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Softimage debuts XSI version 4.(modeling/animation)

Computer Graphics World

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Softimage has released an upgraded version of its nonlinear 3D production environment, Softimage|XSI.

Softimage infused XSI 4.0 with new capabilities, enhanced performance, and increased support to simplify and speed the creation of high-end 3D content. Among these are new advanced biped, quadruped, and hybrid rig systems and a Character SDK for customizing rig creation, animation, and editing. Additionally, its FX Tree compositor takes advantage of Matador technology to deliver new 2D raster- and vector-based, resolution-independent paint tools.

The new Custom Display Host enables the integration of external applications, tools, or custom runtime engines with the Softimage[XSI core, whereas its XML-based UI engine provides centralized per-scene control with configurable interface layouts, scenario-specific ...

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