EmberGen

The real-time volumetric fluid simulation tool for game developers, VFX artists, and enthusiasts.

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Overview

EmberGen is a real-time volumetric fluid simulation tool that can instantly simulate, render, and export flipbooks, image sequences, and VDB volumes. With EmberGen, you can create anything from fire and smoke, to explosions and magic wisps. EmberGen is a stand-alone application that was built from the ground up to be as fast as possible on your GPU.

✨ Key Features

  • Real-time simulation and rendering
  • GPU-powered
  • Intuitive node-based workflow
  • Export flipbooks, image sequences, and VDBs
  • Large library of presets
  • Import animated meshes
  • Color gradient mapping

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Real-time simulation and feedback
  • Ease of use and intuitive workflow
  • Affordable pricing

Unique Value: EmberGen's real-time workflow allows artists to create high-quality fluid simulations in a fraction of the time of traditional methods, dramatically accelerating the creative process.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Creating real-time visual effects for games Generating fire, smoke, and explosion elements for film and TV Motion graphics Concept art

✅ Best For

  • Developing real-time fire and smoke effects for video games
  • Quickly iterating on explosion designs for visual effects shots
  • Creating stylized smoke and magic effects for motion graphics

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Liquid simulations
  • Full 3D modeling and animation

🏆 Alternatives

SideFX Houdini (Pyro FX) FumeFX TurbulenceFD

While other tools may offer more advanced simulation options, EmberGen's speed and ease of use make it an incredibly powerful tool for a wide range of fire, smoke, and explosion effects.

💻 Platforms

Desktop (Windows, Linux)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

Unreal Engine Unity Blender SideFX Houdini

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Live Chat
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Studio tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

$19.99/mo

✓ 14-day free trial

Free tier: N/A

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