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Major New Release of 3D-Matrix 1.6 is a powerful environment for creating 3D models.
 

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3D-Matrix from Digital Scores

a powerful environment for creating 3D models

3D Matrix was demonstrated as part of the Australian Effects and Animation Festival (AEAF) on 2 June, at the Melbourne Convention Center, Australia.

3D Matrix is targeted towards game developers and graphic designers starting out in 3D modeling. 3D Matrix is easier to use than other modeling packages, and offers a range of export functions so 3D Matrix can act as a gateway to other powerful tools.

The latest version includes a mathematics language that allows students to express and visualize equations. Developers can select mathematical objects from template lists, manipulate their surfaces and export into other applications.

3D Matrix's modeling capability can be combined with the free POV-Ray ray-tracer and Photoshop for post production to provide a complete solution for 2D designers.

"The version 1.6 update includes a multiple step undo and an open source file format. Another feature allows you to move instantly between different screen environments which is very practical." said Julian Cochran. "We can't wait to see some of the structures that creative people will be coming out with and inspired games that developers will be producing."

3D Matrix 1.6 delivers substantial upgrades from the earlier versions, offering mathematics modeling, an XML file format that gives developers more control of the data, a flexible and memory efficient model design, mirrored polygon groups that can be skewed and distorted, new polygon optimization tools, a multi-step undo and redo feature and significant performance improvements.

Pricing and Availability

• 3DMatrix 1.6 runs under Mac OS X, Windows XP and Linux.
• The free Lite Edition of , limited by reduced polygon count, is available for download now
• The commercial Standard Edition is priced at US$299
• Students can purchase the Standard Edition of 3D Matrix at the academic price of US$79.

About Digital Scores

Making software that lasts. Digital Scores is motivated by the belief that great software design requires the clearest view of the future along with the leadership and courage to position products for this future. Digital Scores create custom software solutions, provide consultation for data recovery and risk management as well as marketing their own products that work over the internet, desktops and wireless devices.

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