PSOFT Pencil+ 3 Released

The English version of PSOFT Pencil+ 3, our non-photorealistic plug-in for 3ds Max which produces pencil sketch-like strokes has just been released.

The development of Pencil+ 3 was based on feedback from various production sites, especially film production companies, and emphasis was put on providing ways to optimize work and improve productivity.

What's New in Pencil+ 3

Improvements were made to the core of the material and line computations, making it possible to implement render element output with a high level of freedom while preserving the high rendering speed of materials and lines.
Furthermore, the addition of the Modifier features enables advanced perspective control; a previously difficult task in 3DCGs. This feature makes it possible to modify the lens according to the distance to the camera or to move vanishing points arbitrarily.

New Features

[Material]

  • Faster material calculation
  • Line edge recognition function
  • Line color replacement function
  • New highlight calculation function
  • Improved gradation bar usability
  • Freely adjustable number of zones
  • Zone ID management
  • Zone presets feature
  • Conversion of stroke map to standard map
  • Freely adjustable number of stroke maps
  • Enhancements to the use of multi-/sub- materials

[Line]

  • Faster line calculation
  • Line ID management
  • Independent outline settings
  • Material list update feature
  • Edge selection for EPS output

[Others]

  • Perspective deformation modifier
  • Normal copy modifier
  • Improvements to render elements output
  • Improvements to line merge helper

Product Prices

[Pencil+ 3]

Standalone License (Tax included)
Download Version52,500 Yen

[Upgrade]

Standalone License (Tax included)
Download Version31,500 Yen

Please visit the PSOFT Store to order.

Upgrade

Please look here for details about upgrading.

Free Upgrade

Applies to copies of Pencil+ 2 bought on or after July 4th, 2010.
Customers who are eligible for a free upgrade will be contacted through their registered email address.

Free Demo Version

A free demo version can be downloaded here.
https://www.psoft.co.jp/en/download/pencil/index.html