In brief
- The Megascans library on Fab contains around 23,000 scanned 3D assets.
- 80 Level reports that permanent free access has not been confirmed, though it appears likely.
- Under the updated terms, Megascans and Megaplants assets can be used to train AI models.
- Refunds for eligible content purchased on or after 1 January 2025 will be issued through Epic Account Balance by the end of 2026.
According to an 80 Level report dated 6 November 2026, the Quixel Megascans library is now free to access on Epic Games’ Fab marketplace. The collection contains around 23,000 high-quality scanned 3D assets, including architectural elements, furniture, vehicles, food, creatures and a variety of materials. The report suggests that free access may be permanent, but says this has not been confirmed as a final decision.
When will Fab listings be updated?
The library includes a range of material types, from damaged surfaces to natural elements and fabrics. However, not all assets may appear as free on Fab at the same time. According to 80 Level, listings will continue to be updated through 12 November. If an asset you’re looking for is not yet listed as free, keep this update schedule in mind.
It is worth being cautious about making definitive claims regarding the scope and duration of free access. 80 Level reports that all of Megascans is free and says the arrangement appears to be permanent, but the source does not present permanence as a firm commitment. Users should therefore check Fab’s current listings and the usage terms for each asset.
Usage rights for AI training updated
The report also says that the usage terms for Quixel assets have changed. Under the updated terms, Megascans and Megaplants content can be used to train AI models. This makes assets from these libraries available as resources for model training.
The source does not explain the detailed limits of this new right or the conditions governing the training process. Teams planning to use assets in AI projects should therefore review the updated terms. This change matters not only to those adding assets to scenes, but also to users who want to put them to work in a different production process.
Which purchases are eligible for a refund?
According to 80 Level, refunds are planned for users who purchased Megascans or a Quixel Bundle on or after 1 January 2025. To receive a refund, users need to sign in to their Epic Games account. The funds are expected to be credited to Epic Account Balance by the end of 2026; this balance can be used on Fab and across the Epic ecosystem.
The report says users who receive a refund will retain the license they purchased and will also benefit from the updated AI rights. In other words, the refund is not described as cancelling the existing license. However, the source does not provide further details on how refund amounts will be calculated or the exact processing schedule.
Impact on architecture and archviz workflows
For architects, interior designers and visualization artists, free access to a large library of scanned assets could expand the selection of environmental elements, surfaces and decor available for scene building. Teams working with a variety of materials and natural elements can explore the Fab collection to find assets suited to their projects.
The source does not provide information about file formats, software compatibility or hardware requirements. So don’t assume that every free asset will fit directly into your existing production workflow; check each item as part of your project pipeline. Review the license terms according to your intended use, too. Teams considering using assets for AI training should also verify the scope of the updated rights.
Sources
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Free access to Megascans could give architecture and visualization teams in Turkey a wider range of scanned assets to work with when building scenes. For those looking to try out different options for materials and environmental elements, this change could reduce the cost of acquiring assets.
Still, free access does not mean that every asset is compatible with every piece of software. Since file formats and hardware requirements have not been specified, it is important to test assets in your production workflow and read the license terms. Offices considering AI training should also clarify the limits of the new rights, and remain cautious about permanence until there is a definitive announcement.
Frequently asked questions
Is Quixel Megascans free on Fab?
According to 80 Level, the entire Megascans library is now free to access on Fab. Permanent free access has not been confirmed; the report says it appears likely.
Can Megascans assets be used to train AI?
The report says the updated usage terms allow Megascans and Megaplants assets to be used to train AI models.
How will refunds for Quixel purchases work?
Users who purchased Megascans or a Quixel Bundle on or after 1 January 2025 need to sign in to their Epic Games account to receive a refund. Refunds are planned to be credited to Epic Account Balance by the end of 2026.
