Awesome Custom Windows Wallpaper Inspired by Wii U Menu
https://80.lv/articles/awesome-custom-windows-wallpaper-inspired-by-wii-u-menu/
Published: July 17, 2025 09:26
Cute and clickable.
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Oblivion Remastered Co-Developer Virtuos Was Reportedly Hit by Layoffs
https://80.lv/articles/oblivion-remastered-co-developer-virtuos-was-reportedly-hit-by-layoffs/
Published: July 17, 2025 08:29
The game's success couldn't protect the employees.
Stylish 3D Model of Hornet from Hollow Knight
https://80.lv/articles/stylish-3d-model-of-hornet-from-hollow-knight/
Published: July 17, 2025 07:52
An amazing fan art by a 3D Character Artist known under the name of indifference.
Steam Bows Down to Payment Processors, Prohibits Content That Violates Their Rules
Published: July 17, 2025 06:27
A bunch of NSFW games have already been deleted as a result.
Check Out a Quick Tutorial on Creating Realistic Tape in Blender
https://80.lv/articles/check-out-a-quick-tutorial-on-creating-realistic-tape-in-blender/
Published: July 17, 2025 06:23
Guilherme Roberts showcased a high-quality WIP model of a gun and shared an explanation of how to create a lifelike tape.
Ubisoft CEO Puts His Son in Charge of the Tencent Subsidiary
https://80.lv/articles/ubisoft-ceo-puts-his-son-in-charge-of-the-tencent-subsidiary/
Published: July 17, 2025 04:39
Guillemot Junior assures his appointment is absolutely, definitely, most certainly not a case of nepotism.
Breakdown: Reimagining Joker's Clown Agency Office In 3D
https://80.lv/articles/breakdown-reimagining-joker-s-clown-agency-office-in-3d/
Published: July 16, 2025 18:27
Jihak Jung walked us through his interpretation of Ha-Ha's clown-hire office from Joker (2019) as a cinematic environment, focusing on texturing and lighting workflows to enhance storytelling through space and mood.
Recreating Mai Shiranui from Fatal Fury: King of Fighters in 3D
https://80.lv/articles/recreating-mai-shiranui-from-fatal-fury-king-of-fighters-in-3d/
Published: July 16, 2025 18:26
Liu Yusheng told us about the Mai Shiranui project, showing how to simplify cumbersome workflows and quickly create your favorite characters, and explaining how color can influence skin.
Get A Glimpse Of Nanite Foliage With Voxel Representation In UE5.7
https://80.lv/articles/get-a-glimpse-of-nanite-foliage-with-voxel-representation-in-ue5-7/
Published: July 16, 2025 14:32
Dylan Browne shared a new experiment.
Tutorial: Lighting In Unreal Engine 5 For Cinematographers
https://80.lv/articles/tutorial-lighting-in-unreal-engine-5-for-cinematographers/
Published: July 16, 2025 13:31
Master everything from cinematic lighting to camera blocking and worldbuilding through practical workflows taught by Luc Delamare.
Stunning Fontaine Saint-Michel & Paris Streets Recreated with Photogrammetry
https://80.lv/articles/stunning-fontaine-saint-michel-paris-streets-recreated-with-photogrammetry/
Published: July 16, 2025 13:28
The team of Scans Factory fell in love with the place.
Fast-Paced Gory Shooter with Old-School Metal Music
https://80.lv/articles/fast-paced-gory-shooter-with-old-school-metal-music/
Published: July 16, 2025 13:28
Check out the gameplay of BLOODKILL: Goreblast Overkill by a solo developer, SLAM AWAY GAMES.
Fun Co-Op Game Where You Can Throw Your Friends
https://80.lv/articles/fun-co-op-game-where-you-can-throw-your-friends/
Published: July 16, 2025 13:12
All of them at the same time even.
Get This Versatile Gaussian Splats Editing Toolset For Houdini
https://80.lv/articles/get-this-versatile-gaussian-splats-editing-toolset-for-houdini/
Published: July 16, 2025 12:15
GSOPs features a real-time viewport renderer, example files, and a suite of tools for importing, editing, and exporting 2D and 3D Gaussian Splatting content.
Gruesome Almost-Corpse That Will Haunt Your Dreams
https://80.lv/articles/gruesome-almost-corpse-that-will-haunt-your-dreams/
Published: July 16, 2025 11:59
Nikita Polukarov did what he does best.
Take a Look at This Portrait of Sigmund Freud Made with Maya & ZBrush
https://80.lv/articles/take-a-look-at-this-portrait-of-sigmund-freud-made-with-maya-zbrush/
Published: July 16, 2025 11:55
A highly realistic artwork created by Vahid Ahmadi.
Photogrammetry & 3D Gaussian Splatting Create Nice Worlds in VRChat
https://80.lv/articles/photogrammetry-3d-gaussian-splatting-create-nice-worlds-in-vrchat/
Published: July 16, 2025 11:07
Looks neat.
Fascinating Spaceship Scene with a Star-Studded Sky Made with Blender
https://80.lv/articles/fascinating-spaceship-scene-with-a-star-studded-sky-made-with-blender/
Published: July 16, 2025 11:02
Take a look at the viewport and the final versions.
QuadSpinner's Gaea Received Major Update
https://80.lv/articles/quadspinner-s-gaea-received-major-update/
Published: July 16, 2025 10:51
Gaea 2.2 adds 10 new nodes, brings improvements to more than 20 existing ones, and includes over 150 bug fixes.
Amazing WIP Portrait of Elvis Presley made with Maya
https://80.lv/articles/amazing-wip-portrait-of-elvis-presley-made-with-maya/
Published: July 16, 2025 10:06
Hadi Karimi shared a sneak peek at the hair grooming process.
Substance 3D Designer Adds New Renderer, Post FX & Context Editing
https://80.lv/articles/substance-3d-designer-adds-new-renderer-post-fx-context-editing/
Published: July 16, 2025 09:32
Learn more about what's new in version 15.
Check Out This Complex V8 Engine Rig Made in Blender
https://80.lv/articles/check-out-this-complex-v8-engine-rig-made-in-blender/
Published: July 16, 2025 09:30
That's some quality work.
Check Out Destruction Effects in a Mad-Max Inspired Indie Shooter
https://80.lv/articles/check-out-destruction-effects-in-a-mad-max-inspired-indie-shooter/
Published: July 16, 2025 08:45
Watch metal, plastic, and concrete break in Busted Metal.
Companies That Use AI to Save Money Are Looking for Humans to Fix Its Mistakes
Published: July 16, 2025 08:18
Ironic but not surprising,
Reddit Will Ask UK Users to Confirm Their Age
https://80.lv/articles/reddit-will-ask-uk-users-to-confirm-their-age/
Published: July 16, 2025 07:12
The platform says that the new measures, which are required by the UK legal act, will not affect the users' privacy.
Riot Games' Enigmatic MMO Project is Still in the Works
https://80.lv/articles/riot-games-enigmatic-mmo-project-is-still-in-the-works/
Published: July 16, 2025 06:48
While the studio "reset" the game in early 2024, the work continues behind the scenes.
Analysts Predict GTA 6 Earning $7.6 Billion in the First Two Months After Launch
Published: July 16, 2025 06:06
The game's rumored $2 billion production cost is expected to be recouped in under 30 days.
Candy Crush Developer King is Replacing Laid Off Workers With AI
https://80.lv/articles/candy-crash-developer-king-is-replacing-laid-off-workers-with-ai/
Published: July 16, 2025 04:29
The fact that those AI models were built by fired workers makes Xbox's recent layoffs not just distressing and sad, but outright dystopian.
5 Ways Developers Can Master Porting and Optimization in 2025
https://80.lv/articles/5-ways-developers-can-master-porting-and-optimization-in-2025/
Published: July 15, 2025 19:00
From the importance of platform licensing to why the multiplayer component should be treated as a core system – here are five lessons for game developers wishing to get into porting shared with us by Room 8 Group's Yann LeTensorer and Yoan Aleksiev.
You Can Blend Any Mesh With This Unreal Engine 5 Tool
https://80.lv/articles/you-can-blend-any-mesh-with-this-unreal-engine-5-tool/
Published: July 11, 2025 14:44
Kitbash, blend terrain, hide seams, and more with Tore Lervik's MeshBlend.
Breakdown: Mario-Inspired Animated Waterfall In Blender
https://80.lv/articles/breakdown-mario-inspired-animated-waterfall-in-blender/
Published: July 11, 2025 13:46
Ryanwill679, also known as TrashCG, walked us through the process of creating his Mario-inspired waterfall in Blender, from the initial blockout to setting up the water and clouds.
Here's What 90 Hand-Drawn Frames Look Like In This Bizarre Indie Adventure Game
Published: July 11, 2025 13:45
Akunaee shared their progress on FleshFest.
Creating Futuristic Stalker Mech in 3D with Blender
https://80.lv/articles/breakdown-futuristic-stalker-mech-made-with-blender/
Published: July 11, 2025 13:45
Max Marharit told us the workflow behind the impressive Stalker Mech, inspired by Jurassic Park, showing how emotion turned into the formidable machine, and explaining the layers made for texturing.
Get Yourself VAT Man to Bake Animations & Simulations in Blender
https://80.lv/articles/get-yourself-vat-man-to-bake-animations-simulations-in-blender/
Published: July 11, 2025 13:35
The VAT Man is bringing advanced VAT baking tools to Blender.
Super Cozy Yet Slightly Bizarre Pixelated Game Where World Changes Every Real-Life Day
Published: July 11, 2025 13:10
Apomo District is coming this year.
Gorgeous Anya Taylor-Joy Captured in 3D Portrait
https://80.lv/articles/gorgeous-anya-taylor-joy-captured-in-3d-portrait/
Published: July 11, 2025 12:40
Sergey Solop shared his sculpt.
Plasticity Received Major Update
https://80.lv/articles/plasticity-received-major-update/
Published: July 11, 2025 12:28
Explore new tools and enhancements centered around surface modeling, analysis, and usability, plus 34 physical materials.
Awesome Basketball Animation Cycle
https://80.lv/articles/awesome-basketball-animation-cycle/
Published: July 11, 2025 11:22
You can set it up yourself.
JangaFX's IlluGen Release Date Announced
https://80.lv/articles/jangafx-s-illugen-release-date-announced/
Published: July 11, 2025 11:07
Here's everything you need to know about the new VFX software built specifically for video games.
Procedural Anatomy For Houdini Now Available
https://80.lv/articles/procedural-anatomy-for-houdini-now-available/
Published: July 11, 2025 10:05
Build accurate anatomical models easily with a free 1-month trial.
See What Bloodborne Looked Like in Early Footage
https://80.lv/articles/see-what-bloodborne-looked-like-in-early-footage/
Published: July 11, 2025 10:01
A lot has changed since then.
3D Artist Showcases a Stylized Blender-Made Pigeon Animation
https://80.lv/articles/3d-artist-showcases-a-stylized-blender-made-pigeon-animation/
Published: July 11, 2025 09:51
The author has also shown the model integrated into real-life footage.
Check Out Different Ways to Keep the In-Game Player Character Visible at All Times
Published: July 11, 2025 08:16
Developer Fer Factor shared an under-the-hood look at their upcoming game Tossdown.
Ghost of YĹŤtei Demonstrates New Gameplay in Showcase
https://80.lv/articles/ghost-of-yotei-demonstrates-new-gameplay-in-showcase/
Published: July 11, 2025 07:50
It looks and feels great.
Nintendo Bans a Nintendo Switch 2 User For Installing Second-Hand Games
https://80.lv/articles/nintendo-bans-a-nintendo-switch-2-user-for-installing-second-hand-games/
Published: July 11, 2025 07:00
The user was ultimately unbanned, but not before retrieving the Facebook Marketplace listing and sending photos of the cartridges to Nintendo.
Ousted Subnautica Bosses Are Suing Krafton
https://80.lv/articles/ousted-subnautica-bosses-are-suing-krafton/
Published: July 11, 2025 04:07
"You all deserve the full story."
Get These 25 Gorgeous Water Splash Animations For Any 3D Software
https://80.lv/articles/get-these-25-gorgeous-water-splash-animations-for-any-3d-software/
Published: July 10, 2025 15:15
The Pixel Lab released a new high-quality VFX pack compatible with Blender, Octane, Redshift, Arnold, Houdini, Unreal, and more.
Crafting Lies of P-Inspired Mysterious Knight with ZBrush & Substance 3D
https://80.lv/articles/crafting-lies-of-p-inspired-mysterious-knight-with-zbrush-substance-3d/
Published: July 10, 2025 15:03
I.S.Pavel showed us the workflow behind The Puppet project, discussing modeling and texturing the garments and armor of a fantasy knight inspired by Elden Ring and Lies of P using ZBrush, Maya, Marvelous Designer, and Substance 3D Painter, capturing the…
Setting Up Damage on Battered Vintage TV in 3D
https://80.lv/articles/setting-up-damage-on-battered-vintage-tv-in-3d/
Published: July 10, 2025 15:01
Montasar Feydi discussed the creation of his Vintage TV project, showing how he approached wear and tear on the screen and cupboard and explaining how texturing helps with storytelling.
See What You Can Do With New Set Mesh Normal Node In Blender 4.5
https://80.lv/articles/see-what-you-can-do-with-new-set-mesh-normal-node-in-blender-4-5/
Published: July 10, 2025 14:01
Blender 4.5 has just entered the release candidate stage, so give it a try.
Grab These 3D Scanned Photorealistic Unreal Engine Assets for Free
https://80.lv/articles/grab-these-3d-scanned-photorealistic-unreal-engine-assets-for-free/
Published: July 10, 2025 13:57
Anderson Rohr wants to thank the community in the best way.
Funny Low-Poly Animation with Stylized Blender Shaders
https://80.lv/articles/funny-low-poly-animation-with-stylized-blender-shaders/
Published: July 10, 2025 13:04
Enjoy the chaos.
Get Buried In Sand In This Voxel Sandbox Game's Latest Update
https://80.lv/articles/get-buried-in-sand-in-this-voxel-sandbox-game-s-latest-update/
Published: July 10, 2025 12:38
Tooley1998 continues his work on Lay of the Land.
This Dystopian Beat 'em Up Game Gets New Details on Character Design
https://80.lv/articles/this-dystopian-beat-em-up-game-gets-new-details-on-character-design/
Published: July 10, 2025 11:59
Game Developer Fajrul shared new updates on Acts of Blood.
Xsolla Now Supports Over 1,000 Local Payment Methods Across 200+ Regions
https://80.lv/articles/xsolla-now-supports-over-1-000-local-payment-methods-across-200-regions/
Published: July 10, 2025 11:40
Discover how Xsolla Payments can power your e-commerce strategy and the perks you unlock through a single integration with Xsolla Pay Station.
Foliage Tools for Unreal Engine Keeps Getting Better with New Re-Simulate Feature
Published: July 10, 2025 11:34
By Rense de Boer.
A First Look At FumeFX's Next Ocean Simulation Update
https://80.lv/articles/a-first-look-at-fumefx-s-next-ocean-simulation-update/
Published: July 10, 2025 11:01
Users will be able to simulate large water surfaces with realistic, dynamic foam generation.
Artist Reimagined Halo Energy Shielding VFX in Unreal Engine
https://80.lv/articles/artist-reimagined-halo-energy-shielding-vfx-in-unreal-engine/
Published: July 10, 2025 10:29
Let's see if Sully's effect is close to the official.
Check Out This Animation Study on Real-Time Facial Expression Creation
https://80.lv/articles/check-out-this-animation-study-on-real-time-facial-expression-creation/
Published: July 10, 2025 10:24
A setup by 3D Artist DeguchiSadao made with the PC version of iFacialMocap and Blender.
Learn More about Rigging in Maya's Bifrost with These Tutorials
https://80.lv/articles/learn-more-about-rigging-in-maya-s-bifrost-with-these-tutorials/
Published: July 10, 2025 09:41
The learning videos cover the use of Bifrost's Rigging Module Framework.
Check Out Blender Running On Android Tablet
https://80.lv/articles/check-out-blender-running-on-android-tablet/
Published: July 10, 2025 09:30
You can give the unofficial port a try and follow its progress.
Realistic MetaHuman Rain Interaction Set Up in Unreal Engine 5.6
https://80.lv/articles/realistic-metahuman-rain-interraction-set-up-in-unreal-engine-5-6/
Published: July 10, 2025 09:29
Sagar Bahekar is developing a dripping tool in Houdini.
Beautiful Scene from Short Japanese-Inspired B&W Film Made in Blender
https://80.lv/articles/beautiful-scene-from-short-japanese-inspired-b-w-film-made-in-blender/
Published: July 10, 2025 09:04
Mathias Zamecki crafted the character using Grease Pencil.
Add Atmosphere & Depth To Your UE5 Project in Just Few Clicks
https://80.lv/articles/add-atmosphere-depth-to-your-ue5-project-in-just-few-clicks/
Published: July 10, 2025 08:18
William Faucher launched EasyAtmos.
Subnautica 2 Has Been Delayed Until 2026
https://80.lv/articles/subnautica-2-has-been-delayed-until-2026/
Published: July 10, 2025 08:17
Krafton received "some great feedback."
Maxon Invites Artists to Attend the ZBrush Summit 2025 Virtual Edition
https://80.lv/articles/maxon-invites-artists-to-attend-the-zbrush-summit-2025-virtual-edition/
Published: July 10, 2025 07:16
Catch a glimpse of ZBrush beta features, watch live tutorials, and more, at the summit celebrating 25 years of ZBrush.
V-Ray Developer Chaos Becomes Blender's Gold Sponsor
https://80.lv/articles/v-ray-developer-chaos-becomes-blender-s-gold-sponsor/
Published: July 10, 2025 05:49
The company has pledged an annual €30,000 contribution to support Blender's development.
Climbing Sim PEAK Has Sold 4.5 Million Copies in Less Than a Month
https://80.lv/articles/climbing-sim-peak-has-sold-4-5-million-copies-in-less-than-a-month/
Published: July 10, 2025 05:43
The game draws almost 100,000 concurrent players every day.
Rumor: Alleged Naughty Dog QA Tester Shares Details About Intergalactic
https://80.lv/articles/rumor-alleged-naughty-dog-qa-tester-shares-details-about-intergalactic/
Published: July 10, 2025 04:43
Purportedly, the game is targeting a late 2026 release window.
Try This Minimalist Cube Puzzle Game With Striking Visuals
https://80.lv/articles/try-this-minimalist-cube-puzzle-game-with-striking-visuals/
Published: July 9, 2025 15:16
Collect glowing cubes and grow bigger. Collect more and grow even bigger.
Creating Painterly-Style Tiles Material with Substance 3D Designer
https://80.lv/articles/creating-painterly-style-tiles-material-with-substance-3d-designer/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:27
Rik De Keersmaeker showed us the workflow behind the Handpainted PBR Tiles project, discussing how he combined Photoshop and Substance 3D Designer to hand-paint stylized Normal Maps and test lighting in Unreal Engine 5 to achieve a painterly material.
Creating Kingdom Hearts-Inspired 3D Wizard's House With Dynamic Seasons
https://80.lv/articles/creating-kingdom-hearts-inspired-3d-wizard-s-house-with-dynamic-seasons/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:27
Rita Poulus talked about crafting a Kingdom Hearts and Ghibli-inspired wizard's house stylized environment with changing seasons, offering helpful resources.
SwitchLight 2.0 Now Generates PBR Maps For Entire Scenes
https://80.lv/articles/switchlight-2-0-now-generates-pbr-maps-for-entire-scenes/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:12
Beeble has launched the newest version of its video‑to‑PBR and relighting model.
This Cute VR Monkey Has Some Strong Character
https://80.lv/articles/this-cute-vr-monkey-has-some-strong-character/
Published: July 9, 2025 13:39
A new practice by Tumblehead.