ImpactPlus in Depth...

Don’t be put off by the terminology, we have explained each of these features in non-technical terms, enabling you to realise the animation power that you could have at your fingertips.

• Bump Map Textures

Ever find that your images can look a little dull? With ImpactPlus you can add a whole range of fantastic textures to liven up your images. Animate textures...even use movie clips as textures, for a TV scene-within-a-scene!

• Multiple Scene Viewpoints

ImpactPlus lets you look at things from a whole new angle! Using the viewpoint tool to change the point from which you’re viewing the scene you can select six preset viewpoints from which to study your scene - essential for anyone who takes their 3D animation seriously!

• Easy Animation Timeline

If you need great editing power, then ImpactPlus is for you! We all make mistakes, and editing your animation couldn’t be easier with the new Animation Timeline. The Animation Toolbar appears automatically when you open an ImpactPlus file, and each animation has its own independent Timeline so that you can see instantly how your animation is being created - crucial in keeping track on your project!

• Create Anaglyphs

How do you fancy creating your own 3D animations at home? Well, grab your 3D specs! ImpactPlus can convert any scene to anaglyph stereo (3D) for viewing on screen or on paper, using the supplied red-cyan glasses. For extra fun, try anaglyph animation! Great for kids of all ages. It’s like having a 3D movie in your own home!

• New Navigator Window for Easy Object and Scene Navigation

If you need a little bit more help, then the new Navigator Window could well become your best friend! This great little tool floats around your screen, highlighting all of the lights, planes and objects in a scene. You can also rename the each light, plane or object, giving you increased flexibility - essential when it comes to 3D animation.

• Directx 8.1 Support

Want to share and show your work? ImpactPlus combines its own sophisticated 3D model format with built-in DirectX 8.1 support for rapid 3D rendering. DirectX 8.1 gives you more flexibility by allowing you to both import and export models through this power-packed tool.

• 3D Workshop

If you want to take your scene building a step further, the 3D Workshop is where you should go! This fantastic tool helps you construct your own 3D objects using Quickshapes, simple drawing tools, or even clip art! ImpactPlus gives you the power to create your own masterpiece.

• Studio Animation Tab

Want to be the next Steven Spielberg? Make any 3D scene come alive! The Studio’s Animation tab even comes pre-loaded with dozens of exciting animated effects that you can click to apply to text and objects. Create your own mini-movie from the comfort of your own home with ImpactPlus.