KitBash3D and Greyscalegorilla have merged, uniting the two companies to accelerate their R&D projects, expand asset libraries and collaborate on tools that bring 3D to life for artists.
The well-known developer of 3D asset kits for films and games, KitBash3D, and Greyscalegorilla, a creator of some of the world’s most recognised motion design plugins, have merged, uniting the two companies under one roof. With this merger, their teams can now accelerate their R&D projects, expand asset libraries and collaborate on tools that make 3D feel more accessible and ready for projects.
"3D has become a key element of how we tell stories, design products and build virtual worlds, but creators are still limited by persistent barriers in their workflows," said Banks Boutté, co-founder and co-CEO of KitBash3D. "KitBash and Greyscale have long shared a vision of removing technical hurdles and empowering creators. This merger lets us accelerate that pursuit with greater resources and broaden our reach, while aiming to always put artists first."
Founded in 2017, KitBash3D has grown into a trusted resource in 3D, serving creative projects for more than 250,000 artists and studios worldwide. Its asset kits and Cargo platform – a free desktop app that centralizes a user’s KitBash3D assets and delivers them directly into 3D software – have been used in projects for Marvel, Netflix and 2K Games, helping creators build richer worlds, faster.
Now, they join Greyscalegorilla, known for its curated suite of tools, training and photorealistic materials, which have become industry standards for motion designers and major broadcasters like NBC and ESPN, as well as top advertisers, including Google and Nike.
Founders and executives from both companies will continue in leadership roles, forming a coherent team that will represent a fusion of both organisations. Maxx Burman and Banks Boutté, co-founders of KitBash3D, will act as co-CEOs of the new company. Nick Campbell, who founded Greyscalegorilla in 2009, will serve as the chief innovation officer, and lead product development for major platforms including Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine and Blender. Drew Little, co-founder of Red Giant, which merged with Maxon in 2020, has also joined the board as Chairman.
"This is more than a merger – it's an invitation," said Nick. "We're bringing creators into a larger ecosystem for 3D, where tools and assets work directly together to open new possibilities for creators."
Users will experience no disruption to pricing or support as part of this merger, with assistance remaining available through the usual channels. As the collaboration evolves, users can look forward to more streamlined workflows, greater cross-platform compatibility and new tools designed to serve both independent creators and studio pipelines.
"As 3D assets and tools become foundational across industries, the companies behind them have remained fragmented, which has slowed the pace of innovation," said Sebastien Deguy, founder of Substance, now Adobe 3D. "KitBash3D and Greyscalegorilla are two of the most respected teams in the space, and I'm excited to see how their combined strengths will help shape the next chapter for 3D creators." www.kitbash3d.com
