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Mandelbulb 3D version 1.8.9....with Volumetrics!

by =MarkJayBee, Apr 9, 2013, 6:14:45 AM
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VOLUMETRICS in M3D!!!!

Yep, you read right folks - the new version of M3D now has the facility to render
volumetric light! This will add a whole new level of potential creativity to what is
already a superb piece of fractal software!

As always, get your free download from FractalForums at: [link]

In Jesse's own words:

"Not sure if this release is too early, but someone might use it for the FractalForums
contest so here it is....and I need some rest!

Please look at the readme for some explanations for the new volumetric function.

What is new in version 1.8.9:

- Volumetric light option.

- Some issues fixed.
- Changing between relative and absolute light angle for global lights preserves the
current angle.
- Formula update, some sine approximation adds with more options."

I suspect that we'll be seeing a lot of amazing lighting effects over the next few weeks!

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~wolfwings1 2 days ago

Stupid question but what would help run mandelbulb 3d faster?

More ram, better video card, or upgrade cpu all together? Or does anything help much? I might need a video card so just curious.

~vahpall Apr 22, 2013 Digital Artist

thanks for accepting my work

earth most stunning natural fractals - enjoy!

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~wildwanderingirl Mar 27, 2013 Hobbyist General Artist

Thanks for the invite! I am about to acquire a new laptop (I've been on an old XP desktop for ages) which will be used mainly for ART at least for a time...until I get used to Windows 8 AND having my very own laptop (which is all new to me). I could only barely use Mandelbulb 3D on my old desktop which is way too slow and frustrating. But now, maybe I can run with the rest of the pack, kick up some dust instead of spinning my wheels. Wow, Jesse has another new version of MB already?? I'm pouncing on it!

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*timemit Mar 5, 2013 Student General Artist

thanks folks : )

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