Softimage Supporting CryEngine 2

February 19, 2008 | By: David Radd

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The state-of-the-art middleware used to assemble Crysis is getting content pipeline support. This will give developers greater character creation and 3D imaging capabilities going forward.

Today, Softimage announced that they were integrating content pipeline support for CryEngine 2. This will allow software developers to have greater options for character creation and 3D imaging in next-gen games. CryEngine 2 is Crytek's new game engine, which was used to power Crysis.

"Softimage software is an ideal choice for next-generation games, and its pipeline integration with CryEngine will benefit game developers with a fast and efficient way to export 3D content directly to the CryEngine," said Michael Endres, art production manager, Crytek GmbH. "Content created in Softimage software, and used within the CryEngine 2 Sandbox editor, offers a streamlined workflow that enhances and simplifies the creative process in game development."

"Softimage has been working with Crytek to customize an XSI-based workflow that integrates seamlessly with the popular CryEngine 2," said Marc Stevens, general manager of Softimage, Co, and vice president at Avid Technology. "With the most powerful tools such as Softimage software and CryEngine 2, game developers will be able to go above and beyond the boundaries of realistic, immersive and adrenaline rush games."