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

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 in video games. The patent, filed in China on July 7, 2023, and granted on June 6, 2024, grants them exclusive rights to this object rendering technology.

This groundbreaking technology, currently featured in Girls' Frontline 2: Exilium, bridges the gap between stylized and photorealistic silk stocking depictions. Sunborn's patent encompasses both the rendering technique and the tool itself, significantly enhancing the realism and animation physics of the in-game stockings.

The patented method meticulously replicates the subtle highlights and sheen of real silk, avoiding the common pitfalls of rendering them with a metallic or plastic appearance. This is achieved through a multi-step process involving specialized code, precise light reflection parameter adjustments, and careful color gradient refinement. The result is a visually superior representation of silk stockings on the female characters in Girls' Frontline 2.

Positive Fan Reaction and Industry Debate

A December 8th Twitter post by Cleista highlighted the patent, sparking overwhelmingly positive reactions 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 general consensus is that the improved visual quality of the silk stockings in Girls' Frontline 2 is a significant achievement.

Patent Implications and Future Use

Sunborn's patent protection extends until July 7, 2043, effectively preventing other companies from utilizing this specific rendering method for nearly two decades. However, permission to use the technology may be granted by Sunborn on a case-by-case basis.

For more information on Girls' Frontline 2: Exilium, please refer to the linked article (link not provided in original text).