The Future of Web3D: Standards, Performance, and Immersive Experiences
As browser capabilities expand with WebGPU, spatial computing becomes mainstream, and AI transforms content creation, we're at a pivotal moment for open 3D standards.
News & Features
2026 Apr 4
Join the Web3D Consortium and community leaders at the Siggraph 2026 BoF session for an interactive discussion on the evolving landscape of 3D graphics on the web.
2026 Mar 23
Web3D Webinar, Monday 23 March 2026. Build and Publish in X3D: Unlocking the Power of the X3D Toolchain for Repositories and Model Management
Thanks to everyone joining us for an insightful session where we will explore the features and benefits of the X3D Toolchain, providing deep-dive demonstrations on:
2026 Mar 8
Building 3D games and interactive experiences just got more powerful. Castle Game Engine is a free, open-source game engine that leverages X3D (Extensible 3D) standards, VRML, glTF, IFC and other powerful standards-based formats for creating stunning 3D content.
Check out X3D and Castle Game Engine!
2026 Feb 26
RawKee code base support in multiple DCC applications and formats.
University of North Dakota DREAM Lab is working on RawKee X3D exporter ecosystem to expand on the existing RawKee code base to support multiple DCC applications and formats.
2026 Feb 26
Live interactive web visualization and text modified and the results reloaded using the Load Manifest into Viewer.
IIIF a consortium of leading cultural institutions has announced a draft specification for presenting computer-based 3D content.
Live interactive web visualization, and text can be modified and the results reloaded using the Load Manifest into Viewer.
2026 Jan 27
Web3D 2026 – Call for Papers Now Open!
Web3D 2026 – Call for Papers - Now Open!
2026 Jan 5
A Year of Interoperability, Innovation, and Community Engagement
Message from the Executive Director, Anita Havele
2025 Sep 18
Thank you for joining us at Web3D 2025 in Siena, Italy. This year’s event brought together a vibrant community of innovators, creators, and thought leaders in the field of 3D web technologies.
Web3D 2025 attendees had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, engage in insightful discussions, and explore the latest advancements in Web3D technologies.
2025 Sep 14
X_ite's Sunrize X3D Editor, now Available as a Windows Setup.exe Installer. The dedicated Windows installer makes the Editor more accessible and user-friendly for a wider community.
Sunrize X3D Editor can now be installed on Windows using a standard Setup.exe package — making installation smoother, faster, and more consistent for everyone on the Windows platform.
2025 Aug 20
Web3D Consortium celebrated its 30th year of 3D Web technology innovations at SIGGRAPH 2025! Sharing new alliances, showcasing use cases of real-world applications, ongoing projects and initiatives to allow interoperability of Web3D standards. Join us in shaping the future of 3D on the web and the Metaverse.
Web3D Consortium promoted collaboration during SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver, Canada.
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