- Shapelab Max 2026 Small Update - 15 July 2026
Dear Shapelab Community,We just released a small update that you can try out right now! Here is a quick look at the latest improvements and fixes:Non-uniform scaling in hierarchyChild objects of a non-uniformly scaled object now get the resulting shear baked in their geometry instead of resetting.Pivot positions are preserved.Child object which do not support n-u scale keep their original scale but still move along the scaling direction. Mask smoothing slider Allows to control the amount of smoothing applied to the edges of the masked area when performing mask-related operations like copy, cut, delete or extrude. The new slider is available in the Mesh Operation’s tab of the contextual menu. Other FixesFixed occasional UI jittering happening on desktop when navigating the scene.Absolute resolution slider does no longer get reset after switching to a relative resolution tool.Fixed Create…
- The Shapelab Max 2026 Summer Update is Live! - 23 June 2026
Dear Shapelab Community,The summer heat is officially here, but the good news is now you have an excuse to stay in, as we just released the latest Shapelab Max update! Grab your headset, and lose yourself in a brand-new VR sculpting session while you hide from the sun!We’ve packed this major release with several new features and improvements designed to make your creative process smoother and faster.Key Feature Highlights:New Tool Preset System: A new preset system lets you save, manage, and apply your own tool configurations. The preset selector is available from the settings panel of any tool that supports presets.Exoside Quad Remesh Integration: For users with an active Exoside “ALL Software” quad remesher license, Exoside's quad remesh is now available directly from the context menu's Quad Remesh tab.Overhauled Brush Alphas: The brush alpha pattern library has been reworked for easi…
- New Shapelab Max Basics video series now on Youtube! - 22 May 2026
Dear Shapelab Community,We are excited to announce that we have launched a brand-new, comprehensive video guide covering every single feature in Shapelab Max 2026! Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, these quick video guides will help you optimize your workflow and work even faster. Check out the full playlist on YouTube here: Watch the first video: 50% Upgrade Discount for Shapelab 2024 and 2025 owners If the latest features caught your eye and you are looking to upgrade from an older version of Shapelab, don't forget that you are entitled to 50% off of Shapelab Max 2026! In this case please make sure to choose the 'Shapelab Max 2026 Upgrade' DLC, which is already at the discounted price.New to Shapelab?Now is a great time to jump in, as Shapelab Max 2026 is 30% off on Steam between May 22-Jun 4! Make sure to choose the 'Shapelab 2026' package.Feel free to let us know if you have any f…
- Minor Update - 24 March 2026
Dear Shapelab community,We just released a small update with fixes and tweaks:Removed rule which was preventing the deletion of some empty objects after import.Fixed an issue where sliders in the Parametric Shape panel (Create Object and Stamp tools) were interactable outside the scroll area.Added a missing checkbox in the Custom Environment Creation panel under the “Enable direct light” section.Resolved a bug that prevented newly created Templates from being renamed.You can find the official release notes on this link.Happy Sculpting,Shapelab team
- Shapelab Max 2026 Spring Update is Here! - 18 March 2026
Dear Shapelab Community,Spring is a season of growth and renewal, and we’ve applied that same spirit to your sculpting toolkit. We are thrilled to announce that the Spring Update for Shapelab Max 2026 is officially live!This update introduces several key improvements designed to make your sculpting experience smoother, faster, and more intuitive in VR and on Desktop.New Features & ImprovementsHere is a closer look at what’s new in the Spring Update:World Floating Windows (Document Outline, Context Menu): we’ve introduced a unified window system for all world-space floating panels, bringing consistent visuals and interactions across featuresAlways Visible Document Outline (VR Only): the Document Outline can now be undocked from the controller and used as a floating window in VR.Virtualized Lists & File Browser Improvements: we’ve optimized lists to improve performance primarily in the Do…
- Shapelab Max 2026 is here! Get the Exclusive Launch Offer Now. - 16 December 2025
Dear Shapelab Community, We are proud to present our latest annual release, Shapelab Max 2026, now available on Steam! What's New in Shapelab Max 2026?Shapelab Max 2026 is the direct successor to Shapelab 2025. Rebranded with "Max" to signify the ultimate, full-featured creative suite for PCVR, it delivers all the well-known tools plus significant new additions:Redesigned, Rebuilt, and More Powerful GizmoTransform System & Non-Uniform ScalingElastic move toolBrush Rotation UpgradeVoxel Remesh UpgradeA single, consistent Symmetry Reference SpaceQuick Access Wheel Expansions (VR)Adjustable Viewport Momentum (VR Only)VR controller hapticsand more, plus updates coming throughout 2026! Read the full release note here. Special Launch OfferBuy Shapelab Max 2026 before January 15, 2026 and get exclusive, free access to the upcoming Shapelab Max for Meta Standalone version: the full experience o…
- The next era of Shapelab is coming to Steam on December 16th! - 3 December 2025
Dear Shapelab Community,We are very excited to announce that Shapelab Max 2026 (aka Shapelab 2026) is launching soon! Shapelab Max 2026 is the direct successor to Shapelab 2025. Rebranded with "Max" to signify the ultimate, full-featured creative suite for PCVR, it delivers all the well-known tools plus significant new additions. What's New in Shapelab Max 2026?Get ready for a smoother, faster workflow with new features (with more coming in 2026):Redesigned, Rebuilt, and More Powerful GizmoTransform System & Non-Uniform ScalingElastic move toolBrush Rotation UpgradeVoxel Remesh UpgradeA single, consistent Symmetry Reference SpaceQuick Access Wheel Expansions (VR)Adjustable Viewport Momentum (VR Only)VR controller haptics...and more! More details are coming soon.As Shapelab 2024 or Shapelab 2025 owner, you will get an exclusive 50% discount on Shapelab Max 2026! Moreover, we have a speci…
- Minor Update - 6 November 2025
Dear Shapelab community,We've just released a small update on Steam, with the following improvements:Create Tool and Stamp Tool UI Cleanup + New Minor FeatureImplemented a scroll view for a cleaner and more compact UI.Create Tool: Moved the “Polymesh” vs “Voxel” deployment options to a new section called Modes. The Inherit PBR Material Settings toggle button has also been relocated there.Create Tool: Added a new Reset Size button that resets the deployable object’s size to 1:1 before deployment.Voxel Engine Undo/Redo Memory FixFixed an issue where voxel tools did not properly free up undo/redo memory space.Security UpdateApplied a Unity patch addressing the issue detailed in the following link.You can find the official release note here. In case of questions or feedback, feel free to send us an email to [email protected],Shapelab team
- The BIGGEST Shapelab sculpting challenge to date is here! 📢 - 30 October 2025
Dear Shapelab Community, Winter is upon us, and the darkness is absolute. The nights are at their longest, and survival demands vigilance against a cold, encroaching dread. Are you ready to capture this gloomy atmosphere from the frozen, silent ruins and perpetual fog to the monstrous creatures that awaken under the longest, darkest night of the year? Create an artwork on the theme of the darkest night of the year using both Shapelab and Blender in your workflow and win amazing prizes! We've lined up top-tier sponsors for amazing prizes and an incredible jury will decide on the 3 challenge winners.Submissions close November 30th midnight (AoE), so it’s time to check the rules and join the madness! Find all details on the challenge here: https://shapelabvr.com/shapelab-challenge-2025/ Stay warm, and keep sculpting. We'll be watching…👀Shapelab team
- Minor Update - 11 September 2025
GoZ Integration (Beta)Initial support for Pixologic GoZ is now available.Seamlessly send and receive objects between Shapelab and ZBrush.Supports PolyMeshes and Voxels.One-click setup, automatic linking, and full undo/redo compatibility.Note: Only mesh data is transferred. Subdivision levels and vertex colors are not supported yet.Please see more information here. Fixes and ImprovementsImproved UI structures for smoother operationFixed transform tab issues with tablet & pen setupsResolved UI glitches in custom environment configuration panelsFixed material preset saving errorsVarious other UI and low-level stability improvements
- The Summer’s Still Here, But Our Autumn Update is Ready! - 6 August 2025
Dear Shapelab Community,The days might still be long, but we’re already getting ready for a new season of creativity! While you’re enjoying the last of the summer sun, we’ve been busy preparing the latest update. The Shapelab 2025 Autumn Update is here, and it’s packed with exciting new features that will make your workflow faster and more intuitive than ever!What’s in the Shapelab 2025 Autumn Update?A new Quick Access Wheel designed to significantly enhance your workflow by providing context-specific tool access, additional wheels, and new customization options.You can now choose different wheel settings for different contexts: scene mode, polymesh objects, and voxel objects.Multiple customizable tool wheels: For each defined context, you can configure up to 7 distinct tool wheels, offering layered access to your tools.Full control: you can choose from a number of customization options…
- Shapelab 2025 Summer Update is Here - 10 June 2025
Dear Shapelab community,Summer’s heating up—and so is Shapelab 2025! Our latest update brings a refreshing batch of tools and improvements to boost your creativity like never before.What's NewLine and Plane Constraints (Primarily for Voxel Tools): enables movement and drawing restricted to a defined line or planeGlobal Material Properties Configuration: New UI Panel and Brush IntegrationVoxel-Related Updates: Smoother Voxel Clay Stroke, a new Voxel “Draw Brush” and Resolution OptimizationDocument Outline Redesign: Improved Layout, New Commands and Parenting EnhancementsReference Image EnhancementsMany more improvements & fixesRead the full release note here: https://leopoly.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/3/article/901054465 Want to upgrade to Shapelab 2025?Upgrade now to unlock all the latest features by choosing the Shapelab 2025 Upgrade DLC, exclusive for Shapelab 2024 owne…
- Shapelab 2025 is now fully localized in French, German, Japanese, and Spanish! - 16 May 2025
Dear Shapelab community, Exciting news—Shapelab 2025 is now fully localized in French, German, Japanese, and Spanish on Steam! Following the recent release of our Chinese (Simplified) translation, we’re now expanding support to even more languages, taking a big step toward making VR 3D modeling truly global. Whether you’re creating in French, sculpting in Spanish, designing in German, or even Japanese, you can now enjoy the full Shapelab experience in your language! If you've been waiting for a localized version, now’s the perfect time to dive in and start creating! As always, if you notice any translation issues, don’t hesitate to reach out—we genuinely appreciate your feedback and support! Best, Shapelab Team
- Last Chance: 50% off Shapelab 2025 ends tomorrow! - 29 April 2025
Dear Shapelab community, Just a quick reminder: the 50% discount for upgrading to Shapelab 2025 ends April 30! After that, the discount drops to 40% for existing users. If you’re a Shapelab 2024 user and want to jump into all the new features—like our brand-new voxel-based modeling tools—now’s the best time to get the biggest savings! Make sure you select the Shapelab 2025 Upgrade DLC. : Go to Steam store Please note that the Upgrade DLC will only work for users who already own Shapelab 2024, that is why the price is universal and is already the discounted amount. In case you don't want to upgrade now, you can keep using Shapelab 2024 and still have the option to upgrade later to Shapelab 2025 at a significant discount (40% off starting May 1). Happy sculpting! Shapelab team
- Exciting News: Shapelab nominated at the Auggie Awards 2025! - 28 April 2025
Dear Shapelab community, We’re thrilled to share that Shapelab has once again been nominated for the prestigious Auggie Awards — the biggest event in the AR/VR industry! Last year, thanks to your amazing support, we made it all the way to the finals. While we didn’t take home the top prize, it was an incredible milestone that helped put Shapelab on the map. This year, we’re back — this time with Shapelab Lite, our latest VR sculpting tool for standalone headsets — and we believe we have a real shot at winning, but we need your help to get there! If you love Shapelab and want to support our team, here’s how you can vote (it only takes a few minutes!): Register here: https://auggies.awexr.com/ Click on ‘Judge’ in the top menu Find the category ‘Best Creator & Authoring Tool’ Vote for Shapelab Lite! Voting is open until May 14th, so please spread the word! Let’s make some noise and get Sha…
- Last Week to Get 50% Off Shapelab 2025! - 22 April 2025
Dear Shapelab community, Last week’s Shapelab 2025 update was a major one, including new features, performance improvements, and—most exciting of all—the first iteration of our voxel-based modeling tools! These tools lay the foundation for hybrid sculpting workflows that combine the flexibility of voxels with the power of polygon meshes. It’s a big step forward for digital sculpting in VR! If you’re currently using Shapelab 2024, you still have a few days to get the biggest savings on Shapelab 2025: Get 50% OFF of Shapelab 2025 until April 30 – exclusively for Shapelab 2024 owners! Ensure you select the Shapelab 2025 Upgrade DLC to take advantage of this discount. The DLC is already at a discounted price. Not ready to upgrade just yet? No worries. Starting May 1, Shapelab 2024 owners will still be eligible for a 40% discount—so you’ll continue to get significant savings even after this…
- The Shapelab 2025 Spring Update is here! - 15 April 2025
Dear Shapelab community, We're happy to announce the latest Shapelab 2025 update, packed with features and improvements to make your sculpting experience even smoother in 2025. We’re also excited to introduce the first generation of Shapelab’s voxel tools! If you have Shapelab 2025, you can explore these new features today: First Iteration of Voxel Engine & Tools – Check out the first work-in-progress version of Shapelab’s voxel features, designed to enhance modeling versatility—suitable for sketching, blockouts, and early-stage ideation workflows! Sculpt Cursor Repositioning – Adjust your sculpting cursor with ease for a more natural feel. Quick Switch – Instantly select any object/layer and jump into Edit Mode in one seamless action—combining scene navigation, object selection, and editing without breaking flow. Cavity Masking – A new surface curvature-aware masking so you can target…
- Shapelab 2025 Now Available in Chinese - 6 March 2025
Great news for our Chinese-speaking community—Shapelab 2025 is now fully localized in Chinese (Simplified)! We’re committed to making VR 3D modeling more accessible to artists worldwide. If you prefer using Chinese, you can now enjoy a seamless, fully translated experience in your language. For those who have been waiting for a localized version, now is the perfect time to jump in! If you spot any translation mistakes, please let us know—we truly appreciate your feedback and understanding! Best, Shapelab team
- Shapelab 2025 DLC - Minor Update and Fixes - 22 January 2025
Shapelab Help Center Release Notes New Addons Hidden State Storage: The show/hide state of objects (also known as layers) is now saved within the SL3D project file format. Selection Groups: Selection groups are now preserved in the SL3D project file format. Fixes and Improvements Model Importer Enhancements: The 3D model importer now filters out incompatible entities, ensuring only manageable and usable assets are loaded into Shapelab. Exporter Adjustment: The 3D model exporter no longer attempts to fix degenerate triangles, as this often resulted in unfavorable outcomes. Desktop Brush Controls: Brush size can now be adjusted using the “+” and “-” keys on the desktop. Regularize Brush Fix: The resolution slider was missing from the brush modifier panel. Voxel Remesh Issue: Fixed an issue where voxel remeshing might not work immediately after inserting primitives. Rotation Reset for Orig…
- Shapelab 2025 is Here! - 16 December 2024
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Shapelab 2025, the next evolution of our cutting-edge VR 3D sculpting software! With many new features and improvements this version takes your creativity to the next level. Special Launch Discounts: For Shapelab 2024 Users: Upgrade to Shapelab 2025 at 50% off through our Shapelab 2025 Upgrade DLC. This offer is valid until December 31, 2024. Ensure you select the Shapelab 2025 Upgrade DLC to take advantage of this discount. For New Users: Get 25% off the "Shapelab 2025" package until December 30, 2024. What’s New in Shapelab 2025? Customizable Environments Experiment with different lighting and atmospheric settings. Import HDRIs or customize your Skybox, Ambient Light, and Reflections. Save and load your unique environments for future use. Redefined Parametric Primitives Fully enhanced shapes with new UI, presets, and parameters like bevel, cham…
