Chaos Phoenix 5, Update 2.3 (5.23.00) for Autodesk 3ds Max

Chaos has released Phoenix 5, Update 2.3 (5.23.00), the latest version of its fluid simulation software for Autodesk 3ds Max and Autodesk Maya. This update added support for V-Ray 7 and fixes to various user-reported issues from the previous release, providing an overall more stable experience.

Phoenix 5, Update 2.3 (5.23.00) - Date: 26 November, 2024

NEW PHOENIX Support for V-Ray 7
IMPROVED INSTALLATION Phoenix is now being installed into C:\Program Files\Chaos\Phoenix FD instead of C:\Program Files\Chaos Group\Phoenix FD
FIXED SIMULATION GENERAL Crash during simulation second run when using Max native forces with Tuners
FIXED MESHER Empty Velocity render element for liquid meshes without active camera motion blur

Phoenix is an all-in one solution for fluid dynamics. Simulate fire, smoke, liquids, ocean waves, splashes, spray, mist and more. Built for 3D artists who want to create dynamic FX using quick presets, fast setup and intuitive controls. Preview and render interactively in the viewport. Adjust simulations on the fly. Create all types of physically-based fluid effects with fast, flexible controls for rendering, retiming and refining simulations. Integrated seamlessly into 3ds Max and optimized to render with V-Ray. Compatible with top industry tools such as Alembic, Krakatoa, Stoke MX and OpenVDB.
Chaos Phoenix 5, update 2 adds support for Autodesk 3ds Max 2025 and Maya 2025. Packed with powerful new features to give you even more creative control and open up new exciting simulation possibilities. That’s not all — we’ve also made a number of user interface enhancements and implemented significant speed ups, allowing you to get the job done faster and more efficiently — leaving you with more time to unleash your creativity.

What's New in Chaos Phoenix 5.10 and 5.20 Part 1


What's New in Chaos Phoenix 5.10 and 5.20 Part 2


In this video, me and our Phoenix lead developer Svetlin Nikolov ‪@SvetlinNikolovPhx‬ go over all new features and improvements in the online changelog of Phoenix 5.10 and 5.20 and demonstrate how they work with super simple setups, also mentioning any useful information that we could think of.
Chaos Group is a worldwide leader in computer graphics technology, helping artists and designers create photoreal imagery and animation for design, television, and feature films. Chaos Group specializes in physically-based rendering and simulation software used daily by top design studios, architectural firms, advertising agencies, and visual effects companies around the globe. Today, the company's research and development in cloud rendering, material scanning, and virtual reality is shaping the future of creative storytelling and digital design. Founded in 1997, Chaos Group is privately owned with offices in Sofia, Los Angeles, Baltimore, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Owner: Chaos Group
Product Name: Phoenix
Version: 5.23.00 *
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.chaos.com
Languages Supported: english
System Requirements: Windows **
Software Prerequisites: pre-installed Autodesk 3ds Max 2025
Size: 248.7 mb