downloaded from the Download Center (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/downloadcenter/zplugins/) and installed separately.

nakira2ca

08-10-10, 07:15 AM

It's a new material. There was a fibers material in early versions of ZBrush - this is an enhanced version of that which creates the fibers during a Best Preview Render.
Thanks for the information. I am new to 3.2 and only played around with the demo. I baught v4 just before Aug 9 am still wanting for my Email. :)

dfaris

08-10-10, 07:17 AM

BitTorrent would have been a great idea. Luxology uses BitTorrent every time there is an update, works like a charm. If you can relax for a bit you will be much better off. Zbrushes upgrades have always been a horror show, always something messed up when it comes time to upgrade. I'm not sure why they can upgrade the upgrade system.

I'm sure they are doing the best they can, keep your stress level low and you will add years to your life:)

aurick

08-10-10, 07:25 AM

Everything is going smoothly for most people, but when a problem kicks in it doesn't take long for it to seem huge. The issues that we've been seeing have all been caused by the fact that the servers are under massive stress.

If you receive an error when attempting to redeem your upgrade link or when trying to activate, please do not get worried. Just try again 5 to 15 minutes later. It will eventually go through.

Please DO NOT keep pressing your browser's refresh/reload button. The more people who do that, the harder it is for the server to catch up and the problem builds until we have to restart the servers. That only compounds the problems rather than things getting better.

Thanks!

Loud_Noises

08-10-10, 07:27 AM

I feel lucky, I got my download link:) Does anyone know if you have to deactivate 3.5r3 first? I would look on the support pages but they keep timing out on my machine before fully loading as the servers are a little busy I guess;)

danmarell

08-10-10, 07:28 AM

Thanks aurick. Is there a possibility of getting the polypaint video working in the the features list page? It currently links to the Best render video. I'd really like to see how the polypaint layers works before my download email comes through.

Cheers
Dan

Pablo_6

08-10-10, 07:31 AM

Does anyone know if you have to deactivate 3.5r3 first?I didn't have to when i finally installed 10 minutes ago :tu: :cool:

Thanks pixologic, i knew you'd come through :D

Mark Jones

08-10-10, 07:31 AM

Morbius

08-10-10, 07:33 AM

The issues that we've been seeing have all been caused by the fact that the servers are under massive stress.

If you receive an error when attempting to redeem your upgrade link....

Thanks for the info, aurick. Not surprising the servers might be just a tad overloaded during a huge release like this.

The info I got was that I would be 'contacted by email' after the problem was resolved, so I'll just wait, rather than keep trying and make things worse for others, right?
;)

I don't see the world coming to an end over this any time soon. :lol:

aurick

08-10-10, 07:43 AM

Thanks for the info, aurick. Not surprising the servers might be just a tad overloaded during a huge release like this.

The info I got was that I would be 'contacted by email' after the problem was resolved, so I'll just wait, rather than keep trying and make things worse for others, right?
;)

I don't see the world coming to an end over this any time soon. :lol:

Yes. It sounds like you are one of the people who was able to upgrade fine through the Cleverbridge system, but when their server contacted ours to get a serial number for you our server was overloaded. The Cleverbridge server tries again periodically, then sends your email to you once it gets a serial number successfully.

In your situation, there's nothing to do but wait.

Morbius

08-10-10, 07:53 AM

Yes. It sounds like you are one of the people who was able to upgrade fine through the Cleverbridge system, but when their server contacted ours to get a serial number for you our server was overloaded. The Cleverbridge server tries again periodically, then sends your email to you once it gets a serial number successfully.

In your situation, there's nothing to do but wait.

Great! Thanks for the info! No problem.

"All things come to those who wait" or something like that. :)

The Namek

08-10-10, 07:53 AM

yeah they do , just a bit later then the rest ;p

Morbius

08-10-10, 08:01 AM

I've cultivated patience in my old age. :D I'm just a hobbyist, so 'whenever' is fine with me. I'm sure the 'production' folks view it a little differently.

xeno3d

08-10-10, 08:03 AM

The plugins should be downloaded from the Download Center (http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/downloadcenter/zplugins/) and installed separately.

Thank you sir

AVBN5000

08-10-10, 08:07 AM

Still havent gotten an email. Waiting patiently. :-) Cant wait to try out all the new techniques and features!!

Loud_Noises

08-10-10, 08:08 AM

:D:D:DI have managed to get it activated, so I have removed 3.5. The expose button on the right tool bar under poly frame etc is freaky (it is strange to see the jaw, teeth, eyes etc all navigate their way out of the head).

xeno3d

08-10-10, 08:09 AM

So now that there is shadowbox and clip brushes etc, I am wondering..... is there really a need for a traditional modeling app now? ( Cause I am seriously thinking of offing my modo license now )

BeatKitano

08-10-10, 08:19 AM

Got hte email, but in place of serial, i got this:

Warning: mysql_connect() [Function.Mysql-Connect]: Can't create UNIX socket (12) in /home/regadmin/public_html/xXCB/config/settings.php on line 13
Unable to connect to database server: Can't create UNIX socket (12)

SHould i contact cleverbridge support, or will this be sorted automaticaly when their server is fixed ?

I can't submit a suport ticket to pixologic:
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MotleyPete

08-10-10, 08:26 AM

@ Aurick

Is there any news on the "The email address provided does not match with the serial key provided at the time of purchase" error?

http://www.zbrushcentral.com/showthread.php?t=92003

This appears to be a different error than most are getting and I have had this problem during the previous upgrade too (back then a support guy said he had to manually enter my details due to a glitch).

If you could look into this I would be most grateful as I have had no response from a support ticket or the support forums.

Thank you.

wallasaurus

08-10-10, 08:34 AM

I am excitedly watching the videos this morning, and something came to my mind.

I have a work license, which will be an upgrade, and I preordered v4 for myself so I have a license not linked to work.

I wonder if the availability for both will be the same? I'm only curious because maybe I am sitting here and could have downloaded my preordered one already. I better go and check my email!yay email has come - ready to get stuck in now! :D Thanks pixo - hope your servers are holding up! It must be like the aurora borealis in the sky there at the moment with all the traffic ;-)

AVBN5000

08-10-10, 08:39 AM

Yay got the email...but I am at work now...booo

masterchief

08-10-10, 08:43 AM

the email is from who specifically???

GladiusRomanus

08-10-10, 08:44 AM

I didn't have to when i finally installed 10 minutes ago :tu: :cool:

Thanks pixologic, i knew you'd come through :D

YES show us new polypaint features

GladiusRomanus

08-10-10, 08:45 AM

ctedin

08-10-10, 08:46 AM

Got it all, and downloading the software! (Boy, it's taking a long time, but I guess it'll be worth the wait, eh?) Guess I'll have to wait until tomorrow to really play with it. Finishing a "rough" in Sculptris right now. I'll retopo it tonight and see if I can get the high res detail in the new topology tomorrow. Put Zbrush 4 through its paces.

aurick

08-10-10, 08:48 AM

Questions related to upgrade/activation/support issues that have been cropping up are answered here: http://www.zbrushcentral.com/forumdisplay.php?f=99

I will not be answering further questions on those topics in this thread. Please check to see if your question is already answered there. If not, post your question in that forum.

Thanks.

marcotronic

08-10-10, 08:48 AM

ochabrand

08-10-10, 08:53 AM

whatever happened to spotlight's "advanced background removal"? that feature didn't make it, did it?

HaloAnimator

08-10-10, 08:58 AM

awwww still no zmapper :(

ochabrand

08-10-10, 09:05 AM

zmapper isn't really necessary anymore man, not for a while now. Despite the cool looking interface of zmapper, it was actually a lot more complicated than the way its done since 3.5
Actually, now that we have GoZ and the multimap exporter, I think it's even easier now.

xeno3d

08-10-10, 09:10 AM

Waiting, waiting, waiting :)

The videos are awesome. I would like to see one on paint layers.

Loud_Noises

08-10-10, 09:12 AM

moogal

08-10-10, 09:15 AM

So, it's finally here!

Now to sort through all of this new info...

HaloAnimator

08-10-10, 09:20 AM

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McNistor

08-10-10, 09:24 AM

nothing new on texturing? this sucks! moving along...

TSmith

08-10-10, 09:26 AM

nothing new on texturing? this sucks! moving along...
I could be mistaken but there are now Polypainting layers.

xeno3d

08-10-10, 09:29 AM

So now that there is shadowbox and clip brushes etc, I am wondering..... is there really a need for a traditional modeling app now? ( Cause I am seriously thinking of offing my modo license now )

For real, if anyone is looking, I am selling. let me know

xeno3d

08-10-10, 09:31 AM

I could be mistaken but there are now Polypainting layers.

There is!

xeno3d

08-10-10, 09:39 AM

Support site is back up!

Z4 is now listed in my version settings, hopefully that means i'm in queue ;)

Pietas

08-10-10, 09:45 AM

Got my email. THANK YOU PIXOLOGIC! still can't believe it's free! won't believe it until I start ZB4

ochabrand

08-10-10, 09:49 AM

I could be mistaken but there are now Polypainting layers.

yeah, they're a little weird, but we'll get used to them i guess. I've noticed a little bug– when i try to hide my model (ctrl+shift) while working on a layer the polypaint gets all messed up (at least for all other layers except the one I am painting). Is anyone else getting this? Also, any word on the backgroound remover feature in spotlight? I can't seem to find... it would be too bad if this feature did not make it...

rossiko

08-10-10, 09:51 AM

In terms of 64bit support check this(already posted here): http://www.polycount.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1194480&postcount=63can anyone confirm its deffinately not 64bit as above link suggests it is.

McNistor

08-10-10, 09:56 AM

Yeah, paint layers are listed. Good!
Now has anyone tried to see if the bug in the StandardSculpt brush is gone? The dots when you fast stroke on a mesh, that bug.

aurick

08-10-10, 10:22 AM

Yeah! Finally I was able to register and get my activation code.

Nice update!!!!! Thanks a lot for that, Pixologic! Gorgeous new features! :D

There seems to be a problem with the GoZ Scripts for Maya. When I click on the GoZ button in Maya a script "GoZBrushFromMaya.mel" is being called but it´s not where it´s supposed to be. I had to localize it on my harddisk and changed the path in the GoZ button command in the Maya shelf...

No it´s running fine and I´m able to switch back and forth between Maya and ZBrush 4.

Marco

That's really not a good way to do it. There may be some old files left over still. The best thing to do is to delete GoZ from Maya, close Maya and then also delete your Users\Shared\Pixologic folder. (The exact path depends on your OS.)

Next, launch ZBrush and go to the Preferences palette. In the GoZ section there are options for reinstalling GoZ and setting up the path to Maya again. This is covered by the PDF included in your Documentation folder. This will create the Shared Pixologic folder again and reinstall the Maya-side plugin. You should then be able to run GoZ fine.

aurick

08-10-10, 10:31 AM

I seem to be missing something with goz. I can send models to maya 2011 but there is no shelf of goz button to send it back. Is there a mel script I need to place in a folder or something else to install?

The PDF in the Documentation folder explains how to have ZBrush reinstall the GoZ components in Maya. It has a very good section on GoZ.

aurick

08-10-10, 10:34 AM

Yeah, paint layers are listed. Good!
Now has anyone tried to see if the bug in the StandardSculpt brush is gone? The dots when you fast stroke on a mesh, that bug.

That's not a bug. It's a design feature, meant to help you create randomness in your organic sculpts without having to change settings. The faster you move the cursor, the more spaced out the dots that make up every brush stroke will be. For smooth strokes, draw more slowly. For super smooth strokes, activate Lazy Mouse.

rarukufan

08-10-10, 10:35 AM

For me it's the Move Topological brush. The most underrated feature. It's a big productivity boost.

So what do you guys think? What's the most underrated new feature in 4 for you? Save your opinions on the most overrated feature though. Let's keep this thread positive.

ochabrand

08-10-10, 10:46 AM

is any other Mac OS X (10.6) user having trouble with z4 crashing a lot? I've been using it for 3 hours and had at least half a dozen crashes... particularily when using the newer features (polypaint layers, timeline and spotlight).
Maybe it's just me and my comp being too old, except it really isnt that old (just over two years). it's a 2.4 Ghz core 2 duo, 2 gigs RAM with 256mb ATI radeon HD2600, 24" imac.
Besides, it sure didnt crash that much with zbrush 3.2
Are windows users getting this too?

mykyl

08-10-10, 10:56 AM