Pixologic is pleased to release ZBrushCore 2021.6.6.
ZBrushCore 2021.6.6 Update
This release brings feature parity with ZBrush and ZBrushCoreMini*.
Of special note, Chisel 3D and VDM (Vector Displacement Mesh) brushes now work with Sculptris Pro mode, providing an easy way to build out your base meshes uses pre-sculpted elements.
Updated
- Added several new Chisel 3D brushes.
- VDM Brushes have been updated to work with Sculptris Pro.
- Increased the alpha tolerance when using Mesh Extract. The cut-off level is now exactly 50% gray.
*If you have an older computer system and were previously unable to run ZBrushCoreMini 2021, please go to My Licenses and download the updated ZBrushCoreMini. It has been updated for increased compatibility with older systems.
ZBrushCore 2021.6.2 Update
This new version makes ZBrushCore more powerful, bringing it in line with the current ZBrush feature set while maintaining its vision of being a stand-alone sculpting application.
Many of the new features are shown being used in our live stream:
New Features
Mesh Balloon
Mesh Balloon is an amazingly fast brush for creating base meshes that you will then sculpt using the rest of the ZBrushCore feature set. Simply outline your desired shape with the masking lasso. ZBrushCore will instantly turn that outlined shape into an editable mesh. You can then either jump directly to sculpting or you can continue to refine the outline – adding to it, subtracting, or cutting holes. As you modify the shape, the generated model updates in real-time so that you never have to guess what the results will be.
Lasso, circle, rectangle, and curve stroke types are supported, as are alphas. The Selection brush now also supports the precision of Lazy Mouse.
Mesh Balloon creates soft, organic shapes in a balloon-type of effect that is thicker where the enclosed shape is wide and thins near corners.
Real-Time Ambient Occlusion
Sculpt with real-time render accuracy that captures every stroke applied to your mesh. Real-time ambient occlusion gives you the ability to quickly see which portions of your model might need that extra touch. Bring your creations to life in real-time with the Preview AO (Ambient Occlusion) feature.
More Deformers
The following Deformers have been added to those previously included with ZBrushCore:
Offset, Inflate, Scale, Skew, Stretch, Smooth, Smooth All
ThickSkin
For the true sense of adding, removing or moving clay across a surface use Thick Skin. This gives any mesh the appearance of having been sculpted as a fine art piece. Thick Skin can also be used to establish a specific plateau from which to build upon a surface to create scales and other features with consistent height or depth.
Contrast
Didn’t sculpt those wrinkles deeply enough? Need to enhance the details of those fish scales for a 3D print? The Contrast slider provides you with the ability to globally enhance all sculpting details. Contrast doesn’t just bump the details. It can also be applied to smooth a surface back towards the original state before any sculpting details were applied.
Close Holes
Need to close off a surface to make it water tight for 3D printing or you just need to close a surface in order to sculpt details across the surface? The Close Holes option provides a single click solution to close off any open surfaces on your model.
Turntable Movies
Render a turntable movie to show your model off from all sides. This can then be uploaded to YouTube or Vimeo for sharing on ZBrushCentral or elsewhere.
3DConnexion Support
Navigate in a way that frees you from a keyboard. Using 3Dconnexion’s Spacemouse line gives you the ability to navigate with just a slight touch of the controller cap. Rotate and zoom at the same time or pivot around your point of interest without breaking your sculpting stride.
These devices are only compatible with ZBrushCore 2021.6.2 and ZBrush 2021.5 or above.
More
In addition to the major updates listed above, ZBrushCore includes enhancements in other areas:
- The last saved project will now be opened when ZBrushCore starts. (Can be disabled in Preferences.)
- Sticky Hotkeys can be turned on in Preferences. This feature allows you to control a slider by holding its hotkey and then moving the cursor left or right to adjust its value. Releasing the hotkey saves the setting.
- LazyMouse has been added to brushes that use the Lasso feature.
Availability
ZBrushCore 2021.6.6 is a FREE UPGRADE for all registered ZBrushCore users.
Purchasing
ZBrushCore 2021.6.6 may be purchased from our online store for immediate download.
Upgrading
Please see our Knowledgebase Article for detailed instructions on how to upgrade, based upon your current ZBrushCore version.
Important Note for macOS users: The minimum system requirements have changed. Please do not upgrade if your operating system is not 10.11 or above.
Issues?
If you have any issues with upgrading or with the new features, please post in ZBrushCore Usage Questions or start a Support conversation. Please note that account and login issues can only be handled via a Support conversation.
Happy ZBrushing!