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. Let's delve into MICA Team/Sunborn's decision to protect this 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. The patent application, filed in China on July 7, 2023, was approved on June 6, 2024, granting them exclusive rights to this advanced object rendering technology.

This patented technique and tool, currently showcased in Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, bridges the gap between cartoonish and hyper-realistic silk stocking representations. Sunborn's patent, as detailed on Google Patents, focuses on a "silk stocking object rendering method and device." Beyond the visual fidelity, this method also enhances the animation physics of the stockings themselves.

Sunborn's rendering method successfully achieves the subtle highlights and sheen of real silk stockings, avoiding the common pitfalls of making them appear metallic or plastic. Their process involves a multi-step approach, including specialized code, precise adjustments to light reflection parameters, and meticulous fine-tuning of 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 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 is one of excitement over the significant improvement in the visual quality of the stockings compared to the previous game.

Sunborn's patent will expire on July 7, 2043, protecting their unique rendering method for nearly two decades. While this prevents other companies from using this specific method without permission, Sunborn retains the right to grant licenses at their discretion.

For more information on Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, please see the article below.