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The tool in version 2 is said to handle up to one billion particles. Further features include 25 particle modifiers and an online updater. Because the object-based control system has been retained, the plug-in requires no knowledge of Xpresso.
X-Particles is available in Standard and Pro versions. The Pro release includes features such as Xpresso nodes. There is also a free Lite version with which the plug-in can first be tested.
This comparison lets you see at a glance which version is right for your purposes.
All further information is available here.
Here is the X-Particles V2 reel:
X-Particles v2 Reel from mike batchelor on Vimeo.
