Game Development
Sculpt detailed characters, properties, and environments from concept design, to in-game assets and marketing materials.
Jon Jags Nee
ZBrush
Maxon ZBrush is a Academy Award- winning and industry-leading tool for digital sculpting, modeling and painting. Its customizable tools and features, including more than 200 proprietary brushes, allow you to work with polygons the same way you would with actual clay. And now with ZBrush for iPad, you can sculpt, paint, and bring your creations to life in real time anywhere with Apple's touch-based capabilities.
What is ZBrush?
ZBrush is a digital sculpting, modeling, and painting software used to create highly detailed 3D models. It offers a fluid, intuitive features that allows you to model 3D shapes just like sculpting with real clay. Loved by 3D artists and industries worldwide, the intuitive brush system adapts to your style, letting you create with precision and control.
What's New
The latest updates to ZBrush for iPad and the desktop version enhance workflows for artists, whether they are starting a project from the comfort of their couch or adding final touches to a sculpt on their desktop: The Anchor Brush in ZBrush for Desktop receives a new Bend mode, allowing users to bend models with two anchor points and give a different deformation to the model than the rotate mode. Thanks to an improved integration of Redshift, users enjoy even better rendering of their sculpts and the addition of AOVs provides greater control in compositing. Various speed enhancements will boost workflows with much faster feedback when adjusting lighting or material attributes of a model. With the addition of Redshift Denoiser, you can get to a final render much faster without the need to raise the quality slider. Additionally, GoZ has been updated to simplify the process of sending sculpts from ZBrush for Desktop to the current versions of 3Ds Max and Maya, as well as exchanging files from ZBrush for iPad with Cinema 4D. This makes it easy to pose and animate your model, add simulations and particle effects or take full advantage of Redshift in Cinema 4D. Additionally, we’re introducing Pro Projects inside of ZBrush and ZBrush for iPad, featuring a set of holiday cookies.
Created by artists for artists
ZBrush is a leading sculpting tool used by creatives working in a wide range of industries.
3D Printing
Design detailed models with support structures for smooth printing, bringing your creations to life.
Zhelong Zhu
Industrial Design
Craft intricate, precision-driven designs for unique pieces like jewellery, vehicle components, and advertising materials.
Tomotsu Kishida
Visual Design
Craft realistic models and detailed visual effects for films, concept art, and scientific visualisation.
Marvel Studios
Key Features
ZBrush delivers powerful sculpting, painting, and modeling capabilities for detailed 3D creations. Discover what makes it a top choice for 3D sculpting.
Feature highlights include:
Dynamic Sculpting Brush System
Offers a natural, brush-like experience for digital artists with extensively customizable brushes that provide both creative flexibility and precision. Shape everything from fine details to bold textures effortlessly with lifelike pressure sensitivity.
Dynamesh
A tool that functions like digital clay. It enables quick and creative design with smooth surfaces and details. Expand your design freely, without worrying about the model’s structure.
Deryck Pelligrini
PolyPaint
Painting on a high-quality surface easily with no complex preparation such as texture or UV mapping.
Vahid Ahmadi
Live Boolean
Lets you preview and adjust changes between models instantly. Adjust any part on a mesh and see it instantly impact your model before production.
Min Shi
Redshift in ZBrush
Create stunning renders without the need for external software or lengthy exporting and importing processes. Showcase lifelike lighting, materials, and visual effects in your 3D rendering.
Adam Spring
ZModeler
Transforms polygon modeling with a unique, streamlined approach. Start with simple box shapes and create complex 3D models effortlessly!
Spicer McLeroy
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FAQs
Get answers to commonly asked questions about ZBrush.
What is ZBrush, and how ZBrush is different from other 3D design software?
ZBrush is a digital sculpting software used to create highly detailed 3D models. It offers a fluid, intuitive features that allows you to model 3D shapes just like sculpting with real clay.
How well does ZBrush accommodate the needs of 3D artists across different levels?
ZBrush is a good choice for 3D design creators to craft intricate objects. Its digital sculpting features and user interface make it easy for beginners to achieve a natural, intuitive sculpting experience. The extensive brush capabilities also allow professionals to complete detailed and complex 3D modeling projects with great flexibility.
What are the sculpting tools like in ZBrush?
ZBrush offers advanced sculpting tools and painting and texturing capabilities. It also includes high-quality rendering options and efficient pipeline management to streamline your 3D workflow.
Which devices is ZBrush compatible with?
ZBrush is compatible with most latest versions of Windows, macOS and iPadOS. For detailed information, check out our list of system requirements.
How does ZBrush works across different device such as desktop and iPad?
ZBrush includes built-in compatibility between desktop and iPad, so creators can maintain seamless workflow continuity across devices. We aim to deliver consistent features while optimizing the sculpting experience for each device. Check our ZBrush Feature Comparison page to see which version suits you best.
What file formats does ZBrush support?
ZBrush supports various formats for import and export 3D models. For more details, visit our ZBrush supported formats page.
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