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DevMaster.net Presents the 3D Engines Database 25

Posted by CowboyNeal from the side-by-side dept.
desjerlaih writes "DevMaster.net is reporting that it has developed a comprehensive 3D Engines Database that provides detailed and organized information on current game engines. According to the site, the engine database is committed to providing the most accurate and up-to-date information on today's engines. Source (Half-life 2's engine), and Unreal 3 are already on the list, and their listed features are pretty impressive."
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DevMaster.net Presents the 3D Engines Database

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  • Looks cute, but... (Score:3, Insightful)

    by Dark Lord Seth ( 584963 ) on Friday August 06, 2004 @12:19PM (#9899829) Journal

    What's the use, really? Other then the geeky "Oooh, ahhh!" value of the screenshots and juicy technical details? I mean, how often a day do you need an extensive database with all the 3d-engine available, along with their pricing? I mean, nearly all good 3D engine simply cost bucket loads of green, not something ye olde random hobbyist isn't willing to spend. That, and if there's a large and serious 3D game project, the owners of the engines themselves will show up and show their products, thus pretty much negating the use of the database for professional use as well.

    • The Torque game engine from Garage Games doesn't cost much, and it's fine for a lot of things.

      I know you said 'nearly all ... cost bucket loads' so I am just adding information, not contradicting.

    • Screenshots? This is about rendering engines, not the stuff(games, etc.) built on top.

      Back on topic, it may prove worthwhile for developers. Hypothetically, someone is looking for a renderer that can do x in y specs- something compatible will be listed. Having this service available could mean serious savings for the developer who now doesn't need to develop his own engine, and rather build his product on top of an existing one.

    • The geeky "Oooh, ahhh!" value of the screenshots and juicy technical details is probably worth quite a bit to people wo like to read such things, and even to a casual browser interested in gaming, graphics, etc.

      I feel like the database could also be useful to modders {not sure about that} and programmers. Modmakers will know what the game engine their working in is capable of {things taht arent neccesarily taken advantage of in the game}, and what they might want to add {sorr yif this is complete

    • Re:Looks cute, but... (Score:4, Interesting)

      by Creepy ( 93888 ) on Friday August 06, 2004 @12:52PM (#9900216) Journal
      It's interesting to me, if not just to look at how engines I've had a hand in (mostly bug fixes and porting) are faring. I also like to know how they stack up to the competition, feature-wise (in most cases mediocre, but I won't get into that :)

      This is probably more interesting to up-and-coming dev houses rather than big money houses. For that matter, you can have the best engine in the world and you won't get in the front door of EA if you're not already known as an AAA engine maker - you'll have to cut your teeth on a smaller market first. Also, some very good engines come with little or no cost if the game isn't in sales production, which is nice for new developers and indie houses that don't have the money to spend up front, so they can develop the game and later get the commercial contract when they get their publishing deal.

    • Re:Looks cute, but... (Score:3, Informative)

      by Elmdor ( 686364 )
      IT companies use databases just like this to help them make informed decisions. Why infact just yesterday I had completed a compilation of game engines for the company I work for. We are using it as a resource for game developers in the area. Architects, landscapers, modders, programmers, animators, developers, publishers, and others all benefit from such a list. Sincerely, Nathan ITAAO Information Technology Alliance of Appalachian Ohio

    • Actually... (Score:3, Informative)

      by johannesg ( 664142 )
      I am currently busy evaluating 3D engines for a project my company will work on in the future. This page makes my job considerably easier.

      And they said goofing off to read slashdot is a waste of time... ;-)

    • >I mean, nearly all good 3D engine simply cost bucket loads of green,

      There are several 'good' engines that cost under $200 (I work for a company that makes one of them :)). There are even many free engines (some good, but many not worth wasting time on).

      Having a "fair" database that lists several engines is a HUGE benefit for anybody looking to develop a 3D app. But it is especially useful for people like you that think: "All good game engines cost more then a 5 bedroom home!". ;)

    • Re:Looks cute, but... (Score:2, Insightful)

      by Hamled ( 742266 )
      The thing about this database is that it includes many engines that are not considered major 3D engines, but could be useful to a hobbyist or even a small game development company. While I knew of many free/FOSS engines and some cheap ones, there are many there that I wasn't aware of, and already it has helped in that sense.

  • No Doom 3?! (Score:3, Informative)

    by Drunken_Jackass ( 325938 ) on Friday August 06, 2004 @12:19PM (#9899830) Homepage
    It's not very up-to-date if Doom 3 isn't there. I searched, but alas, it is missing.
    • They didn't release they engine yet for 3rd party developers... The game only. So I think they don't even have a comprehensive feature list for 3d developers in terms they can decide to buy it or not.
    • Er. Id haven't released the Quake 3 engine yet... I think John is going to wait a while (he might want to win that X prize thingy you know (grins)). But I don't understand *why* anyone wants such advanced engines when no one seems to know how to truly exploit the old ones (blatent flamebait). (I'm still waiting for a first person Dungeon Keeper or Nethack... (that's a hint)).

  • Interesting... (Score:5, Informative)

    by ILL Robinson ( 228744 ) on Friday August 06, 2004 @01:06PM (#9900383)
    3D Engines.net [3dengines.net] is a fully searchable 3D engine DB has been around for quite some time. This look interesting similiar...
    *looks up and taps fingers in succession on chin*

    -Robs
  • I'm surprised given the other engines that they list, they don't have information on the Serious Engine, and the Serious Engine 2 (not releasedyet, currently in development for Serious Sam 2, (not second encounter) these are incredibly well documented and powerful engines. Some of the videos for the Serious Sam 2 engine look as good as anything i've yet seen in Doom 3. I guess it just isn't all inclusive yet.
  • They didn't include my 3d engine, Rawks3D. It's really close to being done. I just need a few programmers who know how to program with c++ and my warez copy of 3d studio max. I will be the head designer (I have notebooks filled with ideas) and should get 60% of all profits when we finally hit it big with our kewl engine!
    -m
  • I had to look it up.. Had a basic idea but here is a more indepth explanation of what a game engine is:

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3d_engine [wikipedia.org]

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