Itoo Forest Pack: Industry-Standard Scattering Plugin for 3ds Max
Itoo Forest Pack is a powerful scattering and instancing plugin for Autodesk 3ds Max, developed by Itoo Software. It is widely used in architecture, visual effects (VFX), and game design to efficiently populate large scenes with trees, plants, rocks, crowds, buildings, and other objects while maintaining performance.
Key Features:
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Efficient Object Scattering:
- Uses advanced instancing technology to scatter millions of objects without impacting performance.
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Procedural Workflow:
- Allows parametric distribution of objects using splines, surfaces, or procedural rules.
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Built-in Library & Custom Assets:
- Comes with a large preset library of trees, grass, and natural elements.
- Supports custom models for complete artistic control.
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Randomization & Variation:
- Varies scale, rotation, and density to create natural-looking environments.
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Interactive Rendering Support:
- Works seamlessly with V-Ray, Corona Renderer, Arnold, and Redshift.
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LOD (Level of Detail) Management:
- Optimizes performance by adjusting object complexity based on camera distance.
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Animation & Wind Effects:
- Supports animated assets for realistic environmental movement.
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Compatibility with Other Plugins:
- Works well with RailClone, Quixel Megascans, and other 3ds Max tools.
Common Uses:
- Architectural Visualization (ArchViz) (forests, gardens, landscapes)
- Game Environment Design (terrain and foliage placement)
- Visual Effects (VFX) (large-scale natural scenes)
- Urban & City Planning (populating environments with buildings and vehicles)
System Requirements:
- Compatible with Autodesk 3ds Max (2015 and later)
- Works on Windows 10 & 11