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Explore the fascinating history of trueSpace, Caligari's groundbreaking 3D modeling and animation software that competed with industry giants like Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, and LightWave during the 1990s. Discover how this pioneering software distinguished itself through its intuitive interface and innovative real-time 3D collaboration features, serving as a crucial stepping stone for many 3D artists before Blender's eventual rise to dominance. Learn about trueSpace's significant contributions to computer graphics history, from its initial success and widespread adoption to Microsoft's strategic acquisition of the technology. Understand the circumstances that led to the software's eventual discontinuation and its transformation into components for Virtual Earth and Bing Maps 3D. This 13-minute video documentary provides comprehensive insights into one of the forgotten pioneers of 3D graphics software, examining both its technical innovations and the market forces that shaped its trajectory in the competitive landscape of professional 3D modeling and animation tools.
