Silk Hosiery Rendering Innovations Patented in "Girls Frontline 2"

Girls’ Frontline developers secure a patent for their innovative silk stocking rendering technology. This article delves into MICA Team/Sunborn's decision to protect their unique rendering technique.

Sunborn's Groundbreaking Silk Stocking Rendering Patent

Realistic Silk Stockings: A Patented Achievement

MICA Team/Sunborn has officially patented their 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, a significant step in protecting their intellectual property.

This patented technology, currently showcased in Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, bridges the gap between stylized and photorealistic silk stocking rendering. Sunborn's technique, as detailed in the patent, focuses on achieving a truly realistic "highlight feeling" often missing in previous attempts, avoiding the common pitfalls of metallic or plastic-like appearances. This is accomplished through a multi-step process involving specialized code, precise light reflection parameter adjustments, and meticulous color transition fine-tuning. The result? Substantially enhanced visual fidelity for the female characters' stockings in Girls’ Frontline 2.

Positive Fan Reaction and Industry Debate

The news, shared on Twitter by Cleista on December 8th, has been largely met with positive feedback from Girls’ Frontline fans. Many lauded 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 dissenting view, the overwhelming sentiment is one of appreciation for the improved visual quality of the silk stockings in Girls’ Frontline 2 compared to its predecessor.

The patent's implications are significant. While Sunborn's exclusive rights extend until July 7, 2043, preventing other developers from using this specific rendering method for nearly two decades, permission to utilize the technology may be granted at Sunborn's discretion.

For more details on Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium, please refer to the linked article below.