20.5.278 - Sidefx Houdini

SideFX Houdini 20.5.278: Unleashing Unparalleled Creativity in 3D Animation and Visual Effects

Vulkan Viewport: Now enabled by default, offering higher-quality display and near-feature parity with the older OpenGL renderer. SideFX Houdini 20.5.278

A new GPU-accelerated 2D and 3D image framework for procedural textures, NPR (Non-Photorealistic Rendering), and live "slap comps". MPM Solver: SideFX Houdini 20

Solaris/Karma: Enhanced USD-based workflows, with improved Karma XPU performance and faster rendering capabilities. NPR (Non-Photorealistic Rendering)

Now features non-destructive animation layers and improved rigging tools, making it easier to keyframe character motion and manage complex rigs. Vulkan Viewport: