GDC 2024 has just wrapped up and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there, meeting game developers, artists, students, and our partners! Thank you once again for chatting with us and sharing your invaluable thoughts and feedback - we're committed to making Marvelous Designer better for you. Before the memories fade, here's a brief recap of our experience in San Francisco.

Unreal Engine x Marvelous Designer: Announcements (March 20th) 

We made a major announcement at Epic Games's State of Unreal 2024 address: following a year-long partnership, we're excited to announce the Marvelous Designer Integration in UE 5.4: a new USD workflow for Marvelous Designer and UE/UEFN. 

As part of the announcement our very own Bryan Kim, Software Product Manager for Marvelous Designer, took the stage, speaking to our continued collaboration with Epic Games and the development of their latest Talisman demo on UE 5.4.  

Say goodbye to limited clothing options with MetaHuman. It's time to elevate your MetaHuman to a new level of realism and accuracy with Marvelous Designer. 

Thanks to our joint efforts, starting from UE 5.4, creators can now apply more dynamic clothing to your MetaHumans in UEFN through the updated USD export for garments, including geometry, materials, and the necessary data for simulation setup. Customize the appearance of your MetaHuman more easily than ever with Marvelous Designer! 

Within the Talisman demo, we observe the MetaHuman dressed in specialized dynamic clothing created with Marvelous Designer, underscoring the pivotal role of custom attire in shaping the narrative of your game. This personalized ensemble significantly contributes to the convincing narrative of your game. 

In UE 5.4, cloth physics isn't limited to clothing alone; it also allows for the customization of environmental assets using Marvelous Designer, which can then be imported into UEFN.

*As a UEFN creator, you will be eligible for a free one-year license of Marvelous Designer to create dynamic clothing using the new UE5.4 workflow, which can then be imported into UEFN projects. Further updates will be provided through @FNCreate, commencing in late April. Licenses can be obtained within a two-month window after sign-up registration opens.

GDC 2024 Exhibition (March 20th-22nd 2024)

At our GDC booth, we successfully highlighted the versatility of Marvelous Designer, demonstrating how its intuitive creation approach goes beyond clothing! In line with this focus, we hosted diverse talk sessions during the exhibition. It was a fantastic opportunity to witness your excitement as we unveiled the power of Marvelous Designer. 

Talk Sessions at GDC 2024 

Additionally, we offered personalized demo stations with our expert designers, allowing for active participation and the introduction of best practices tailored to your specific needs!

Moreover, we received positive feedback on the second edition of our Marvelous Designer magazine!  This publication showcases how leading artists in the industry have harnessed Marvelous Designer to unleash their creativity. Additionally, you can get an exclusive preview of the upcoming version's key feature updates.

It's now accessible online; feel free to check it out here!

Marvelous Designer 2024.0 Launch Party! (March 20th)

Thanks to all of you MARVELOUS DESIGNERS. 

To celebrate the launch of the new version, we hosted a community gathering. We showcased the remarkable updates included in v2024.0, such as MD LiveSync (Unreal Plug-in), EveryWear (Auto Rigging, Polygon Optimizing, Texture Baking), and more, designed to enhance every aspect of your creative journey with our all-in-one tool.

Meeting our dynamic user community in person was a privilege, sparking insightful conversations and gathering invaluable feedback. Alongside our enriching interactions at GDC, the Marvelous Designer 2024.0 launch party added an extra layer of engagement.

In wrapping up, our involvement at GDC 2024, including our appearance at Epic's tech talk and our launch party for the new version, provided us with an immensely positive experience. We truly felt your support and gleaned valuable insights into how we can further enhance your journey. Looking ahead, we’re so excited about our next gathering, where we can continue sharing our vision with you!