Why Studios Overlook Blender Despite Its Advancements

0:00 Introduction

The video delves into why many studios overlook Blender despite its popularity and advancements over the years.

6:16 Corridor Digital Interview

• Blender, released as open source in 2002, faced tough competition from established software like Maya and 3ds Max.
• Prior to Blender 2.8, it struggled with speed, support, and usability, limiting its professional use.
• Major updates, including a new interface and enhanced rendering capabilities, have improved Blender significantly since its earlier versions.

12:30 Cost Considerations

• Transitioning to Blender could save studios substantial money, but the time required to train staff can lead to greater losses.
• Hiring Blender experts does not guarantee better individual efficiency compared to specialized software, which is preferred by studios.

18:00 Industry Standards and Support

• Studios often have long-term contracts with companies like Autodesk, ensuring bulk discounts and dedicated support.
• Large studios receive priority support that individual users or smaller companies do not, reinforcing their reliance on established software.

24:00 Conclusion

Despite its advancements, Blender is not poised to become the industry standard as studios are reluctant to switch from proven tools that meet their extensive needs. The video emphasizes the gap between individual creators and large studios in terms of resources and support.