Chaos Phoenix 5, Update 2.4 (5.24.00) for Autodesk Maya

Chaos has released Phoenix 5, Update Update 2.4 (5.24.00), the latest version of its fluid simulation software for Autodesk 3ds Max and Autodesk Maya. This update added support for Maya 2026 and fixes to various user-reported issues from the previous release, providing an overall more stable experience.


FIXED
- BUILD Crash when reloading phoenixfd.mll plugin and then closing Maya since Phoenix 5.21
- BUILD Warning about Field3D library failing to initialize when starting a render in Maya

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.

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: Update 2.4 (5.24.00)
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.chaos.com
Languages Supported: english
System Requirements: Windows *
Software Prerequisites: pre-installed Autodesk Maya 2022 - 2026
Size: 509.3 Gb