ParticleGen is a robust, high-performance tool designed for crafting complex 3D particle effects in real time. Equipped with professional-grade features such as interactive real-time previews and precise parameter adjustments using curve diagrams, this software is perfect for DTP, video compositing, post-processing, software development, and various visualization tasks. ParticleGen can produce a wide range of effects, from explosions and fog to water reflections. Users can create their own particle shapes using standard image editing software, or import textured 3DS files for use as particles or animations. For users of "Autodesk Maya," the tool supports the import of camera animations for enhanced compositing. Additional capabilities include the simulation of optical deformation effects like shimmering air and shock waves. ParticleGen supports a broad array of file formats, including TGA (images and sequences), BMP, DDS, and AVI. Features: • True 3D visualization affected by wind and gravity. • Interactive real-time previews with High Dynamic Range Rendering. • Simulation of optical deformation effects using Displacement Maps. • Customizable codec, frame rate, frame interlace, and color space. • Configurable settings for lighting, background, and terrain. • Ability to use personal textures and 3D objects, as well as background images and videos. • Comprehensive library of particles, textures, and effects. • High-resolution export options per frame (DDS series, TGA series) or as video (AVI) up to 4000x3000 pixels. • Export includes depth information and alpha channel. • Presets available for PAL, NTSC, and HDTV formats.