Power Render is a versatile software development kit used for game creation and 3D visualization. The package includes C++ libraries, documentation, and various tools, making it an all-in-one resource for developers.
I recently had the opportunity to try out Power Render 6, a 3D engine personal edition that serves as a general purpose software development kit for both games and 3D visualization. This powerful software comes equipped with an API that developers can utilize, as well as several tools for artists to use in building content and previewing models in real-time. Tools like Autodesk's 3ds max, Alias Wavefront's Maya, and Newtek's Lightwave are supported. With the inclusion of HDR rendering and support for the OpenEXR file format in the new version, the software is now even more versatile.
The core file includes all the documentation and C++ Libraries you need to get started. Additional resources, such as examples, exporters, and sample content, can be downloaded from the website after installation. Over 50 C++ working examples of varying difficulty are provided to give users hands-on experience with the product right off the bat.
Power Render offers a higher level API than DirectX or OpenGL for developers to work with, while still providing low-level access to the hardware for those who need it. The software includes a wide range of graphics algorithms, such as shader support up to SM 3.0, CG, HLSL, or assembly, and a variety of shadow methods, texture formats, terrain and BSP rendering, full-screen graphical user interface design, collision detection, audio and input device support (including force feedback from companies like Logitech and ActLabs), character animation using skinning, tweening, or keyframing.
One of the most exciting new features of Power Render 6 is its built-in physics capabilities. It can simulate objects with real-world properties, including compound objects with multiple rigid bodies and joints. The software also includes ragdoll support for characters, along with an editor for adjusting skeletal geometry and physics properties.
Overall, I found Power Render 6 to be an impressive piece of software that offers a wide range of features and capabilities for both developers and artists alike. The intuitive interface and extensive documentation make it easy to use, even for beginners. If you're looking for a comprehensive 3D engine, I would definitely recommend giving Power Render a try.
The core file includes all the documentation and C++ Libraries you need to get started. Additional resources, such as examples, exporters, and sample content, can be downloaded from the website after installation. Over 50 C++ working examples of varying difficulty are provided to give users hands-on experience with the product right off the bat.
Power Render offers a higher level API than DirectX or OpenGL for developers to work with, while still providing low-level access to the hardware for those who need it. The software includes a wide range of graphics algorithms, such as shader support up to SM 3.0, CG, HLSL, or assembly, and a variety of shadow methods, texture formats, terrain and BSP rendering, full-screen graphical user interface design, collision detection, audio and input device support (including force feedback from companies like Logitech and ActLabs), character animation using skinning, tweening, or keyframing.
One of the most exciting new features of Power Render 6 is its built-in physics capabilities. It can simulate objects with real-world properties, including compound objects with multiple rigid bodies and joints. The software also includes ragdoll support for characters, along with an editor for adjusting skeletal geometry and physics properties.
Overall, I found Power Render 6 to be an impressive piece of software that offers a wide range of features and capabilities for both developers and artists alike. The intuitive interface and extensive documentation make it easy to use, even for beginners. If you're looking for a comprehensive 3D engine, I would definitely recommend giving Power Render a try.
What's New
Version 6: N/A