Five 3D content trends to watch in 2026
Andranik Aslanyan, Head of Growth here at VIVERSE, just shared five 3D content trends to watch in 2026.
His take is clear: 3D creation is speeding up again, and expectations are rising fast. If you build games, web experiences, apps, art, or 3D marketing activations, this is worth a bookmark.
The Five 3D content trends, simplified
- Gaussian splatting is going mainstream. It captures scenes fast with photoreal results in 3D.
- AI mesh generation shifts into a support role. Think cleanup, retopology, and stylized assets.
- Small-format social games keep gaining ground. Quick sessions and shareability beat long commitments.
- Movie marketing gets more interactive on the web. Expect more playable 3D microsites, not just trailers.
- AI tools boost artists instead of replacing them. The best tools remove busywork, not creativity.
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Want the full breakdown? Read Andranik’s Forbes post, 5 Trends In 3D Content To Watch In 2026.
Read more by Andranik about immersive storytelling and exploring AR/VR trends here on the VIVERSE blog.
