Can We Do It with Particles? - VFX Learnings from 'Returnal'
Explore Housemarque's innovative use of programmable particle systems in Returnal, including volumetric fog and character effects, to create stunning visual effects in game development.
Recalibrating Our Limits - Lighting on Ratchet and Clank - Rift Apart
Explore next-gen lighting techniques used in 'Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart', including workflow adaptations and challenges faced by Insomniac Games in creating stunning visuals for PlayStation 5.
The Subtle Art of Not Making VFX
Discover key non-technical skills for successful visual effects artistry: communication, collaboration, and embracing failure. Learn to thrive beyond technical expertise in VFX.
Super Powering Technical Artists Using Deep Learning
Explore generative models in game development, focusing on style transfer, neural doodling, and image translation. Learn how deep learning enhances technical artistry and animation in Unity.
High Dynamic Range Color Grading and Display in Frostbite
Explore Frostbite's approach to HDR display support, covering color grading, tone mapping, VFX re-authoring, and performance optimization for enhanced visual fidelity in game development.
Bleeding-Edge Effects on Mobile
Learn to create advanced mobile VFX: blood trails, softbody deformation, and SDF boogers. Breakdown of complex effects into simple, implementable steps for various platforms.
Optimizing and Deploying Real-Time Ray Traced Global Illumination with RTXGI – Unite Copenhagen
Explore real-time ray traced global illumination using NVIDIA RTXGI in Unity, featuring VFX breakdowns, best practices for lighting and modeling, and insights into creating stunning visual effects.
Create Amazing VFX with the Visual Effect Graph - Unite LA
Explore Unity's Visual Effect Graph to create stunning GPU-based particle effects in real-time. Learn key techniques, tools, and live demonstrations for advanced VFX creation.
What Else Are You Going To Do?
Explore the impact of machine learning on careers, focusing on animation and visual effects, and learn strategies to adapt to rapid technological changes in the workforce.
Visual Effects Bootcamp - The Rise of Realtime
Explore the future of game visual effects with industry veterans, discussing trends, real-time technology, and the importance of collaboration in the VFX community.
Visual Effects Bootcamp - Bringing Feature Film Effects to Real Time VR - Part 2
Explore techniques for replicating stylized feature film effects in real-time VR environments, enhancing visual fidelity and immersion in virtual reality experiences.
Player Interactions Visualized
Explore visual techniques to enhance player engagement through environment and effects, focusing on rewarding interactions in game design.
Fade-in Pixel - A Selective and Gradual Real-World Pixelization Filter
Innovative pixelization system using 3D-printed lens array and liquid control to gradually blur real-world objects, exploring novel techniques for altering appearance and inducing line of sight.
The Art of Creating Awe
Discover the secrets behind mind-blowing movie effects as a renowned visual effects artist shares his vision for enhancing on-screen reality in blockbuster films.
Harvest the Power of the GPU for Awesome Special Effects
Explore GPU-powered graphics with OpenGL shaders in Python using the Arcade library. Learn shader basics, integration, and create stunning visual effects.
The Art of Creating Awe
Discover how movie effects can enhance reality and create awe-inspiring moments in films like Apollo 13, Titanic, and Hugo with visual effects expert Rob Legato.
Making Technology More Natural
Explore Microsoft's vision for more accessible, intuitive technology through Claudio Guglieri's insights on Fluent Design, covering aesthetics, natural interfaces, and sensory experiences.
Making Games in React
Explore game development with React using react-three-fiber. Learn to create engaging visuals and effects while bypassing complex boilerplate, suitable for beginners and experienced developers alike.
Films Will Exist in Formats We Can't Yet Imagine
Explore the future of film with William Sargent of Framestore, discussing innovative formats and groundbreaking special effects that will shape the cinematic landscape in ways yet to be imagined.
Painting Pixels with WebGL and React Hooks - Powerful GPU-driven Visuals in React Apps
Explore integrating WebGL's GPU power with React Hooks for stunning visuals in web apps. Learn to combine WebGL's capabilities with React's component structure for efficient, expressive development.
Web Components
Explore the synergy between CSS features and Web Components to create superior user experiences, including Variables, Shaders, Compositing, Regions & Exclusions.