Comprehensive FAQ on Articy Software's Major articy:draft X Update
Summary
Articy Software GmbH & Co.KG has released a significant update to articy:draft X, enhancing narrative design workflows with UX/UI improvements, developer tools, and a new VO Extension plugin for voiceover prototyping.
What is the main focus of the articy:draft X update?
The update focuses on enhancing narrative design workflows through UX/UI improvements, developer-focused enhancements, and introducing a new VO Extension plugin for voiceover prototyping.
Who will benefit from this update?
Game studios, narrative designers, and tool developers will find the update beneficial for creating and managing interactive stories and game projects more efficiently.
What are the key UX/UI improvements in this update?
Key improvements include cleaner dialogs for project creation, smarter field validation, navigation-friendly dialogs, editable directory fields, and streamlined source control management setup.
How does the update enhance tools for developers?
Developers can leverage enhanced Macro Development Kit (MDK) tools, including a configuration framework, plugin configurations tab, toolbar extensions, expanded change detection, and new property types for custom export settings.
What is the new VO Extension plugin and what does it offer?
The VO Extension plugin integrates ElevenLabs’ voice synthesis technology, allowing users to preview synthesized voiceovers, fine-tune tone and pacing, and manage voice libraries directly within articy:draft.
Where can I learn how to use the VO Extension plugin?
A tutorial video is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoQcomKjRuk to guide users on how to utilize the VO Extension plugin.
What other enhancements are included in this release?
Additional enhancements include searchable dropdowns, localization proofing support, SSO for Perforce, and various bug fixes for a smoother experience.
Where can I find the full details of the changes in this update?
Full details of the changes can be found in the official change log at https://www.articy.com/help/adx/RecentChanges.html.
When was this update released?
The update was announced on August 14, 2025.
Who is the CEO of Articy Software GmbH & Co.KG?
Carsten Schroeder is the CEO of Articy Software GmbH & Co.KG.
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