View this article at: http://dev.macnn.com/articles/06/03/16/hexagon.2.modeler Thursday, Mar 16, 2006 8:55am Eovia debuts Hexagon 2 modeler Eovia has introduced Hexagon 2, a "more comprehensive" version of its 3D polygonal and subdivision modeler that now includes more valuable features that allow 3D artists and illustrators to build, texture and preview detailed 3D models prior to rendering. Hexagon 2 offers an enhanced set of tools for modeling, refining, UV mapping, texturing and previewing intricate 3D creations. Version 2 includes intuitive freehand brush modeling, improved texturing features, a new comprehensive UV-mapping module, new 3D paint tools, compatibility with all popular graphics tablets (e.g., Wacom tablets) and immediate previews of fully detailed and textured models using the ultra-fast Ambient Occlusion simulating Global Illumination and realtime shadows. Hexagon will ship in April for $270; upgrades will be priced at $120 with a $20 discount for pre-orders (along with a $30 gift) and free upgrades for new v1 purchases through the end of April.