Girls Frontline 2 Render Silk Stockings So Well, There's a Patent for It

Girls’ Frontline developers have patented their innovative method and device for rendering incredibly realistic silk stockings in their games. This article delves into MICA Team/Sunborn’s decision to protect their unique rendering technology.

Girls’ Frontline 2 Devs Secure Patent for Realistic Silk Stocking Rendering

Protecting the Technology Behind Lifelike Silk Stockings

MICA Team/Sunborn have secured a patent for their groundbreaking device and method of rendering silk stockings in video games. Filed in China on July 7, 2023, and granted on June 6, 2024, this patent grants them exclusive rights to their advanced object rendering technology.

This patented technique and tool, currently showcased in Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, bridges the gap between stylized and hyper-realistic silk stocking representations. Sunborn's "silk stocking object rendering method and device" (as detailed in the Google Patents database) achieves a truly lifelike "highlight feeling" often missing in games, avoiding the common pitfalls of metallic or plastic-looking results. The process involves a multi-step approach, including precise code implementation, meticulous light reflection parameter adjustments, and finely tuned color transitions. The result? Stunningly realistic silk stockings for the female characters in Girls’ Frontline 2.

The news, shared on Twitter by Cleista on December 8th, has been met with largely positive reactions. Many fans have praised Yuzhong, Sunborn's CEO, and the company's artists for their dedication to detail and commitment to visual realism. While some expressed concerns about the potential impact of such patents on the game industry, the overwhelming sentiment celebrates the significant visual improvement in Girls’ Frontline 2 compared to its predecessor.

Sunborn's patent will be in effect until July 7, 2043, effectively preventing other companies from using this specific rendering method for nearly two decades. However, companies can request permission to use the technology, subject to Sunborn's approval.

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