After AI image and video generators, 3D model generators appear to be the next battleground for creative software. A day after the launch of Autodesk's Wonder 3D with text-to-3D and image-to-3D tools, major rival Maxon has announced that it's adding 3D model generation to Cinema 4D, one of our picks at the best 3D modelling software and the best animation software.
In Maxon's case, it's not developing its own generative AI model. Instead it's entered into a deal with the Chinese tech giant Tencent. It will integrate Tencent’s HY 3D AI engine into Cinema 4D. And it will launch on a new Cinema 4D for iPad app slated for release in late 2026 before coming to the existing desktop application.
