V-Ray 5 for 3ds Max release

I recently purchased V-Ray Next for 3ds Max. Am I entitled to a free upgrade?

That depends on the date of purchase. If you purchased V-Ray Next for 3ds Max after April 29, 2020, you are entitled to a free upgrade. You can download the latest version from your personal page at www.chaosgroup.com.

I have a valid V-Ray Next for 3ds Max rental license. Am I entitled to a free upgrade?

Yes, you can download the latest version from your personal page at www.chaosgroup.com.

What versions of 3ds Max is V-Ray 5 compatible with?

V-Ray 5 is compatible with Autodesk 3DS Max version 2018 and above.

Does V-Ray 5 for 3ds Max have new prices?

No, prices for V-Ray 5 for 3DS Max will remain the same.

From which versions can I upgrade to V-Ray 5 for 3ds Max?

You can only upgrade to V-Ray 5 for 3DS Max from version Next.

I still have version 3 of V-Ray for 3DS Max. Can I still upgrade?

No, unfortunately, it is no longer possible to upgrade. You can only purchase a new (rental) license. As a version 3 user, we offer you a special trade-in promotion with a 20% discount on the first year of a V-Ray 5 for a 3DS Max rental license until September 30, 2020.

Will I still have access to V-Ray Next and version 3 with v5?

Yes, version 5 of V-Ray for 3DS Max is backward compatible with version Next and version 3.

I have a valid educational license of V-Ray Next for 3ds Max. Do I have access to version 5?

Yes, users with a valid educational license will receive the new version for free.

Which versions does the manufacturer still support after the release of version 5?

Support for version 3 ends with the release of version 5. Only versions Next and 5 are therefore still supported.

I have another dongle. Can I have V-Ray 5 for 3ds Max added to this?

No, the dongle system has not been supported by the manufacturer for some time. The most recent versions of V-Ray all work with Online Licensing.