3ds Max: thinkingParticles 7.4 Release
21thinkingParticles 7.4 — Major Procedural Power Upgrade!
We’re thrilled to unveil thinkingParticles 7.4, our biggest update yet—now fully compatible with 3ds Max 2026 and packed with over 160 new ME‑L functions to put true procedural control in your hands. Whether you’re a scripting novice or a VFX power‑user, this release transforms how you build, manipulate, and animate particle‑ and mesh‑based effects.
✨ Key Highlights
3ds Max 2026 Support
Our 7.4 build is recompiled and certified for the brand‑new 3ds Max 2026—so you can upgrade your pipeline without missing a beat.
160+ New ME‑L Functions
We’ve exploded the Math Expression Language into a full scripting powerhouse. Access and modify every mesh component—vertices, faces, normals, elements—and perform advanced operations like edge subdivision, dynamic remeshing, and more.
Artist‑Friendly Syntax
Deep scripting, zero intimidation. ME‑L remains intuitive, so artists can focus on creativity instead of syntax.