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In #Blender, both the #Cycles and #Eevee render engines offer a variety of #light types and settings that allow for realistic or stylized illumination. This #tutorial will guide you through using lights effectively in Blender 3D with the Eevee render engine.

Creating a successful Steam page is like ski jumping – timing, precision, and the right angle are key to making a splash. Learn how to optimize your game's page for maximum visibility and success. #GameDev #Steam #IndieDev #Marketing #GameMarketing #SteamPage gamedeveloper.com/business/creat…

iCrowds is a new crowd simulation tool for Blender from the creators of iCity. It brings realistic crowd dynamics and animation to your projects, perfect for large-scale scenes. #Blender #CrowdSimulation #3DModeling #iCrowds #iCity #VFX #GameDev #Animation cgchannel.com/2026/03/icrowd…

Bring a stylized multi-biome landscape to your Unity projects with this incredible asset! Perfect for creating diverse environments and enhancing your game world. #Unity #GameDev #IndieDev #3DArt #AssetStore #GameDesign #EnvironmentArt #Stylized #Landscapes 80.lv/articles/bring…

Check out all the VFX breakdowns for IT: Welcome to Derry in one place! A deep dive into the visual effects that brought this iconic world to life. Don't miss the behind-the-scenes magic. #VFX #ITMovie #WelcomeToDerry #VisualEffects #Filmmaking #BehindTheScenes #Horror beforesandafters.com/2026/03/12/all…

Discover the VFX magic behind Agatha Christie's Seven Dials with Sean Stranks, VFX Supervisor at DNEG. Learn how they brought the story to life with cutting-edge visual effects. #VFX #Filmmaking #AgathaChristie #DNEG #VisualEffects #MovieMagic #PostProduction artofvfx.com/agatha-christi…

Check out this powerful Unity tool that makes creating meshes along splines a breeze. Perfect for developers looking to streamline their workflow and improve their game design process. #Unity #GameDev #IndieDev #MeshCreation #GameDesign #3DModeling 80.lv/articles/check…

Mesh2Motion can be used as a replacement for Mixamo. You all know my stance on Adobe and how important I think it is to move away from that company, so if you have anything to spare; please fund development on this. It's important for indies! (I donated $100)

MetaHuman Body Conform in UE 5.7 just got better! Expanded height range, more pose flexibility, and greater freedom to sculpt in your favorite DCC tool. Take a look at all the latest details here: epic.gm/metahuman-body…

1 pose = 4 animations The fastest way to sketch animation in #Cascadeur. Move JUST ONE idle pose and get 4 animation directions. Refine with AutoPhysics + add secondary motion. Done. #gamedev #indiedev #3D

Maxon just released #Redshift 2026.4 It's a significant update to the GPU renderer, introducing Redshift Live, a new real-time renderer that replaces Redshift RT More info: cgchannel.com/2026/03/maxon-… #Redshift #Redshift3D #rendering #VFX #animation #archviz @maxonredshift

Check out these top tips for using Substrate materials in automotive visualization with Unreal Engine! Elevate your car models with realistic materials and lighting techniques that bring your designs to life. #UnrealEngine #AutomotiveVisualization #3DModeling #SubstrateMaterials #Visualization #RealTimeRendering #UE5 unrealengine.com/en-US/spotligh…

NVIDIA’s new path-tracing fork of the Godot game engine is now available! This update brings enhanced graphics and realism to Godot, empowering developers with cutting-edge rendering techniques. Exciting times for indie devs and enthusiasts! #GameDev #PathTracing #GodotEngine #IndieDev #NVIDIA #GameDesign #Graphics #RealTimeRendering cgchannel.com/2026/03/get-nv…

A new anatomy pose reference tool for artists is here! This resource helps bring accurate and dynamic human poses to life, making it easier for artists to refine their skills. A game-changer for both beginners and pros. #ArtTools #ArtistResources #Anatomy #ArtReference #DigitalArt #ArtCommunity #Characters 80.lv/articles/check…

Check out this exclusive breakdown from Imageworks on their work for "In Your Dreams." The team’s attention to detail and innovative techniques behind the dreamlike visuals are impressive. A must-see for VFX fans! #VFX #FilmProduction #Imageworks #InYourDreams #VisualEffects #BehindTheScenes #Filmmaking beforesandafters.com/2026/03/05/exc…

Zero VFX shares an inside look at the stunning visual effects work on "Eenie Meanie." From conceptualization to execution, their team brought dynamic visuals to life with cutting-edge techniques. A must-read for VFX enthusiasts and creators! #VFX #VisualEffects #FilmProduction #ArtOfVFX #ZeroVFX #Filmmaking #BehindTheScenes artofvfx.com/inside-the-vis…

iCrowd's Generator gets an exciting update with a new ragdoll system! The update brings more dynamic and realistic character physics, enhancing gameplay and immersion. This feature will open up new possibilities for developers and players alike. #GameDev #Physics #Ragdoll #IndieDev #UE5 #GameDesign #iCrowd 80.lv/articles/icrow…

Check out Eyeline's VFX breakdown of its CG environments and simulation work for Season 4 of The Witcher, including this pile of rolling logs Watch the full video on Eyeline's website: eyelinestudios.com/en/vfx #VFX #VFXbreakdown #simulation #TheWitcher @eyelinestudios

Arm Accuracy Super Resolution (Arm ASR) reduces GPU load, improves power efficiency, and delivers stunning visuals to mobile gaming. Get the free UE5 plugin on Fab and learn more from Julie Gaskin, Staff Developer Evangelist from the @Arm Ecosystem Team. epic.gm/arm-ue-mobile

🥳A new (incredible) Blender version just dropped, so I decided to make a little animation tutorials for you to test it out! You can get my free character rigs to follow along. 👉 youtu.be/SLh3hUIxv1s #Blender #animation #P2design #3D #rig

Canva just released its first major update to the new free unified edition of the #Affinity tools Check out the new features in Affinity 3.1, including the Live Tone Blend Group and Tone Brush for faster #compositing and #retouching cgchannel.com/2026/03/canva-… @affinity