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If you use the commercial version of Nuke and work with motion graphics, check out this custom tool developed by Compositing Academy, experts in digital compositing training through their online Nuke courses. The Nuke 2D Rim Light Faker creates a rim lighting effect along the edges of a 2D image, complete with soft shadows, by utilizing only the images alpha channel, with no need for position or normals.Similar to an Emboss effect, this tool is faster and more efficient, and as shown in the video above, it not only produces more realistic results but also includes controls for light falloff and shadow smoothing. The Nuke 2D Rim Light Faker is available with a pay what you want pricing model and is licensed for commercial use.Get it here and learn digital compositing techniques from Compositing Academys YouTube videos and courses:Dont forget to join our 80 Level Talent platformand ournew Discord server, follow us onInstagram,Twitter,LinkedIn,Telegram,TikTok, andThreads, where we share breakdowns, the latest news, awesome artworks, and more.Source link The post Get This Free 2D Rim Light Tool For Nuke appeared first on CG SHARES.

I am one of those people who still use TeamSpeak moreover, the good old Version 3 and while its simplicity is comforting, I have to say Im more into Discords interface. Well, if youre like me, I have great news: after a very long time of living in Discords shadow, TeamSpeak is coming back to truly compete with the popular platform UI included; what irony.In just a day, TeamSpeak users will be able to enjoy screen and camera sharing, 1440p/source and multi-streaming with 60 FPS and nice audio as well as hosted servers, as the company shared on X/Twitter. To make its point, it also cheekily adds a link to help you cancel your Discord Nitro subscription under every post.The issues players had with Discord started when a rumor that it would be introducing ads appeared online. The platform was initially marketed as a comfortable and safe platform free of ads, so the news wasnt met kindly.Now, TeamSpeak will look a lot like its biggest rival, with servers, contacts, and group chats organized in a similar manner in Discords recognizable colors. This should help the platform attract more audiences, but I can see a big chunk of old (in more ways than one) TS users pushing back against innovation. Id rather have a communication program that enforces voice chat and does it right, as my friend told me.Well see how right TeamSpeak does it in less than a day. Meanwhile, check out its X/Twiter, download the app, and join our80 Level Talent platformand ournew Discord server, follow us onInstagram,Twitter,LinkedIn,Telegram,TikTok, andThreads,where we share breakdowns, the latest news, awesome artworks, and more.Source link The post TeamSpeaks Grand Comeback Makes It Look More Like Discord appeared first on CG SHARES.

Late last year, Microsoft signaled its plans to make Edge the preferred browser for PC gamers with the first look at the Microsoft Edge Game Assist. It's a version of Edge that was specifically made for gaming, with browsers and windows that appear on top of games so players can access strategy guides and tips as needed. Now, Microsoft Edge Game Assist is out of the initial testing phase and available for all to use.Game Assist appears to have been modeled on Steam's overlay browser. It can also detect when a handful of supported games are being played and offer relevant info on a side panel. The games that are currently supported include Marvel Rivals, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard. However, those aren't the only titles that can be played. Any game can be used in this mode, but only the supported games will have automatic guides readily available. The video below demonstrates how the Game Assist is supposed to work. Players can access this feature by going to Microsoft Edge and opening up the Settings and more to find the Game Assist widget. Once installed, the Game Assist feature will be available in the Game Bar. Because the Game Assist shares date with Edge's browser data, players' favorites, browsing history, and cookies will all remain the same. Continue Reading at GameSpot

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Limited Edition Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $45 | Releases April 15 Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Amazon Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Limited Edition Shadow Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $45 | Releases April 15 Preorder at Target Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Standard Edition (4K Blu-ray) $36 | Releases April 15 Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Amazon Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is now available to rent or buy on streaming platforms, including Prime Video, for $20 or $25, respectively. The streaming launch coincided with the reveal of the 4K Blu-ray release date and the existence of not one, but two steelbooks. Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Limited Edition Steelbook will be available with Sonic or Shadow character art when the movie arrives on Blu-ray April 15. This is the same approach we saw with Deadpool & Wolverine last year, so it will be interesting to see if this format becomes a trend.Buy or rent Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on Prime Video Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Limited Edition Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $45 | Releases April 15 Sonic the Hedgehog 3's first Limited Edition Steelbook features the Blue Blur doing what he does best. This edition comes with 4K Blu-ray, standard 1080p Blu-ray, and digital versions of Sonic 3. You also get a bunch of bonus featurettes.Preorders for the Sonic variant of the Limited Edition Steelbook releases are available at Walmart for $45.Amazon was taking preorders for a few weeks, but as of January 21, Sonic 3 is no longer available to order at Amazon. That said, we don't believe it sold out, because the standard 4K and DVD editions aren't available to purchase either. We suspect Amazon will reopen preorders once it lists the Shadow variant of the Limited Edition Steelbook.Amazon and Walmart both offer preorder price guarantees. You won't be charged until your order ships, and you will only pay the lowest price offered between the time you preorder and release. Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Amazon Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Limited Edition Shadow Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) $45 | Releases April 15 Sonic 3's Limited Edition Steelbook featuring Shadow is only available to preorder at Target at this time, but we'd expect other retailers to list it soon. The Shadow variant complements the Sonic edition by offering the same art design, just with red streaks instead of blue. Like the Sonic variant, the Shadow version costs $45 and comes with 4K Blu-ray, standard 1080p Blu-ray, and digital versions of Sonic 3. You'll also get the same bonus features. The only difference between the two releases is the steelbook. Preorder at Target Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Standard Edition (4K Blu-ray) $36 | Releases April 15 If you don't have any interest in steelbook cases, the 4K release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is up for preorder for $36 at Walmart.Preorders for the DVD release are available for $26 at Walmart. At this time, it doesn't appear that Sonic 3 will get a standalone 1080p Blu-ray release. As such, even if you don't have a 4K media player, you'll still need to get the 4K edition to watch Sonic 3 on standard Blu-ray. Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Amazon Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Special FeaturesAudio Commentary - Watch the movie with director Jeff Fowler and actor Ben Schwartz (Sonic).Sonic Family Fun - Cast and crew talk about becoming a family while making the three films.Enter Shadow - Keanu Reeves and other stars discuss his portrayal of Shadow.Robotnik Family Reunion: Ivo and Gerald - Jim Carry and cast/crew discuss bringing Ivo and Gerald Robotnik to the screen.For the Love of Sonic: Directing a Trilogy - Director Jeff Fowler reflects on his experience directing the Sonic films.The Fox, the Echidna, and the Hedgehog - Visit the recording booth with voice actors for Sonic (Ben Schwartz), Tails (Colleen O'Shaughnessey), and Idris Elba (Knuckles).Live-Action Lunacy: Acting Opposite Puppets - Actors talk about filming alongside giant puppets.From the Cryo-Tank to London: The World of Sonic - Production crews show off the filming locations and set designs of Sonic 3. Team Sonic vs. Shadow - Choreographers talk about creating the showdown between Sonic and Shadow. A Very Sonic Christmas - Team Sonic saves Christmas with Santa Claus.Gag ReelDeleted Scenes Catch up on the Sonic Live-Action Movie & TV SeriesSonic the Hedgehog 2-Movie Steelbook CollectionSonic the Hedgehog 3's theatrical release led to multiple editions of the first two movies to sell out, including the 4K Blu-ray 2-Movie Steelbook Collection shown above. As of January 21, here's the stock situation for Sonic, Sonic 2, and the Knuckles miniseries at Amazon. The 2-Movie Collection on standard Blu-ray offers the best value at the moment.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Palworld recently teased its future plans for its early access period, promising an endgame boss and much more. On January 19, Palworld celebrated its first anniversary, and its second year is gearing up to be just as content-packed. Since its launch, Palworld has made huge waves, and its future roadmap hints at even bigger things ahead for both the game and players.

Last week's second season premiere of Apple TV+'s acclaimed series Severance was full of the kind of unsettling, surprising, and unexpected moments that make the show so fun to watch and wonder about. After a three-year absence from streaming, creator Dan Erickson and director Ben Stiller knew they couldn't waste any time bringing viewers back into the series' carefully crafted sci-fi workplace dystopia, especially after the major shake-up of the first season finale.

2025 is going to be a big year for movies. This is true not just by nature of the sheer tonnage of stuff coming to theaters (Avatar 3, even!), but also because the long-awaited, long-delayed Toxic Avenger reboot is finally coming to theaters.Cineverse announced on Tuesday that it will release The Toxic Avenger later this year, in an unrated wide theatrical launch. The movie stars Game of Thrones Peter Dinklage as Winston Gooze, a lowly janitor who transforms into a mutant vigilante (known as Toxie) after a freak accident. Like many a superpowered protagonist, he becomes an unlikely hero, taking on everyone from gangsters to corrupt CEOs. And he does it all while armed with his signature mop.The film, helmed by Blue Ruin star and I Dont Feel at Home in This World Anymore director Macon Blair, is a reboot of a 1984 cult classic. Per our reviewer Tasha Robinson, who saw it at Austins Fantastic Fest in 2023, its gnarly, messy, and packed with goofy visual gags and fight scenes where the combatants get melted or mutated, sometimes exploding into wall-splattering showers of vivid, chunky gore. So why, if this movie was viewable back in 2023, hasnt it received a wide release yet? Essentially, its just been shelved this whole time. After locking in a 92% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes with a festival run in 2023, The Toxic Avenger failed to find a distributor, and it was starting to look like the film would never see the light of day.Cineverse, at least, is owning the unmarketable label that has been applied to The Toxic Avenger, gleefully sharing it as part of their announcement.Unmarketable? Unreleasable? Maybe even Toxic? We heard your pleas so get ready to find out what hurts because we're bringing THE TOXIC AVENGER to theaters! pic.twitter.com/YYxyswB5mx Cineverse (@Cineverse_ent) January 21, 2025All in all, it makes total sense for Cineverse: The entertainment company has already found a ton of success turning the Terrifier series into a horror franchise, with 2024s Terrifer 3 becoming the highest-grossing non-rated film in U.S. history. Its so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theaters, Blair said in a statement. [I]ts a fun rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family!

Netflix is getting more expensive again. The streaming service raised prices for all of its plans as of Jan. 21, with the hike going into effect for current subscribers starting with their next billing cycle.Netflix is raising the price of its ad-supported tier from $6.99 to $7.99. Its ad-free tier is going from $15.49 to $17.99. And the premium tier, which allows users to stream on more devices and in 4K, is going from $22.99 to $24.99, a company spokesperson told The Verge.The company announced this price increase in an earnings report on Tuesday morning, where the company simply noted that it was adjusting prices in the U.S., Canada, Portugal, and Argentina, with no explanation of how much those increases would be. The company clarified the specific price changes later in the day. The earnings report also revealed that Netflix has added 19 million new subscribers over the last quarter, bringing its total users up to 300 million, with an estimated audience of 700 million viewers though its not clear how the report determined this number.This price increase is Netflixs first since October 2023, and its first ever for the ad-supported tier.This price increase also comes as the streaming service pushes further into live content than it ever has before, including major events like Nov. 2024s Jake Paul-Mike Tyson boxing match and the NFLs Christmas Day games, as well as the introduction of weekly WWE programming. Meanwhile, Netflix has several big shows ending in 2025, including You, Stranger Things, and Squid Game.While Netflix has said that the price increase will go live on Jan. 21, at the time of publishing, it does not appear to have taken effect, and Netflixs pricing page has not yet been updated.

TikTokers may have returned to their platform of choice, but with the U.S. ban still on the books, they are facing an existential threat. Meanwhile, Instagram Reels users are encountering a problem of the platform's own making: Meta, in all its wisdom, is making it easier than ever for users to see who liked a particular reel. That means two things, of course: It's easier than ever to see which videos your friends have liked, but it's also easier than ever for your friends to see which videos you have liked. Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, announced the changes in a post on Friday. Here's what's new: When you launch Reels on Instagram, you may now see a bar appear in the top right corner of the screen where you'll find profile pictures of friends that have liked a particular reel. Tap this bar, and you'll be taken to another video feed, dubbed "With friends." This feed exclusively features reels that your friends have liked. In my experience, most videos in the feed have a like from exactly one friend, but now and again I'll see reels liked by multiple friends. Whether the video has one like or three, you can tap on any user's profile picture to confirm, yes, they did like this reel, and to reply to them if you wish. There is also a bar on the bottom of the page that lets you reply to that user's like, or simply react with a laughing, crying, or "in love" emoji.When you do reply to a like, it'll send your friend a DM. Here, they'll see a thumbnail of the video in question, with your message or emoji reaction below it. Above it, they'll see "Replied to your like," so they'll know this was a direct reply to their like, rather than you sharing a video you liked with them.Instagram has already been showing likes for a whileSome of this experience isn't new. Anyone who has spent time scrolling on Reels knows that Instagram will frequently show you when one or more of your friends has liked a reel you're watching. However, this change puts those likes on display in a way they weren't before: Previously, running into friends' likes was a much more casual and passive process. Now, you can knowingly scroll through videos your friends liked, dramatically increasing the number of liked videos you'll encounter.I suppose there's an argument that this change makes it easier to find content you might enjoy, since you presumably share some interests with your Instagram friends. However, I also another side of the argumentthat making likes much more visible will encourage people to stop liking reels. Instagram Reels is a blackhole of content, and your fine-tuned algorithm probably shows you at least some videos you find interesting or funny, but you know other people won't. Or maybe you'd rather others not know you find them interesting or funny. There's a lot of brain rot humor floating around out there (among other things), and I'd wager many wouldn't want to offer a glowing endorsement of each bizarre video that gets a reaction out of them.Can you stop friends from seeing reels you liked on Instagram? If this change has you feeling anxious, bad news: This time, there doesn't appear to be a way to disable the feature. Instagram does let you hide likes on posts and reels from view, but the app doesn't offer an option to stop others from seeing which reels you've liked. For now, if you like a video, you should assume it's possible your friends will know about it at some point while scrolling through the app.