The release of SketchUp 2015 changed the landscape entirely. With the introduction of a 64-bit version for Windows, SketchUp broke through the memory ceiling. Suddenly, the software could handle heavy models that were previously the domain of high-end CAD programs. But a robust modeling platform needs a robust rendering engine, and that is where V-Ray 2.0 entered the picture.
The keyword is specific for a reason. The "64-bit" component is the most critical factor in this equation.
V-Ray 2.0 originally launched in . However, the specific version compatible with SketchUp 2015 (Service Pack 3, build 2.00.25244) was released on November 20, 2014 . This update was critical because SketchUp 2015 was the first version of SketchUp to offer a dedicated 64-bit version , requiring an updated V-Ray service pack to function. The 64-Bit Advantage
