Getting Started with Octane for Blender
This guide walks you through setting up OctaneRender in Blender - from downloading the correct files to rendering your first scene.
Step 1: Download the Required Files
Visit OTOY's Downloads Page and download the following:
Octane Server
Octane for Blender build (make sure the version matches your current Blender version)
⚠️ The Blender build must be version-matched for Octane to function correctly.
Step 2: Launch the Octane Server
Once both files are installed:
Launch the Octane Server. This app must be running in the background in order for Octane to work inside Blender.
Step 3: Enable the Octane Add-on in Blender
Inside Blender:
Go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons
Search for “Octane”
Enable the checkbox next to the Octane plugin
Restart Blender if prompted
Step 4: Set Octane as Your Render Engine
In the Render Properties tab, switch the render engine to Octane
You should now see Octane’s render settings and node editor available
Step 5: Start Building
To begin creating with Octane in Blender:
Add Octane lights or an HDR environment
Begin using Octane shaders and materials within the node graph
✅ You’re Ready!
Octane is now fully integrated with Blender.
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