Procreate Dreams 2: Elevating iPad Animation with Enhanced Features
The latest iteration of Procreate Dreams is here, offering a free update for existing users and a new opportunity for newcomers to explore the world of iPad animation. This update brings a host of highly requested features, solidifying Procreate's position as a top-tier animation software for the iPad. When the original Procreate Dreams was released in 2023, it received a five-star review on Creative Bloq, but it had its limitations. Users eagerly anticipated new features, and Procreate Dreams 2 addresses some of their most pressing requests.
What's New in Procreate Dreams 2?
The update introduces a lasso tool for precise selections and transformations in the Draw & Paint and Flipbook modes, a feature that was long-awaited by users. The timeline has been reimagined with three dedicated modes: Compose, Perform, and Keyframe. Compose allows for content positioning and editing without affecting keyframes, Perform records motion through touch, and Keyframe, as the name suggests, focuses on keyframe animation. Multiselect has also been made more accessible.
New brushes and improved painting consistency enhance the user experience. However, the most significant changes are in the Flipbook feature, which now supports an unlimited number of tracks. These tracks can be customized with various blend modes or used as masks, offering greater creative flexibility.
Procreate Dreams 2 also introduces advanced export settings, enabling users to export GIFs and transparent videos. Duration handles, luminance masks, and Continuous Filling in Colour Drop streamline the coloring process, while customizable keyboard shortcuts allow for personalized workflow adjustments.
Missing Features and Future Updates
While Procreate Dreams 2 introduces exciting improvements, some user requests remain unfulfilled. Vector brushes, a bones animation system, and 3D object support are still on the wishlist. However, the addition of the lasso tool addresses a significant gap in the app's functionality, making it more appealing to potential users.
Upgrading to Procreate Dreams 2
Existing users can upgrade their projects to version 2 by tapping on the file, a straightforward process. For more information, visit the Procreate Dreams website and explore the beginner tips available on Creative Bloq.
Joe, a freelance journalist and editor at Creative Bloq, highlights Procreate Dreams 2's advancements in animation capabilities, making it an even more powerful tool for iPad artists and designers.
