New Addons Are here
It’s a new year, filled with new possibilities. so lets take a look at some new addons for blender
beginning with the Sanctus Liquid Works, a collection of materials and shaders specifically designed for liquids. if you loved sanctus material work another collection of procedural shaders by the same creator you are gona love sanctus liquid works, just like material works, liquid works is procedural, fast and comes with over 100 shaders for blender, from milk, wine, blood, and anything you can think of, on top of that, it comes with procedural generators for generating bubbles, condensation and alot more, recommended for artists who just want to create instead of dealing with technical setups.
while Cell Fluids is not new, it recieved a major update to make it faster and batter with better materials, cell fluids is a liquid simulator comparable to fluid simulations you see in game engines like red dead redemption, its fast interactive and realtime, you don’t need to wait hours and hours baking fluids if all you need is a river flowing with form, turbulance and rapids, this is also great for creating oceans, lava, beach waves and animating boats that leave waves and form behind them, a true spectacle of an addon.
if you are creating an ocean though look into the Ocean addon a powerful addon more suited for large realistic ocean simulations, designed for performance and looks, the ocean addon can generate foam, waves and has a realistic look to it take a look at it.
Speaking of adding realism, the Destruction Tools addon is a favorite for artists creating dramatic, this is a collection of geometry nodes tools that work in both edit and object mode to make post apocalyse scenes or destroyed buildings, it includes tools for pilling up debris, adding cracks and damage to buildings, exposing and bending rebar and metals in a buidling, adding dangling wires and more, it makes adding small details like this more easier and directable than doing it any other way.
. if Creating realistic hair is difficult for you check out but this addon Blender Ready Hair System which simplifies the process with pre-designed hair setups that can be customized to fit any character. From stylized strands to photorealistic locks, the system is versatile enough to cater to a wide range of artistic needs. Animators and character modelers are particularly drawn to its user-friendly controls, which make hair creation faster and more intuitive without compromising on quality.
After the success of arcane, the spider verse and other stylized animated movies, its not surprising that stylized art is becoming more popular, more and more studios are experimenting with this style take a look at new series llike the secret agent they have some episodes in this style, so its good practice to include this type of art in your portfolio Stylized Shaders, is a great library to use for these types of renders, it has nearly everything you need from toon shaders, easy outlines, halftone, light effects and alot more.
Your portifolio are mostly going to be looked at by industrial veterans who are not easily impressed by shinny renders, what they want to see is the process behind your render, how its setup, and this Breakdown Maker provides a unique way to showcase their process. This addon is designed to create layered breakdowns of 3D scenes, allowing viewers to see the different elements and techniques used in a project. It’s widely used in tutorials, portfolios, and even professional presentations, as it provides a clean and engaging way to highlight the artistry behind the final render. Its customizable templates make it easy to adapt to any project, giving artists a polished way to share their creative journey.
Ornament Generator
Most of the time all you need for a boring render to turn into an epic one is detail, detail like ornaments and this addon comes with a number of handmade ormament patterns that can be easily added to any scene or object, just select an edge loop and turn it into a pattern you like, you can easily give all your objects high level detail like this to increase the production value of your shots.
Hyper Realistic Scenes is created to be used with GlobalSkin: the all-in-one solution for realistic characters in Blender. Please note that this product does not come with GlobalSkin and it will need to be purchased separately. It contains more than 20 meticulously crafted scenes, complete with thoughtfully designed materials, lighting setups, and hyper-realis tic models, including characters. This collection is particularly valuable for artists looking to achieve stunning realism without spending countless hours setting up scenes from scratch. By offering a comprehensive library of ready-to-use assets, it ensures artists can focus on creativity while maintaining a professional workflow.
Texturing can be a headache, especially when adding details like labels, decals, and other intricate elements. Decal Master makes this process effortless. With just a texture, Decal Master helps you project it onto any surface seamlessly, giving you the power to add those extra details without the hassle—perfect for adding logos, signs, and intricate surface designs to your models quickly and easily.
For those looking to integrate real-world textures and models into their scenes, PhotoScan enables photogrammetry directly inside Blender. Forget about monthly subscriptions to different photoscanning apps—this addon lets you do it all natively within Blender. It simplifies the process of turning photos into detailed 3D models, making it a favorite for environment artists and prop designers. It’s perfect for adding a layer of authenticity to scenes, as it captures the intricate details of real-world objects with minimal effort while streamlining your workflow.
Wiggly | Wiggle Anything!
Next up is the Wiggly addon, a tool that brings your animations to life with organic, hand-drawn-style movement. Perfect for creating fun, playful, or stylized animations, Wiggly lets you add random or controlled wiggle effects to objects and camera movements in just a few clicks. Whether you’re aiming for a subtle jitter or a full-on cartoon vibe, this addon makes it easy to add that extra layer of personality to your work. No more painstaking manual keyframing—just set up your wiggle, and let the magic happen! This is a must-have for anyone who loves playful, dynamic animations.
I love that we are starting to get addon bundles from one creator. Take an example of the B3FX bundle, which includes RBDLab, VDBLab, and FluidLab—a set of addons essential for creating VFX. With this bundle, you can destroy something using RBDLab, and that destruction might create smoke, dust, or even a fiery explosion. This is where VDBLab shines, offering a great collection of explosions, dust, and smoke effects. And if you need fluids to spill, like water or blood as a result of the destruction, FluidLab is the perfect tool for that. Together, these addons provide a seamless and powerful workflow for tackling complex VFX projects, making the B3FX bundle an invaluable resource for visual effects artists.
Rubble-it
If you’re a fan of adding destruction and detail to your scenes, the Rubble It addon is an absolute game-changer! Not only does it let you generate rubble and debris with ease, but it also comes packed with a library of realistic assets ready to scatter throughout your scene. From crumbling bricks and shattered concrete to twisted rebar and debris piles, these assets make it simple to create stunning, chaotic environments. Whether you’re designing a post-apocalyptic world, a battle-scarred cityscape, or adding subtle wear to your scenes, Rubble It delivers the realism you need—all with just a few clicks. Transform your environments from clean to convincingly messy in no time!
Finally, the Destroyed Building Generator brings the ruins of a post-apocalyptic world to life. This procedural generator creates detailed, destroyed structures that add drama and realism to any scene. Game developers and concept artists love its ability to quickly populate environments with convincing ruins, making it easier to craft stories set in dystopian or war-torn settings. Its attention to detail ensures that every broken beam and crumbled wall feels authentic, helping artists bring their visions to life.
Each of these addons offers something unique, whether it’s simplifying a tedious process or enabling entirely new creative possibilities. Together, they showcase the incredible depth and versatility that Blender continues to offer its community of artists.
