Girls’ Frontline developers secure a patent for their innovative silk stocking rendering technology. This article delves into MICA Team/Sunborn's decision to protect their unique rendering technique.
Sunborn's Patented Rendering Technology for Realistic Silk Stockings
Protecting Realistic Silk Stocking Rendering in Games
MICA Team/Sunborn has obtained a patent for their method and device used to render silk stockings in video games. Filed in China on July 7, 2023, and granted on June 6, 2024, the patent grants exclusive rights to their advanced object rendering technology.
This patented technology, currently featured in Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, bridges the gap between stylized and photorealistic silk stocking representations. Sunborn's "silk stocking object rendering method and device" not only achieves a realistic look, avoiding the common pitfalls of metallic or plastic-like appearances, but also enhances the animation physics of the stockings themselves.
The method involves a multi-step process utilizing specific code, precise light reflection parameter adjustments, and meticulous color transition fine-tuning to achieve the desired "highlight feeling of real silk stockings." This results in significantly improved visual fidelity for the female characters in Girls’ Frontline 2.
A December 8th Twitter post by Cleista highlighted the patent, sparking positive reactions from Girls’ Frontline fans. Many praised Sunborn CEO Yuzhong and the company's artists for their dedication to detail and commitment to realism. While some expressed concerns about the potential impact of such patents on the game industry, the overall sentiment was overwhelmingly positive, with fans noting a significant improvement over the previous game's silk stocking rendering.
Sunborn's patent protection extends until July 7, 2043, effectively preventing other companies from using this specific rendering technique for nearly two decades. However, permission to utilize the technology may be granted at Sunborn's discretion.
For more details on Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, please refer to the article linked below.
