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The Hindu
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Careers in the gaming industry
Gone are the days when gaming was seen just as a hobby. Today, it's a booming global industry that offers a variety of career paths that bring together creativity, technology, and storytelling. With the rise of esports, immersive 3D experience, and next-gen gaming platforms, the world of gaming is no longer just limited to coding and design. Whether one is a technology enthusiast, an artist, a gamer or someone who looks forward to an entrepreneurial journey, the gaming industry offers multiple entry points and long-term opportunities for all. Education The initial step involves gaining relevant knowledge through a variety of academic and vocational routes. Short-term certifications and diploma programmes in areas like 3D animation, game development, and designing offer focused training. These courses typically last for six to 12 months and are usually offered by private institutions, both in India and abroad. At the undergraduate level, students can choose to pursue in Gaming Technology, which teaches basic engineering subjects along with gaming logic and graphics programming. A in Game Design and Development offers a perfect blend of creative and technical education. A B.A. in Animation and Multimedia focusses on storytelling, concept art and 3D modelling. Students who are interested in business and management can also explore BBA in esports management as it includes gaming knowledge and event management skills. After UG, one can pursue or in Game Development or Computer Graphics. PG Diplomas in 3D animation or visual effects is an ideal choice for those who are inclined towards character and environment design. Opportunities Game Development and Design: Developers usually handle the coding of gaming systems using languages like C++ and Python, while designers focus on crafting the levels and making sure there is just the right amount of challenge to keep players engaged. Software Development: Skilled professionals build servers, payment systems and databases to make sure that users have a smooth experience and hassle free in-game purchases. 3D Animation and Modelling: Professionals use tools like Maya, Blender, and ZBrush to create immersive, high-quality assets that are the virtual backbone ofgames. Esports Management: With people interested in organising tournaments and managing gaming teams, along with handling influencer collaborations and fan engagement, this field requires knowledge of the gaming industry, emerging trends, and human psychology. In order to have a successful career, one must have both technical — programming languages, software engines, and animation tools — as well as fundamental skills. For those who aspire to be streamers and hosts, knowledge of software like OBS Studio, YouTube Studio, Twitch, and Streamlabs is an added advantage, along with basic editing skills. Strong collaborations, time management and problem solving skills are essential across all roles but an understanding of content creation and audience engagement is an advantage for those who aspire to be streamers and influencers. The gaming industry is no longer a side hustle but is a full fledged career ecosystem. Whether one intends to join a studio or freelance, a career in gaming opens up a world of possibilities, infused with creativity. The writer is Co-Founder and CEO, STAN.
The Verge
08-07-2025
- The Verge
Maxon puts the Forger sculpting app for iPad on life support
Maxon is sunsetting the Forger sculpting app for iPad to focus on the more comprehensive ZBrush iPadOS app it introduced last year. Forger will be removed from the App Store on September 10th, according to a message on Maxon's website, and the app will be placed in a 'Limited Maintenance Mode' that won't receive any future updates, bug fixes, or changes. The announcement serves as the final nail in the coffin for one of the iPad's oldest and most popular sculpting apps, which hasn't received any major updates since 2023. Forger was launched by app developer Javier Edo Meseguer in 2011 back when 3D modelling software was scarce on tablet devices due to hardware limitations. It was later acquired by Maxon in 2021, which later the same year snapped up Pixologic's professional sculpting and painting desktop software, ZBrush. Maxon says that existing users are 'free to continue using Forger' after support ends, but encourages them to switch to the iPad version of ZBrush that launched in September 2024. Subscription licenses for Forger ($14 annually) can be renewed until September 10th and will be valid until the end of the subscription term. 'We carefully considered this decision. Our goal is to consolidate resources and efforts to enhance the sculpting experience on iPad,' Maxon said on a new FAQ page. 'By merging our teams, we can leverage Forger's history on iPad and ZBrush's sculpting capabilities to introduce more features and innovations, particularly with the Apple Pencil and iPad.' Forger and ZBrush for iPad both have free-to-use tiers that provide basic tools, with premium app features requiring a subscription. The ZBrush app license offers a wider range of tools and functionality compared to Forger's, but at $89.99 per year, it also costs considerably more. And while Forger users can transfer their data to ZBrush, it's worth noting that Forger's native file format isn't directly supported. Another hiccup for Forger users with older iPads is that the ZBrush app is generally recommended for models with Apple's M-series silicon chips; otherwise, they may experience performance issues. A more affordable solution for new or hobbyist iPad sculptors is Nomad Sculpt, which provides a beginner-friendly range of tools for a one-time $20 download fee.
Miami Herald
02-04-2025
- Miami Herald
Maxon One Release Delivers Greater Creative Freedom and Workflow Performance for Every Artist
Red Giant expands support for new tools in DaVinci Resolve and Maxon Studio introduces customizable motion graphics capsules to its template engine in After Affects. BAD HOMBURG VOR DER HÖHE, GERMANY / ACCESS Newswire / April 2, 2025 / Maxon, maker of powerful, approachable software solutions for creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects, and more, today announced a significant update to the Maxon One product suite with hundreds of new features and capabilities across its popular tools including ZBrush for desktop and iPad, Red Giant, Maxon Studio, Cinema 4D, Redshift and Cineware. New Maxon capabilities and friction-free workflows inject creative potential into the pipeline, unleashing new and exciting ways to express creativity using the industry's most beloved tools. "One of Maxon's key goals is to enable artists to create wherever they are," states David McGavran. "The new Maxon release is yet another step toward a future where creative potential knows no limits. From the groundbreaking ZBrush digital sculpting capabilities on an iPad to the expanded Maxon Studio and new tools for DaVinci Resolve, we are empowering artists everywhere to push the boundaries with the freedom to bring their creative visions to life literally anywhere." ZBrush for Desktop and iPad InnovationZBrush for iPad now delivers a feature-rich experience for digital sculptors and game artists, allowing them to create high-quality assets on the go. With expanded toolsets and seamless desktop integration, ZBrush for iPad is a game-changer for mobile content creation. Highlights include: The highly requested ZModeler tool is now available on iPad with a completely new UI, giving artists advanced polygonal modeling capabilities on the go. Additionally, the desktop version received major updates, including new presets, improved Insert Edge Loop snapping controls, and an enhanced selection mode-continuing to expand creative possibilities across is now supported on iPad, enabling users to populate mesh polygons with one or multiple models seamlessly; ensuring no performance to bring features from the desktop version, UV Master offers a simple, one-click solution for unwrapping 3D models, making UV mapping more accessible to artists. This tool enhances workflows by enabling seamless use of Surface Noise, Texture Maps, IMM brushes with UVs, and displacement mapping for detailed sculpting and workflow between ZBrush and Cinema 4D ensures a smooth pipeline between mobile and desktop workflows. Red Giant Delights DaVinci Resolve UsersMaxon expands its support for DaVinci Resolve, providing editors and colorists with powerful tools to enhance and stylize projects with ease. Highlights include: Real Lens Flares: Create authentic light flares based on real-world lens properties, enhancing cinematic Glow: Adds a smooth, cinematic glow effect, perfect for neon signs, sci-fi visuals, and polished aesthetic Bullet Looks: Apply professional-grade color correction and filmic styles effortlessly, achieving high-quality color Toolkit: A collection of video effects, creative transitions, and stylized elements such as VHS and Bokeh. Maxon Studio Designer Curated Templates for Brands and Social PlatformsCreate stunning motion graphics and dynamic visuals using an extensive set of fully customizable motion graphics and effects templates in Adobe After Effects. Highlights include: 100+ New Maxon Studio Capsules, created by artist Andy Needham, offer users customizable templates that accelerate stylish motion-design Vertical Templates for social video include pre-built layouts optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Cinema 4D Delivers Dynamic Spline Control & Enhanced SimulationsCinema 4D, the industry's top choice for motion graphics, delivers new innovative spline tools and enhanced simulation capabilities for next-level motion graphics. Artists can achieve complex, dynamic effects with more control than ever before. Highlights include: Spline Modifiers from Rocket Lasso: Generate and manipulate splines with advanced animation capabilities, ideal for motion graphics and Simulation & Particles Enhancements: Refined physics-based effects and improved particle systems for greater realism and efficiency. RedShift Updates Give Greater Control and SpeedMaxon continues to expand Redshift's versatility with key updates that enhance rendering workflows across multiple applications. Highlights include: Redshift OpenPBR support expands compatibility with industry-standard OpenPBR materials while maintaining Redshift's renowned rendering graph baking for Cinema 4D Viewport enhances material previews, allowing artists to fine-tune textures before Houdini, per-point attributes are now interpolated into smooth gradients on hair curves, so it's easy to create complex multi-color strands and hair dye both Houdini and Maya, the USD procedural enables pipeline assets to be easily instanced-now with support for USD overrides to easily swap conversion of Vray and Corona materials in 3ds Max makes it easy for arch-vis and product viz artists to experience the power of Redshift without re-creating their existing material Redshift support enables high-quality concept renders directly from ZBrush for enhanced visualization. Cineware for Unreal EngineCineware for Unreal enables seamless transfer to Unreal Engine, now with complete support for rigged and animated characters. Highlights include: Effortlessly bring Cinema 4D scenes into Unreal Engine with a streamlined, artist-friendly assets, materials, lighting, and animations with fewer steps, keeping your focus on fully rigged characters and skeletal animations with ease, ensuring a smooth production immersive game environments and cinematic sequences with minimal setup time. Maxon First Looks at NAB 2025NAB 2025 attendees can see a special preview of Maxon Studio Create Page, the company's powerful new tool that enables broadcasters and brands to develop custom, brand-specific templates for seamless enterprise-wide motion graphics workflows. Visitors to the Maxon booth can also get an exclusive sneak peek at Liquid Simulations, an upcoming feature set to bring realistic fluid dynamics to Cinema 4D, further expanding creative possibilities for motion designers and visual effects artists. New Maxon solution previews, like the Maxon Studio Create Page, can be found at booth SL5116. AvailabilityThese updates are now available to Maxon One subscribers. For more information on features, pricing, and subscription options, visit About MaxonMaxon makes powerful, yet approachable software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects and visualization. Product lines include the award-winning Cinema 4D suite of 3D modeling, simulation and animation technology; the diverse Red Giant lineup of revolutionary editing, motion design and filmmaking tools; the leading-edge, blazingly fast Redshift renderer; and ZBrush, the industry-standard digital sculpting and painting solution available on desktop and on the iPad. Press Contact Melissa HardingGrithaus Agency(e) melissa@ +44 7594 079738 SOURCE: Maxon Computers
Associated Press
02-04-2025
- Associated Press
Maxon One Release Delivers Greater Creative Freedom and Workflow Performance for Every Artist
Red Giant expands support for new tools in DaVinci Resolve and Maxon Studio introduces customizable motion graphics capsules to its template engine in After Affects. BAD HOMBURG VOR DER HÖHE, GERMANY / ACCESS Newswire / April 2, 2025 / Maxon, maker of powerful, approachable software solutions for creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects, and more, today announced a significant update to the Maxon One product suite with hundreds of new features and capabilities across its popular tools including ZBrush for desktop and iPad, Red Giant, Maxon Studio, Cinema 4D, Redshift and Cineware. New Maxon capabilities and friction-free workflows inject creative potential into the pipeline, unleashing new and exciting ways to express creativity using the industry's most beloved tools. 'One of Maxon's key goals is to enable artists to create wherever they are,' states David McGavran. 'The new Maxon release is yet another step toward a future where creative potential knows no limits. From the groundbreaking ZBrush digital sculpting capabilities on an iPad to the expanded Maxon Studio and new tools for DaVinci Resolve, we are empowering artists everywhere to push the boundaries with the freedom to bring their creative visions to life literally anywhere.' ZBrush for Desktop and iPad Innovation ZBrush for iPad now delivers a feature-rich experience for digital sculptors and game artists, allowing them to create high-quality assets on the go. With expanded toolsets and seamless desktop integration, ZBrush for iPad is a game-changer for mobile content creation. Highlights include: The highly requested ZModeler tool is now available on iPad with a completely new UI, giving artists advanced polygonal modeling capabilities on the go. Additionally, the desktop version received major updates, including new presets, improved Insert Edge Loop snapping controls, and an enhanced selection mode-continuing to expand creative possibilities across platforms. Nanomesh is now supported on iPad, enabling users to populate mesh polygons with one or multiple models seamlessly; ensuring no performance degradation. Continuing to bring features from the desktop version, UV Master offers a simple, one-click solution for unwrapping 3D models, making UV mapping more accessible to artists. This tool enhances workflows by enabling seamless use of Surface Noise, Texture Maps, IMM brushes with UVs, and displacement mapping for detailed sculpting and texturing. Seamless workflow between ZBrush and Cinema 4D ensures a smooth pipeline between mobile and desktop workflows. Red Giant Delights DaVinci Resolve Users Maxon expands its support for DaVinci Resolve, providing editors and colorists with powerful tools to enhance and stylize projects with ease. Highlights include: Maxon Studio Designer Curated Templates for Brands and Social Platforms Create stunning motion graphics and dynamic visuals using an extensive set of fully customizable motion graphics and effects templates in Adobe After Effects. Highlights include: 100+ New Maxon Studio Capsules, created by artist Andy Needham, offer users customizable templates that accelerate stylish motion-design workflows. New Vertical Templates for social video include pre-built layouts optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Cinema 4D Delivers Dynamic Spline Control & Enhanced Simulations Cinema 4D, the industry's top choice for motion graphics, delivers new innovative spline tools and enhanced simulation capabilities for next-level motion graphics. Artists can achieve complex, dynamic effects with more control than ever before. Highlights include: Spline Modifiers from Rocket Lasso: Generate and manipulate splines with advanced animation capabilities, ideal for motion graphics and typography. Unified Simulation & Particles Enhancements: Refined physics-based effects and improved particle systems for greater realism and efficiency. RedShift Updates Give Greater Control and Speed Maxon continues to expand Redshift's versatility with key updates that enhance rendering workflows across multiple applications. Highlights include: Redshift OpenPBR support expands compatibility with industry-standard OpenPBR materials while maintaining Redshift's renowned rendering speed. Material graph baking for Cinema 4D Viewport enhances material previews, allowing artists to fine-tune textures before rendering. In Houdini, per-point attributes are now interpolated into smooth gradients on hair curves, so it's easy to create complex multi-color strands and hair dye designs. In both Houdini and Maya, the USD procedural enables pipeline assets to be easily instanced-now with support for USD overrides to easily swap assets. Automatic conversion of Vray and Corona materials in 3ds Max makes it easy for arch-vis and product viz artists to experience the power of Redshift without re-creating their existing material libraries. Extended Redshift support enables high-quality concept renders directly from ZBrush for enhanced visualization. Cineware for Unreal Engine Cineware for Unreal enables seamless transfer to Unreal Engine, now with complete support for rigged and animated characters. Highlights include: Effortlessly bring Cinema 4D scenes into Unreal Engine with a streamlined, artist-friendly workflow. Import assets, materials, lighting, and animations with fewer steps, keeping your focus on creativity. Transfer fully rigged characters and skeletal animations with ease, ensuring a smooth production pipeline. Craft immersive game environments and cinematic sequences with minimal setup time. Maxon First Looks at NAB 2025 NAB 2025 attendees can see a special preview of Maxon Studio Create Page, the company's powerful new tool that enables broadcasters and brands to develop custom, brand-specific templates for seamless enterprise-wide motion graphics workflows. Visitors to the Maxon booth can also get an exclusive sneak peek at Liquid Simulations, an upcoming feature set to bring realistic fluid dynamics to Cinema 4D, further expanding creative possibilities for motion designers and visual effects artists. New Maxon solution previews, like the Maxon Studio Create Page, can be found at booth SL5116. Availability About Maxon Maxon makes powerful, yet approachable software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects and visualization. Product lines include the award-winning Cinema 4D suite of 3D modeling, simulation and animation technology; the diverse Red Giant lineup of revolutionary editing, motion design and filmmaking tools; the leading-edge, blazingly fast Redshift renderer; and ZBrush, the industry-standard digital sculpting and painting solution available on desktop and on the iPad. Press Contact Grithaus Agency (p) +44 7594 079738
