The Clever Trick Behind Wind in Games
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In this video, we look at four key aspects of wind in video games that, once you understand, will help you to build more immersive worlds and sweep players, perhaps literally, off their feet!
1️ ⃣ Static Reactive Objects – Flags, curtains, and foliage that move through shaders or animations
2️ ⃣ Dynamic Objects – Debris, crates, and barrels that move with physics
3️ ⃣ Particle Systems – Dust, ash, snow, and leaves reacting to wind direction
4️ ⃣ Audio – Possibly the most powerful cue, adding atmosphere and emotion even when wind isn’t there!
Next time you’re playing, take a moment to listen to the wind—or watch how it subtly shapes the world around you.
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