|
by O.Mizno = Osamu Mizuno
E-mail: o-mizno@mba.ocn.ne.jp
update Aug 18, 2010
Recent news
(Aug 18, 2010) Metasequoia Ver2.4.12 is released.
(Jun 29, 2010) Metasequoia Ver2.4.11 is released.
(Oct 18, 2009) Metasequoia Ver2.4.10 is released.
(Dec 14, 2008) Metasequoia Ver2.4.9 is released.
(Mar 16, 2008) MetasequoiaLE R2.4 is released.
Welcome to metaseq.net
I produce a software named "Metasequoia" as shareware. I also
release a limited edition "MetasequoiaLE" as freeware. This software
is made in my personal activity (not a work).
Metasequoia is a polygon modeler for 3DCG and game development. It provides
you efficient modeling works. It is very easy to use and learn, and even
a beginner of 3DCG will be able to manage it one day.
screenshot of Metasequoia
Features
One of features is a subdivision surface. It enables to create complex and organic objects as like humans or creatures, and works with a light response.
Other features are
- 3D paint for mapping
- Various formats to import and export, for example, DXF, LWO, 3DS, COB,
OBJ, and so on.
- Plug-ins that you can make with SDK
- Python script
- e.t.c.
System Requirement
- Windows98/Me/2000/XP/Vista/7
- Pentium or compatible processor (recommended Pentium4 or higher)
- 32MB empty of RAM (recommended 128MB or larger)
- * 640 x 480 x 16bpp (recommended 1024 x 768 or larger)
Download
You can download the latest version for evaluation. It doesn't contain
any English helps. And it doesn't support English completely.
THE AUTHOR MAKE NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
WITH RESPECT TO THIS SOFTWARE, ITS QUALITY, ACCURACY. THIS SOFTWARE IS
PROVIDED "AS IS", AND YOU, ITS USER, ASSUME THE ENTIRE RISK AS
TO ITS QUALITY AND ACCYRACY. YOU MUST USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.
| Metasequoia Ver2.4.12 |
metaseq2412.zip (5.0MB) |
SHAREWARE (latest version)
This version supports Windows Vista/7. |
| English help for Ver2.4.1 |
metaseq_help_eng_070502.zip (826KB) |
This document isn't translated completely, but it will help you. |
| Metasequoia Plug-in SDK 2.4.9 |
mqsdk249.zip (414KB) |
Plug-in SDK for Ver2.4.9 or later.
You can make your own plug-in with Visual C++ or Visual Studio.
However plug-ins need a license of shareware version. |
| MetasequoiaLE R2.4 |
mqle24.zip (4.05MB) |
FREEWARE |
| Metasequoia Ver2.4.11 |
metaseq2411.zip (4.97MB) |
SHAREWARE |
| Metasequoia Ver2.4.10 |
metaseq2410.zip (4.96MB) |
SHAREWARE |
| Metasequoia Plug-in SDK 2.4.1 |
mqsdk241.zip (409KB) |
Plug-in SDK for Ver2.4.1 or later.
You can make your own plug-in with Visual C++ or Visual Studio.
However plug-ins need a license of shareware version. |
| MetasequoiaLE R2.3b-2 |
mqle23b2.zip (4.65MB) |
FREEWARE
R2.3b-2 : Fixed the problem of exporting files.
NOTICE: This version doesn't support Windows Vista. |
Purchase & Price
Metasequoia is a low price of shareware. Metasequoia Ver1.0 has been released
in May 1999, and hundreds registered users are in Japan. In an unregistered
version, you can save only in the original format. Output in the various
formats are restricted, for example AutoCAD (DXF), LightWave (LWO), 3D
Studio (3DS), and so on.
You can purchase a license of shareware version of Metasequoia with PayPal. Please send e-mail to me when you want to purchase a license or have
any interests. My mail address is "o-mizno@mba.ocn.ne.jp".
MetasequoiaLE is freeware, and you can use it for any purposes (include
commercial use).
| Shareware version of Metasequoia |
$45.00 (USD) |
| Freeware version of Metasequoia (LE) |
FREE |
Changes between shareware and freeware edition
| Ver2.4 (shareware) |
| TrueType font text |
ok(*) |
ok |
| edit with handle |
ok |
ok |
| selection highlight |
ok |
- |
| local coordinate & hierarchy of objects |
ok |
- |
| weight of patch |
ok |
- |
| vertex color |
ok |
- |
| blob |
ok |
ok |
| lathe |
ok |
ok |
| mirror |
ok |
ok |
| subdivision surface |
ok |
ok |
| UV editor |
ok |
- |
| 3D painting |
ok |
ok |
| three orthographic views |
ok |
- |
| rendering |
ok |
ok |
| cartoon rendering |
ok |
- |
| plugin |
ok(*) |
- |
| Python script |
ok(*) |
- |
| MQO (original native format) load & save |
ok |
ok |
| Export SUF, RDS, COB, SCE, X, POV |
ok(*) |
ok |
| Export LWO, 3DS, OBJ, VRML |
ok(*) |
- |
| Export DXF |
ok(*) |
ok |
| Susie plugin |
ok |
- |
| commercial use |
ok |
ok |
| (*) available for registered user only |
FAQ
Q1. How can I purchase Metasequoia?
A1. You may be able to send money with PayPal. Please ask details to me
by e-mail.
Q2. Can I use MetasequoiaLE for commercial purposes?
A2. Yes. Old version of MetasequoiaLE is provided for educational or non-profit
purposes only, but now current version is used for any purposes included
commercial use.
Q3. Where is Metasequoia for Mac and Linux?
A3. It doesn't exist, and will not exist forever, sorry. Please use Windows.
Q4. I cannot select English as my language. Why?
A4. You didn't extract .zip correctly. Make sure that a hierarchy of folder
is follow:
Root (contains Metaseq.exe)
+-Alpha
+-Bump
+-Data (contains language.txt)
| +-English
+-help
| +-english
+-Texture
Other 3DCG softwares made in Japan
DOGA-L series (Project Team DoGA)
DoGA distributes software to learn CG Animation for beginners. If you think "Making a 3DCG animation is difficult.", you should try to use DOGA-L series right now! DOGA-L series are distributed as freeware or low price of shareware.
Redqueen Rendering Tool
Global illumination renderer.
Parthenon
Global illumination renderer with GPU.
|