SummaryThe provided text is a transcript from a podcast episode of the CGHOW podcast, where host and expert in real-time VFX Ashif Ali discuss the importance and implementation of visual effects (VFX) in video games. They analyze the iconic VFX from several popular games, including Fortnite, Overwatch, League of Legends, The Witcher 3, and Destiny 2, highlighting the stylistic choices, gameplay implications, and overall effectiveness of these visual effects. The discussion emphasizes the role of VFX in immersing players in the game world, communicating gameplay information, enhancing the atmosphere, and contributing to the unique identity of each game.