Hexagon, although it can't do EVERYTHING needed, is still a very viable option for mesh making. Many programs have specific strengths for certain tasks in the workflow, so there's no harm in exporting from one program to another to get the best result. Hexagon does most of the things I need quite admirably, so I see no reason to throw it away.Īlso, keep in mind that it isn't unusual at all (for 3D work in general) to jump between several programs to result in a finished mesh. To migrate to another software package would mean learning a new interface from scratch, which I don't really feel the urge to do currently. Well, for me, I have been using it for several years now, and I am familiar enough with its interface to get the job done easily. You might ask 'why bother?' with using Hexagon.

For the 'missing links' I simply use Blender - currently for DAE exporting, converting quad meshes to triangles (Hexagon is a bit inefficient in that regard), and eventually probably for rigging when I am ready to tackle it. As far as I know, it can't do rigging etc.

Keep in mind that Hexagon on its own won't be able to do everything you necessarily need for SL. Poor Hexagon seems to be an abandoned child though. But there might be some big upgrades on the way too - DAZ tend to be regular with updates for DAZ Studio and Bryce. My guess is that with the real economy being slow, they are offering up their software as a way of attracting new customers, who will potentially becoming BUYING customers of the content on offer.

However (if I remember correctly from when I used to be a regular customer there), DAZ have a 30-day money back guarantee in place, so any customers in the past month would be able to get a refund AND retain a free version of the software.ĭAZ tend to make most of their income from content sales - both inhouse and from third-party creators who list with them (DAZ take about a 50 to 60 percent cut of the sales, depending on whether the creators are 'power sellers' etc). and no doubt annoy customers as you suggest. DAZ do this kind of thing from time to time.

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