Girls Frontline 2's Silk Stocking Graphics Patented

Girls’ Frontline developers secure a patent for their innovative silk stocking rendering technology. This article delves into MICA Team/Sunborn's strategic move to protect their advanced rendering techniques.

Sunborn's Patented Rendering Technology for Realistic Silk Stockings

MICA Team/Sunborn has officially patented its unique method and device for rendering silk stockings within its games. The patent, filed in China on July 7, 2023, and granted on June 6, 2024, grants exclusive rights to this object rendering technology.

This groundbreaking technology, currently showcased in Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, realistically renders silk stockings, avoiding the common pitfalls of a metallic or plastic appearance. The patent details a multi-step process involving specialized code, precise light reflection parameter adjustments, and meticulous color transition fine-tuning. This results in significantly enhanced visual fidelity for the in-game female characters' stockings.

Positive Fan Reaction and Industry Discussion

A December 8th Twitter post by Cleista highlighted the patent, sparking enthusiastic responses from Girls’ Frontline fans. Many praised Sunborn CEO Yuzhong and the company's artists for their dedication to detail and commitment to realism. However, some expressed concerns about the potential negative impact of such patents on the game industry as a whole. Despite this, the overwhelming sentiment is positive, with fans noting a significant improvement in the quality of silk stocking rendering compared to the previous game.

Patent Implications and Future Use

Sunborn's patent will remain in effect until July 7, 2043, effectively preventing other developers from utilizing this specific rendering method for nearly two decades. However, Sunborn retains the discretion to grant permission for the technology's use on a case-by-case basis.

For further details on Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, please refer to the linked article (link not provided in original text).