Oceanology NextGen: The Definitive Ocean Simulation for Visionary Creators

Elevate Your Project Beyond Expectations

Oceanology NextGen is the premier solution for breathtakingly realistic and performant water in Unreal Engine. Engineered for next-gen high-end GPUs, it empowers developers and cinematic artists with unparalleled visual impact, seamless integration, and robust stability. Transform your vision into a compelling reality that captivates audiences and sets a new quality benchmark.

Why Oceanology NextGen is the Professional Choice:

Built on 7+ years of dedicated development, Oceanology NextGen is a comprehensive, production-proven toolkit. Ideal for open-world games, cinematics, or multiplayer environments, it delivers power and flexibility. Its high-quality C++ foundation ensures efficiency, scalability, and stability for complex projects, providing a reliable core for your water simulation.

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Features

Experience a comprehensive and advanced ocean simulation feature set:

• Core Simulation:

  • Surface Rendering: Stunning, physically-based realism.

  • Infinite & Local Ocean: Seamless scaling from vast seas to local water bodies.

  • Realistic Behavior: Beaufort scale integration for authentic sea states.

  • Spectral Waves (Gerstner & FFT): Hybrid simulation for intricate, natural waves.

  • Coastal Breaking Waves: Dynamic, visually convincing shoreline waves.

  • Real-Time Shallow Water: Detailed, performant simulation.

  • Coastline Simulation: Accurate modeling with real-time interaction.

  • Math-Based Coastal Physics: Precise physical interactions.

  • Flow-Based Foam: Dynamic foam influenced by currents.

  • Wave Crest Splash: Realistic splashes in rough seas.

  • Climate-Based Waves: Dynamic adjustments based on climate.

• Performance & Integration:

  • Quadtree Tessellation (C++): Advanced spatial management & LOD for high performance.

  • World Partition: Seamless integration for massive worlds.

  • Multiple Water Bodies: Easily manage oceans and lakes.

  • Optimized Lake Support: Efficient simulation for multiple lakes.

  • Network Replicated: Robust, optimized multiplayer synchronization.

  • RVT Landscape Integration: Real-time interaction without texture baking.

• Interaction & Effects:

  • Water Physics: Fine control over waves, depth, buoyancy.

  • Advanced Swimming: Realistic mechanics, bubbles, transitions.

  • Dynamic Audio: Synchronize audio with ocean effects.

  • Underwater Effects: Volumetric lighting & post-processing.

  • Displacement God Rays: Realistic underwater light shafts.

  • Day/Night Underwater: Dynamic ambiance based on time.

  • Day/Night Cycle & Time Lapse: Visualize dynamic lighting transitions.

  • Wetness Effects: Convincing wet surfaces on objects.

  • Cloud Shadows: Dynamic shadows cast on water.

• Customization & Control:

  • Flexible Appearance: Adapt visuals from photorealistic to stylized (toon, anime).

  • Easy Configuration: Intuitive C++ setup.

  • Preset System: Data Assets for saving/loading categorized settings (Color, Waves, Style, etc.).

  • Surface Appearance: Customize scattering, color, roughness, reflections.

  • Shoreline Control: Detailed foam, wave height, coast design.

  • Custom Wave Profiles: Advanced wave shape tailoring.

  • Multi-Color Water: Define distinct color variations.

  • Dynamic Masking: Tools for custom visual effects.

  • Niagara Wave Displacement: Sophisticated effects via Niagara.

  • Displacement Physics Volume: Advanced physics simulation.

  • Experimental Surf Waves: Cutting-edge realistic surf dynamics.

Extended Compatibility

Integrates effectively with popular UE tools: NWH Dynamic Water Physics 2, Swim Component, Sky Creator, Water Physics (see docs), Fluid Ninja LIVE. (Note: Compatibility based on current versions. Check docs for latest info.)

Limitations

• Current Target: Optimized for High-End GPUs.

• Future Support: Actively working on Mid-Range GPU optimization.

• Hardware: Performance may vary on lower-spec hardware.

Outstanding Features that Stand Out

Oceanology NextGen excels with advanced tech, proven experience, and innovation:

1. Performance at Scale: C++ Quadtree Tessellation offers superior scalability for Open Worlds vs. Blueprint/less optimized systems.

2. Superior Wave Realism: Hybrid Spectral Waves (Gerstner + FFT) & math-based physics deliver unmatched naturalism.

3. Proven C++ Core: Stable, efficient, scalable foundation minimizes overhead for serious projects.

4. Robust Networking: Designed ground-up for solid multiplayer sync.

5. Comprehensive Features: A complete solution including deep underwater effects, physics, audio, RVT integration.

6. 7+ Years Experience: Mature, reliable product refined through continuous development.

7. Pioneering Math Surf Waves: First mathematical formula-based surf waves. Experimental system enables truly dynamic, emergent behaviors ideal for open worlds, unlike texture-based methods.

Looking for a Game Focused Solution? Discover Oceanology Legacy

While NextGen offers advanced simulation for games & cinematography, Oceanology Legacy is designed exclusively for game development. It follows a distinct path optimized for gaming needs and performance.

Explore Oceanology Legacy: https://www.fab.com/listings/1cd1f62e-0fa3-48bf-bc60-f0e06010fce3