CryEngine 3 released; box of tissues not included

by James Ransom-Wiley on Oct 14th 2009 3:15PM

If Crytek's, like, next next-gen-ready CryEngine 3 performs even half as well as advertised, then the tears are gonna flow -- tears of joy. Imagine an engine through which a developer, using a single editor and dev PC, can create and test a game for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3 ... at the same time. (You don't even have to imagine it, actually; there's a video after the break!) That's the picture Crytek's painting as it today releases its third iteration of the CryEngine for license to third-party developers.

As promised in the press release: CryEngine 3 features real-time conversion and optimization of assets and cross-platform changes that "significantly" reduce the risk (and headache) of multiplatform development. So, in layman's terms, it renders really good graphix -- even if you have no idea how to develop on PS3.

"With its scalable graphics and computation it is next-gen-ready and with new features like CryEngine 3 Live Create the best choice for game developers and companies developing serious games applications alike," trumpets Crytek boss Cevat Yerli. "It is the only game engine solution that enables real-time development and can ensure teams are able to maximize their own creativity, save budget and create greater gaming experiences."

Okay. So what's it cost?

CryENGINE 3 Brochure

CryENGINE 3

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Tags: cryengine, cryengine-3, crytek, dx10, dx9, live-create, Microsoft, mmo, multiplatform, Xbox-360

Reader Comments (142)

OK...that's fucking awesome.

we need to combine this with Frostbite destruction 2.0.

All I know is that EA publishes Crysis and they do for BLACK, so I pray to the dear Lord that BLACK 2 uses this engine (even though they are not the developers). Looks like some good RPG's can make good use of this too (I am looking at you SE, since you has defiled yourself with the Unreal Engine in the past)

yes. Thank you.

Im sure satin was involved in the development of this engine.

Who the hell is "Satin"? Is he in any way related to "Satan"?

i dunno, i think Crytek are more fans of velvet

Sexy linens are a must for game development.

I love satin. It's soooo soft and velvety.

It's a textile stupid! Clearly the developers draped themselves in satin during production.

Yes, high gloss fabrics are a must in today's engines. I simply wouldnt dream of developing without wearing some quality weave

Gah, that was a terrible, but humorous mistake, and on my first post too.

Welcome to the stiq.

I spend my nights in white satin, if you know what I mean.

If 00:19-25 and 1:00 mark can really be accomplished on PS3 and Xbox360. I'm buying Crysis2 the first day it comes out...

He's Satan's very smooth and cuddly cousin.
D'uh! :P

@Internet Superhero

Har Har Har, xbox 360 and ps3 both can't produce graphics anywhere near this level. On the crysis forums, its already been stated that all the video created was created using a PC equipped with 2 ATI Radeon 5870 in crossfire. In lamen terms, that's at least 12x the power of the xbox 360 GPU and 15x the power of the PS3's GPU.

Like "satin sheets", you mean? I get you...

@Wes: Mmmm...delicious power...

Too bad about the Catalyst Control Center... 8[

@wes - Link? It says very clearly on the video "Xbox 360" and "PS3" which would lead anyone to believe that the games were running on those platforms. Why would they create a video using a PC, then label it 360 or PS3, when it is obvious that they'd get caught eventually (especially if they were going to admit it on a forum?)

I'll say it again. Never mind satin. Where the hell is my chiffon?!?!?!

Wes - the whole POINT of CryEngine 3 is producing graphics comparable with CryEngine 2, but on X360 and PS3.

@ BananaBoat

It's already been said pretty openly that the console version of Crysis 2 will be about half to 3/4 as detailed as the PC version (on Very High settings). The demo is clearly on the PC, although they do say 360 and ps3; they are simply showcasing that it works on the 360 and ps3 as well. It's just wishful thinking if you believe the 360 or ps3 version of Crysis 2 will look that good.

HAIL SATIN 999!!!

sorry..i couldnt help myself

@BananaBoat : Notice how the scenes that say Next Gen Ready have no console attached to it. These are most likely PC scenes under DX11. By comparison, the 360 and PS3 scenes shown look like the regular dark and brown stuff you usually see. This is not really new though CryEngine 3 was showcased a while ago with screenshots and while the consoles versions are impressive, they were missing a lot of detail in distant areas (as in, no trees, limited visibility) and foliage (less trees, grass, bushes, etc).

Why did I getting down voted? Are you guys delusional or something? It's just a fact deal with it.

Look @ Jin Saotome's post

Basically said what I said just explained it better.

This engine looks absolutely stunning and is sure to "wow" console gamers. The lighting is amongst the best I've seen on consoles. I can't wait to see what magic it'll work on the PC, though. It'll be something to see, that's for sure.

Lets hope this engine produces more shades of grey, cos personally I was disappointed with how many shades of grey this gen had.

This video was made on the PC not the consoles I'm afraid. Your SOL.

Oops, forgot to hit reply last time.

Anyways, I'm a PC gamer, so that doesn't matter to me. I was just saying that it's going to be amazing to see what Crytek can do on consoles.

Wes, refer to previous comment slaughtering and post a link. Dumbass troll.

domo:
You're actually right. We've been stuck at 256 shades of gray for over a decade. Any single color scene still looks like crap. We need more bits per pixel.

(Yes, yes, you were being edgy. Still right, though)

I went to the Crysis forums and looked, but I didn't see any mention of this new trailer, or it being done on the PC. The obvious conclusion is that there is a trolling in progress. If anyone was actually fooled, I'd disregard the false information until proof is provided.

I know, CryEngine 2 looks amazing, so I'm sure 3 will blow it out of the water in some areas. This makes me want to play Crysis again.

Looking forward to it, we need games on more than just the Unreal engine.

I like the unreal engine though, its so familiar. Plus my computer can actually run it unlike whatever will come from CryEngine 3.

Wow you must really like texture pop. ;)

CryEngine3 wont be that hard on PCs....if your PC is no more than 3 years old it should be fine

Chris man, three years is a bit of a stretch, but it will indeed be heavily focused on efficiency. Id say any recently purchased (1 year ish?) gaming rig should so well enough.

Chris may not be far off... if i remember correctly, CryEngine 3 wasn't supposed to be graphically superior for CryEngine 2. it's purpose is the easy multiplat stuff.

Sounds like great big news.
no excuses for a developer now not have all versions of a game looking similar...
this should save them a lot of time and money. who knows how much this license is though ?

4 million euros to license the previous cry engine,( royalty free) and the unreal engine 3 = $1 million + 17.5% royalties on all units sold

Shit, that's impressive.

Yeah, PlayStation 3 realMyst (or any of the Myst titles) using CE3 would be awesome.

now I wonder how many people are going to use this....appears that it would be extremely beneficial to cut development time

Who did you piss off? All of your post seem to be downvoted for no reason.

I was wondering the same thing. It seems like all of your posts are downvoted today. Conspiracy?

Yeah, I noticed that too. And its odd since you're one of the few names I recognizes when you post.

I've been wondering too. Is there an Anti-Chris club or something?

lol its always happening, at least once a month. He gets downvoted for no apparent reason. Sorry Chris.

and do u have uncharted yet? Coop game would be cool

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