CryEngine 3 released; box of tissues not included

by James Ransom-Wiley { Oct 14th 2009 at 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?

Gallery: CryENGINE 3 Brochure

Gallery: CryENGINE 3

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

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)

Ashfurball @ Oct 14th 2009 3:25PM

OK...that's fucking awesome.

nintendo fanboy hater @ Oct 14th 2009 5:11PM

we need to combine this with Frostbite destruction 2.0.

RagingStormX @ Oct 14th 2009 7:36PM

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)

Levi @ Oct 14th 2009 8:03PM

yes. Thank you.

Libyankid @ Oct 14th 2009 3:20PM

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

Discotheque @ Oct 14th 2009 3:23PM

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

tdrules @ Oct 14th 2009 3:25PM

i dunno, i think Crytek are more fans of velvet

meatee @ Oct 14th 2009 3:25PM

Sexy linens are a must for game development.

Kalenn @ Oct 14th 2009 3:25PM

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

butaneko @ Oct 14th 2009 3:26PM

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

Ixnay @ Oct 14th 2009 3:27PM

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

Fine Leather Jackets @ Oct 14th 2009 3:28PM

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

Dirty @ Oct 14th 2009 3:30PM

Welcome to the stiq.

BananaBoat @ Oct 14th 2009 3:31PM

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

INTERNET SUPERHERO @ Oct 14th 2009 3:32PM

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...

Sopherion @ Oct 14th 2009 3:33PM

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

Wes @ Oct 14th 2009 3:43PM

@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.

Yipcanjo @ Oct 14th 2009 3:46PM

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

S. Tiger @ Oct 14th 2009 3:49PM

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

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

BananaBoat @ Oct 14th 2009 3:51PM

@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?)

Chas Winterbottom @ Oct 14th 2009 4:34PM

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

Meh @ Oct 14th 2009 4:55PM

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

Dr.House @ Oct 14th 2009 5:00PM

@ 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.

Come Get Me!!! @ Oct 14th 2009 6:03PM

HAIL SATIN 999!!!

sorry..i couldnt help myself

Jin Saotome @ Oct 14th 2009 8:18PM

@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).

Dr.House @ Oct 14th 2009 11:35PM

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.

TriviumSuffocationTheBlackDahliaMurderLambOfGod @ Oct 14th 2009 3:21PM

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.

domo @ Oct 18th 2009 10:41AM

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

Wes @ Oct 14th 2009 3:44PM

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

TriviumSuffocationTheBlackDahliaMurderLambOfGod @ Oct 14th 2009 4:11PM

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.

MrAlex @ Oct 14th 2009 4:14PM

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

CordableTuna @ Oct 14th 2009 4:23PM

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)

BananaBoat @ Oct 14th 2009 4:28PM

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.