ArcGIS CityEngine
Transform 2D GIS data into smart 3D city models.
Overview
ArcGIS CityEngine is a specialized software used by urban planners, architects, and landscape architects to create detailed 3D models of cities and large-scale landscapes. It uses a procedural approach, allowing designers to generate complex 3D environments from 2D data and a set of rules. It is ideal for urban planning, master planning, and site analysis.
✨ Key Features
- Procedural 3D Modeling
- Rule-based City and Landscape Generation
- GIS Data Integration
- Scenario Planning and Analysis
- Export to Game Engines (Unreal, Unity)
- VR and Web Scene Creation
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Powerful procedural modeling engine
- Deep integration with the ArcGIS platform and GIS data
- Focus on large-scale urban and environmental modeling
Unique Value: CityEngine enables the rapid creation and analysis of large-scale, data-driven 3D landscape and urban models, which is not feasible with traditional modeling techniques.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Procedural generation of large-scale 3D urban and natural environments.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Detailed design of small residential gardens
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike visualization tools like Lumion or Twinmotion, CityEngine is a modeling and analysis tool. Compared to InfraWorks, it offers a more flexible and rule-based procedural modeling environment for creating detailed custom designs.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 21-day free trial
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