V-Ray 2.0 was a landmark release from Chaos Group that brought interactive rendering to the forefront:
Enhanced tools for texture mapping, making it easier to manage complex geometry. autodesk 3ds max 2012 portable with vray 20 2011 eng full
A major leap in viewport performance, allowing for high-quality previews of lighting and shadows directly in the workspace. V-Ray 2
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Provided a dedicated shader for complex flake and pearl effects in automotive rendering.