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November 17, 2025
The Different Types of Explosions And Why They Don’t All Behave the Same
When most people think of an explosion, they picture a giant orange fireball.But in the real world and in realistic VFX explosions come in many forms, and each type behaves completely differently.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
December 23, 2024
The MadVFX Guide: How To Get Started As a VFX Artist
Welcome to MadVFX! If you’re looking to break into the the games industry as a real-time VFX artist, you’re in the right place.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 21, 2024
Color Theory in Real-Time VFX
Color theory plays a crucial role in the development of visual effects (VFX) for real-time applications, such as video games and interactive simulations
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
November 17, 2025
The Different Types of Explosions And Why They Don’t All Behave the Same
When most people think of an explosion, they picture a giant orange fireball.But in the real world and in realistic VFX explosions come in many forms, and each type behaves completely differently.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
December 23, 2024
The MadVFX Guide: How To Get Started As a VFX Artist
Welcome to MadVFX! If you’re looking to break into the the games industry as a real-time VFX artist, you’re in the right place.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 4, 2023
Textures Used in VFX for Games
Explore the essential textures used in VFX for games. Discover albedo, specular, normal maps, and other textures to enhance your game visuals & workflows.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
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June 8, 2022
VFX Art Style Guide
Discover the essential principles of VFX art style. Learn how to design visually stunning and cohesive visual effects for your projects
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 21, 2024
Color Theory in Real-Time VFX
Color theory plays a crucial role in the development of visual effects (VFX) for real-time applications, such as video games and interactive simulations
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 21, 2024
Color Theory: The Art and Science of Color
Color theory is a foundational element of art and design, encompassing the principles and guidelines for using color effectively.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 21, 2024
The Interplay of Light and VFX in Games: How They Work Together
In the world of video games, light and visual effects (VFX) are pivotal elements that work together to create immersive and dynamic experiences.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
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July 22, 2023
VFX Tools that are Used in Games
Explore the top VFX tools used in game development. Learn about the best software and resources to create stunning visual effects in games!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
April 14, 2024
The Role of Physics in VFX for Games
Understand the role of physics in VFX for games. Learn how to incorporate realistic physics to create immersive visual effects in your game projects!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
User Interface Visual Effects in Games
Explore how UI VFX enhances game design by improving player experience, immersion, and feedback through stunning on-screen visual effects.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
How to Become a Visual Effects Artist
Discover the path to becoming a visual effects artist. Learn the essential skills, education, and steps to kickstart your career in VFX!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
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July 22, 2023
What is a VFX Artist?
Learn about the role of a VFX artist. Discover the skills, responsibilities, and career opportunities in the world of visual effects!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
VFX In Games
Discover the essential techniques for creating stunning visual effects in games. Learn how to enhance your game development projects with professional VFX!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
Environment Visual Effects in Games
Learn how to create immersive environment visual effects for games. Discover professional techniques to bring your game worlds to life!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
Cinematic Visual Effects in Games
Discover how to craft breathtaking cinematic visual effects for games. Learn the techniques used by professionals to elevate your game’s visual storytelling
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
Gameplay Visual Effects in Games
Unlock the secrets of creating impactful gameplay visual effects. Learn advanced techniques to bring your games to life with stunning VFX
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
Visual Effects Pipeline in Games
Learn the complete visual effects pipeline for game development. Discover essential steps and techniques to create stunning VFX in games
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
Principles Of Animation in Visual Effects
Discover the core principles of animation in visual effects. Learn techniques to enhance your VFX projects with professional animation skills!
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
July 22, 2023
The 12 Principles of Animation
The 12 Principles of Animation are a guide to creating fluid, life-like movements in animation. The animators still use them all over the world.
Mustafa Alobaidi
8 min read
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