Here’s a complete write-up on using the in 3ds Max 2023 , covering what it is, how to access it, installation, workflow, and practical tips. V-Ray Material Library for 3ds Max 2023 – Complete Guide 1. What Is the V-Ray Material Library? The V-Ray Material Library is a free, built-in asset database included with V-Ray 5 and later (including V-Ray 6). It contains over 500 high-quality, ready-to-render materials ranging from metals, wood, concrete, fabric, glass, plastic, leather, and more. These materials are physically based (PBR), optimized for V-Ray’s rendering engine, and designed to work out of the box with 3ds Max 2023.