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30+
Hours of Content
Over 30 hours of video tutorials and projects.
50+
Niagara Nodes
Master 50+ Niagara nodes in Unreal Engine 5.
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Advanced Effects
Learn 5 advanced effects, including Nuke explosions and fluid simulations.
Turn Your Ideas into Explosive Visual Effects with RealTimeVFX
Dive into the world of real-time VFX using Niagara in Unreal Engine 5. Whether you're a beginner or experienced creator, this course will help you craft dynamic effects for your games or interactive experiences.
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Explore the Power of Niagara
in Unreal Engine 5 and Create Stunning VFX
What You’ll Achieve
Complete Mastery of Niagara
From basic emitters to complex particle simulations, you’ll master Niagara's powerful features and gain the skills to design unique and visually stunning effects.
RealTimeVFX is your gateway to mastering the art of real-time visual effects using the cutting-edge Niagara system in Unreal Engine 5. This course is designed for creators who want to elevate their game development and VFX skills by learning how to build stunning, interactive effects that bring virtual worlds to life. Whether you’re a beginner or already experienced in Unreal Engine, RealTimeVFX will help you unlock the power of real-time particle systems and advanced simulations, taking your projects to the next level.
A Portfolio of Game-Ready Effects
Throughout the course, you’ll build a diverse portfolio of VFX, including fire, explosions, energy balls, smoke, and even fluid simulations, all of which are perfect for showcasing your work or integrating into a game.
Professional VFX Skills
Whether for indie games or larger projects, you’ll acquire skills that are directly applicable to real-world game development, giving you a competitive edge in the industry.
Real-Time VFX for Games
Learn how to create real-time VFX that are optimized for performance, so they look amazing and run smoothly within Unreal Engine 5.
In RealTimeVFX, you will learn by doing. This isn't just another theory-heavy course — you’ll get hands-on experience creating high-quality effects like fire, explosions, energy balls, smoke, and even complex fluid simulations. With step-by-step guidance, you'll gain the knowledge to craft visually compelling effects, from simple sparks to massive explosions that feel real in the context of your games.
Work with Real-World VFX Experts
to Build Your Game-Changing Skills
Alaric Voss
Senior VFX Artist at Frostbite Studios
Zephyr Kade
Real-Time VFX Specialist at SkyForge Interactive
Edda Vasiliev
VFX Supervisor at Elemental Games
Isolde Thorne
Lead Technical Artist at Mythic Games
Calyx Draven
Lead VFX Developer at Quantum Entertainment
Bastian Falkner
Senior Visual Effects Designer at Nebula Studios
Unlock the Secrets
to Creating Professional-Grade Real-Time Effects That Wow Players
Learn to design high-quality, interactive effects that bring your game environments to life, from stylized explosions to fluid simulations.
Create Stunning Real-Time VFX for Your Games
Gain expert knowledge of Niagara's particle systems, allowing you to create custom, optimized effects that run smoothly in real-time.
Master Niagara in Unreal Engine 5
Develop a collection of game-ready VFX that you can showcase to employers, clients, or use in your personal game projects.
Build a Portfolio of Professional-Grade VFX
Acquire the real-world VFX skills needed for today’s gaming industry, perfect for both indie game developers and larger studios.
Learn Practical, Industry-Standard Skills
Explore the Power of Niagara
in Unreal Engine 5 and Create Stunning VFX
In this module, you’ll start by understanding the core principles of Niagara, the revolutionary particle system in Unreal Engine 5. You’ll learn how to create basic emitters and work with the key components of real-time VFX to bring your effects to life.
Once you have the basics down, this module will guide you through creating complex, advanced effects that add impact to your games. You’ll learn how to design explosive, stylized fire, and fluid simulations that react naturally in your virtual environments.
Key Takeaway: Build a strong foundation in Niagara and start crafting your first real-time effects!
Key Takeaway: Master the creation of advanced, interactive VFX effects that will add explosive visuals to your games.
  • Niagara Basics: Get to know the Niagara interface, its emitters, and how to manage systems.
  • Creating Particle Effects: Learn how to create and manipulate simple particles to form effects like sparks, smoke, and dust.
  • Understanding Particle Behavior: Master how particles interact with forces like gravity, velocity, and collision.
  • Basic Materials for VFX: Introduction to materials in Unreal Engine and how they can be used to enhance your VFX effects.
  • Stylized Fire and Explosions: Learn to create realistic and stylized fire effects, explosions, and shockwaves that bring energy to your games.
  • Fluid Simulations: Discover how to simulate realistic fluids like water and lava using Niagara’s fluid systems.
  • Creating Interactive VFX: Learn how to make your VFX effects interactive, reacting to the player’s actions or game events.
  • Optimizing VFX for Performance: Understand the importance of optimizing VFX for real-time performance without compromising quality.
What You’ll Learn:
What You’ll Learn:
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Module 1: Foundations of Niagara and Real-Time VFX Creation
Module 2: Advanced VFX Creation – Explosions, Fire, and Fluids
Earn a RealTimeVFX Certification to validate your new skills and enhance your professional portfolio. This certificate proves your ability to create high-quality, real-time visual effects for games, using the industry-leading Niagara system in Unreal Engine 5. Whether you're looking to land your dream job or level up your current career, this certification will showcase your expertise and dedication to mastering VFX creation.
Gain Credibility
with a Certificate in Real-Time VFX for Games
Transform Your Skills
with Real-Time VFX – Affordable Plans Available
10$
20$
50$
100$
Ember Starter
Flame Igniter
Firestorm Creator
Shockwave Surge
175$
500$
250$
750$
350$
1000$
VFX Magician
Particle Virtuoso
VFX Engineer
VFX Titan
Elemental Master
VFX Legend
Niagara Basics: Introductory video on the Niagara system
Includes Ember Starter plan materials
Includes Flame Igniter plan materials
Includes Firestorm Creator plan materials
Access to Basic Particle Effects tutorial (sparks, dust)
Additional tutorials on creating simple fire effects
Full access to the Stylized Fire and Explosion Effects modules
Advanced Explosion Techniques: Create shockwaves and debris
Simple starter project templates for easy practice
Access to basic smoke and spark effects training
Downloadable project files to practice on
Access to Energy Ball Creation module with interactive effects
Full project examples for hands-on learning
Includes Shockwave Surge plan materials
Includes Elemental Master plan materials
Includes VFX Magician plan materials
Includes Particle Virtuoso plan materials
Includes VFX Engineer plan materials
Includes VFX Titan plan materials
Advanced fluid simulations for realistic water and lava effects
Complete project files for 5 high-quality VFX effects
Niagara Materials: Learn to create complex materials for VFX
One-on-One Project Review with a mentor to refine your skills
Full access to Interactive VFX Systems and complex simulations
Exclusive VIP access to future course updates, live Q&A, and support
Interactive VFX: Learn how to make effects react to gameplay
Personalized Mentor Feedback on your VFX projects
Custom Explosions and Smoke Effects with advanced techniques
Full access to Complete VFX System Creation course
Real-Time VFX for AAA Games: Learn how to optimize and scale VFX
Personal Mentorship Sessions for tailored guidance
Access to performance optimization techniques for real-time VFX
Advanced tutorials on game-ready, optimized VFX for smooth performance
Exclusive downloadable VFX project files for advanced practice
Special bonus content on cutting-edge VFX techniques
Detailed tutorials on advanced fluid dynamics and particle behavior
Priority feedback on your final VFX projects
1. What level of experience do I need to take this course?
This course is designed for both beginners and intermediate learners. Whether you're new to VFX or already have some experience, you’ll find step-by-step instructions and projects to help you master real-time effects in Unreal Engine 5.
2. Will I need to purchase any additional software for this course?
No, you only need Unreal Engine 5 (which is free to download). All course materials and resources are provided within the course, and you’ll learn to use the Niagara system directly within Unreal Engine 5.
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3. How long will it take to complete the course?
The course is designed to be flexible, with a structured learning path that you can follow at your own pace. On average, students complete the course in about 4-6 weeks, but you can take as long as you need.
4. Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes! Upon successfully completing the course, you'll receive a RealTimeVFX Certification to showcase your skills and knowledge in real-time visual effects creation using Unreal Engine 5.