Procreate launches 'Dreams,' a comprehensive platform for 2D animation and video editing

Procreate, known for its iPad illustration tools, has launched a new app, "Procreate Dreams", a comprehensive platform tailored for 2D animations, videos, and storytelling with a robust set of tools accessible to all users. The anticipated app was announced in September, and now it's finally available for purchase on the App Store.

The Dreams app offers features for creating hand-drawn animations and motion graphics very easily. Users can draw and paint with Procreate's brushes, import them into Dreams, and the app's interface will simplify the animation process with features like the ability to "flick the timeline away" to create more drawing space. The app also includes motion and effects recording with touch, a multi-touch timeline for animation and fluid gestures, and audio and video editing features. The "Stage" feature enables users to create sets for characters within a single project, and the "Eternal History" feature allows non-destructive editing. The app is optimized for iPad and Apple Pencil, and supports iCloud for access across multiple devices.

The Dreams app, priced at $19.99 for a one-time purchase, competes with other animation apps such as Animation Desk, RoughAnimator, or ToonSquid, with its one-time purchase model being one of the most attractive factors in its favor.