Sidefx Houdini 20.5.278 'link' Jun 2026

: A turnkey Rigid Body Dynamics (RBD) solver component designed specifically to automate vehicle simulations. It accommodates complex suspensions, tire tracks, and structural chassis deformations seamlessly out of the box. APEX Animate and Character FX Enhancements

What (Karma XPU, Arnold, V-Ray, Renderman) you are using?

Advanced simulation tools for sand, snow, and tissue, with specialized Masterclasses. SideFX Houdini 20.5.278

Houdini 20.5.278 is available through a subscription-based model, with various licensing options to suit different needs and budgets. The software is available in three main editions:

The MPM solver simulates multiple distinct physical states simultaneously within a single shared volume field: : A turnkey Rigid Body Dynamics (RBD) solver

The Universal Scene Description (USD) framework inside Solaris receives major stability updates in this build.

If you are currently on Houdini 19.5 or 20.0, follow these steps to ensure a smooth transition: Advanced simulation tools for sand, snow, and tissue,

Vellum received a dedicated XPU solver in 20.5.