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\n<\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"tldr\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TL;DR:<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>RTX Render<\/strong> plugin for iClone 8 and Character Creator 5 brings <strong>physically accurate path-traced rendering<\/strong> directly into your real-time workflow.<\/li>\n<li>Artists can achieve <strong>near offline rendering quality<\/strong> with features like subsurface skin scattering, multi-layer RTX materials, and f-stop camera depth of field.<\/li>\n<li>Award-winning animator <strong>Benjamin Sokomba Dazhi (Benny Dee)<\/strong> leverages RTX Render to create highly realistic scenes, optimizing lighting and mirror reflections in real time.<\/li>\n<li>The plugin offers <strong>free access during its open beta<\/strong>, enabling users to re-render old projects with stunning new visual fidelity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/07\/28\/rtx-render-open-beta-begins-path-traced-quality-inside-character-creator-5-and-iclone-8\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RTX Render<\/a><\/strong> plugin for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reallusion.com\/iclone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iClone 8<\/a>, Reallusion\u2019s flagship real-time animation suite<\/strong>, transforms digital human creation and virtual production by integrating physically accurate path-traced rendering. This article details an advanced workflow, demonstrating how artists can achieve near offline rendering quality directly within the software, solving the challenge of bridging real-time production with cinematic visual fidelity. The process leverages NVIDIA RTX Path Tracing technology for stunning realism without external exports.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cReallusion\u2019s <strong>iClone RTX Render<\/strong> delivers real-time, realistic results, while <strong>AccuFACE 2<\/strong> makes it easy to drive facial animation using a webcam or prerecorded video.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><cite><strong>BENJAMIN SOKOMBA DAZHI<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<em>Renowned 3D Animator, Director, Musician, Cinematographer<\/em><\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-achieve-near-offline-render-quality-with-rtx-render-in-iclone-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Achieve Near Offline Render Quality with RTX Render in iClone 8?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>RTX Render<\/strong> plugin fundamentally changes how artists approach rendering in iClone 8 by bringing advanced path tracing capabilities directly into the viewport. This integration means features like <strong>physically accurate light bounces<\/strong>, <strong>subsurface skin scattering<\/strong>, <strong>multi-layer RTX materials<\/strong> (Transmission, Coat, Sheen), and <strong>real f-stop camera depth of field<\/strong> are no longer exclusive to traditional offline renderers. Users can now visualize complex lighting interactions and material properties in real time, significantly streamlining the creative process. This on-the-fly feedback loop enables rapid iteration and precise artistic control, especially crucial for detailed <strong>3D character creation<\/strong> and cinematic <strong>real-time animation pipelines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"RTX Render Open Beta Begins : Path-Traced Quality Inside Character Creator 5 and iClone 8\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fZgvlmZL4Io?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey to high-quality renders begins with meticulous scene and character preparation. For <strong>3D character artists<\/strong> and <strong>digital human creators<\/strong>, this means starting with a high-fidelity base. According to <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong>, preparing characters in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reallusion.com\/character-creator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Character Creator 5<\/a><\/strong> is a critical first step due to its robust tools for generating <strong>HD quality characters<\/strong> with realistic skin textures. He emphasizes that the characters are already \u201cvery realistic enough\u201d even before applying RTX, thanks to the <strong>HD skin<\/strong> options available in <strong>Character Creator 5<\/strong>. Props and environments must also match this level of detail to fully leverage RTX Render\u2019s capabilities, with \u201cultra realistic props\u201d enhancing the final output.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"548\" data-attachment-id=\"74920\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/hero-image-6\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2749,1472\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{"orientation":"1"}\" data-image-title=\"Hero Image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-1024x548.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-1024x548.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render plugin dual monitor interface showing a path-traced digital human, wireframe overlay, Path Tracing settings, and NVIDIA RTX PCs. \" class=\"wp-image-74920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-1024x548.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-150x80.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-768x411.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-1536x822.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-2048x1097.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Hero-Image-1200x643.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"optimizing-scene-setup-for-path-traced-environments\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optimizing Scene Setup for Path-Traced Environments<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective lighting and material setup are paramount when utilizing a path-traced renderer like RTX Render. After assembling high-quality props and characters, the next step involves converting the scene to the RTX rendering mode. This instantly transforms the lighting and material behavior, requiring a fresh approach to illumination.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74924\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/image-1062\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image.png\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1024x576.png\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1024x576.png\" alt=\"iClone 8 UI: 3D digital human selected in a detailed tiled bathroom scene, with Modify and Content panels for RTX Render. \" class=\"wp-image-74924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"crafting-realistic-lighting-with-rtx-render\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crafting Realistic Lighting with RTX Render<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In RTX Render, lighting shifts from approximation to physical accuracy. Users position <strong>spotlights<\/strong> and <strong>point lights<\/strong> strategically at every light source within the scene to simulate realistic light emission and shadow casting. The <strong>real-time preview<\/strong> in RTX Render immediately showcases <strong>amazing shadows<\/strong> that are \u201cvery soft and realistic,\u201d as highlighted by <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74914\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/jkhjhygtf\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf.png\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"jkhjhygtf\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-1024x576.png\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Benny Dee's iClone 8 RTX Render: Detailed digital human with realistic skin, path-traced lighting, cinematic DoF, and fluorescent lights. \" class=\"wp-image-74914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jkhjhygtf.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This immediate feedback is invaluable for <strong>virtual production professionals<\/strong> and <strong>cinematic visual storytellers<\/strong>, allowing them to precisely sculpt light and shadow. Adjusting light color, intensity, and even the <strong>light shape<\/strong> (e.g., from Sphere to Rectangle for softer, more evenly spread illumination) allows for highly nuanced moods and atmospheric effects.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74925\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-light-shape\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone light shape\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render: Adjusting spotlight properties like Angle (120), Falloff (50), and Multiplier (2.50) in Modify panel for scene. \" class=\"wp-image-74925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-light-shape.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: How do I set up a spotlight in iClone 8 for RTX Render?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> To set up a spotlight, navigate to the top menu, select <strong>CREATE > LIGHT > SPOT LIGHT<\/strong>. Once placed, the light will appear in the Scene Manager. You can then align it to the scene center using the <strong>ALIGN<\/strong> function for easy positioning. Adjust its properties in the Modify panel, including color and intensity, to achieve your desired illumination. The real-time RTX preview immediately reflects these changes, allowing for precise control over the scene\u2019s mood and shadows.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74927\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-align-light\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone align light\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render: Aligning a spotlight in a dark 3D scene, with light properties in Modify panel, for physically accurate lighting. \" class=\"wp-image-74927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-align-light.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"enhancing-realism-with-emissive-materials-and-reflections\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enhancing Realism with Emissive Materials and Reflections<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond direct light sources, incorporating emissive materials significantly boosts scene realism. For instance, <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong> describes setting up lamps with <strong>emissive material<\/strong> by increasing their <strong>GLOW channel strength<\/strong>. This not only makes the light fixtures appear to be actually emitting light but also contributes to the scene\u2019s ambient illumination and global illumination. A clever detail, like intentionally making one incandescent tube lamp appear \u201cold and burnt out\u201d by disabling its glow, adds authenticity.<\/p>\n<figure data-carousel-extra=\"{"blog_id":1,"permalink":"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/"}\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74931\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-material-name-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iclone material name\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74931\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render workflow: modifying Ceiling_Lamp PBR materials in Modify panel (ROUGHNESS, GLOW), with Scene Manager & Timeline. \" class=\"wp-image-74931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-material-name-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74930\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-glow-channel\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iclone glow channel\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74930\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 UI: Modify panel shows GLOW strength 1000 on emissive material, lighting a fluorescent lamp in an RTX Render scene. \" class=\"wp-image-74930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-glow-channel.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another powerful feature is the creation of highly reflective surfaces. By simply adjusting the <strong>ROUGHNESS material channel<\/strong> of a plane prop to a value near zero in the Modify panel, it transforms into a <strong>highly reflective mirror<\/strong>. This capability showcases RTX Render\u2019s capacity for <strong>accurately reflecting the environment and lights<\/strong> in real time, providing immediate visual confirmation for <strong>portrait and lighting artists<\/strong> seeking perfect reflections. The system can even account for complex phenomena like subsurface scattering, providing depth and realism to materials like skin.<\/p>\n<figure data-carousel-extra=\"{"blog_id":1,"permalink":"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/"}\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74933\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iclone mirror plane roughness\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74933\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render UI: Adjusting PBR material roughness for a selected cracked mirror in a dirty bathroom scene; timeline visible. \" class=\"wp-image-74933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-plane-roughness.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74934\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-mirror\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iclone mirror\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74934\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 with RTX Render plugin, showing a path-traced interior scene reflecting in a mirror. Modify panel highlights Metallic, Roughness, Glow material channels. \" class=\"wp-image-74934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror--1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-mirror-.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without having to manually customize the Material Channel settings of each props, users can also take full advantage of the RTX Render BETA, by accesing the specialized material pack located within the <strong>MEDIA<\/strong> folder under Reallusion\u2019s custom directory. Navigating into the RTX BETA materials folder reveals dedicated subfolders for <strong>reflective surface<\/strong>, <strong>transmissive<\/strong>, <strong>subsurface scattering<\/strong>, and <strong>fabric<\/strong> presets. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These materials are engineered for effortless workflow integration, allowing artists to simply drag and drop any material directly onto an object surface in the scene. This instantly converts prop textures into optimized RTX-ready surfaces\u2014such as rapidly transforming a flat plane into a realistic, highly reflective mirror\u2014enabling quick visual experimentation without tedious manual map setup.<\/p>\n<figure data-carousel-extra=\"{"blog_id":1,"permalink":"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/"}\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74941\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/image-1063\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1.png\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-1024x576.png\" data-id=\"74941\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render: Multi-layer RTX materials, reflective surfaces (Mirror, Wood), real-time path-traced scene setup, Auxiliary Light. \" class=\"wp-image-74941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74940\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-rtx-materials\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{"orientation":"1"}\" data-image-title=\"iClone RTX Materials\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74940\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render: Multi-layer RTX materials, reflective surfaces (Mirror, Wood), real-time path-traced scene setup, Auxiliary Light. \" class=\"wp-image-74940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-RTX-Materials.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"enhancing-realism-with-emissive-materials-and-reflections\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volumetric Lighting in iClone<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an iClone scene, <strong>volumetric lighting<\/strong> can be added to existing light sources to make light shafts visible and <strong>enhance the overall environmental atmosphere<\/strong>. Users can enable this feature by selecting the volumetric light settings and fine-tuning parameters such as the medium density multiplier to control the exact intensity and spread of the effect. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Playing with these settings allows creators to tailor the <strong>visual impact<\/strong> to their specific needs, giving the scene <strong>added depth and a cinematic quality<\/strong> based on how the light interacts with the surrounding space.<\/p>\n<figure data-carousel-extra=\"{"blog_id":1,"permalink":"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/"}\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74944\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-volumetric-light-1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone volumetric light 1\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74944\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render UI: Volumetric lighting & video output settings for path-traced cinematic realism in a bathroom 3D scene. \" class=\"wp-image-74944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74950\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-volumetric-light-2-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone volumetric light 2\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74950\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render UI: Digital human in path-traced bathroom scene, real-time reflections, RTX material settings for realism. \" class=\"wp-image-74950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-volumetric-light-2-1-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"featured-artist-spotlight-benjamin-sokomba-dazhi-benny-dee\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Featured Artist Spotlight: <br \/>Benjamin Sokomba Dazhi (Benny Dee)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"631\" height=\"630\" data-attachment-id=\"73647\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/benny-dee-headshot\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"631,630\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"benny-dee-headshot\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot.jpg\" alt=\"BENJAMIN SOKOMBA DAZHI\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Renowned 3D Animator, Director, Musician, Cinematographer\" class=\"wp-image-73647\" style=\"width:221px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot.jpg 631w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-600x600.jpg?crop=1 600w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-400x400.jpg?crop=1 400w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-200x200.jpg?crop=1 200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/benny-dee-headshot-250x250.jpg?crop=1 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>BENJAMIN SOKOMBA DAZHI<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<em>Renowned 3D Animator, Director, Musician, Cinematographer<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benjamin Sokomba Dazhi<\/strong>, globally recognized as <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong>, is an award-winning Nigerian animator, film producer, and creative storyteller. Hailing from Niger State, Benny Dee has carved a niche as one of Africa\u2019s leading digital artists, skillfully blending animation, filmmaking, music, and cutting-edge technologies. His acclaimed work includes a collaboration with Cartoon Network for the CN Dance Challenge, demonstrating his unique ability to infuse vibrant African culture into dynamic animation for international audiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Benny Dee is a respected authority in the Reallusion ecosystem, particularly lauded for his expertise in real-time lighting, cinematic rendering, and virtual production with <strong>iClone 8<\/strong> and Character Creator. He also integrates <strong>NVIDIA Omniverse<\/strong> into his workflows for advanced rendering and collaborative pipelines, consistently pushing the boundaries of digital filmmaking. His innovative approach extends to guiding AI Studio with iClone\u2019s precise 3D guidance, ensuring consistent, high-quality results across diverse AI render styles.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cI was honestly impressed by the visual quality and the speed of the <strong>RTX Render<\/strong> inside <strong>iClone 8<\/strong>.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><cite>BENJAMIN SOKOMBA DAZHI\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Renowned 3D Animator, Director, Musician, Cinematographer<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 id=\"benny-dees-rtx-render-workflow-highlights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benny Dee\u2019s RTX Render Workflow Highlights:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Character Preparation:<\/strong> Starts with <strong>Character Creator 5<\/strong> to generate <strong>HD quality characters<\/strong> with realistic skin, providing a strong foundation for RTX Render.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prop & Environment Detailing:<\/strong> Ensures all scene props are \u201cultra realistic\u201d and meticulously arranged, often using reference pictures for guidance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Real-time Lighting:<\/strong> Utilizes RTX Render\u2019s real-time capabilities to position spotlights and point lights accurately, leveraging physical light bounces and soft shadows.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Material Enhancement:<\/strong> Increases <strong>emissive material<\/strong> strength for light-emitting props and adjusts <strong>ROUGHNESS material channel<\/strong> to create highly reflective surfaces like mirrors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Camera & Animation Blocking:<\/strong> Prioritizes camera setup and animation blocking, often setting the camera first to frame the scene or using <strong>AccuFACE 2 plugin<\/strong> for facial performance capture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rendering Optimization:<\/strong> Adjusts <strong>RTX Render quality options<\/strong> like <strong>samples<\/strong> and <strong>bounce counts<\/strong> for efficient final renders based on GPU capacity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"incorporating-animation-and-camera-work-for-cinematic-shots\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incorporating Animation and Camera Work for Cinematic Shots<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the scene is meticulously lit and materials are set, integrating character animation and dynamic camera work completes the cinematic vision. Users can drag and drop pre-existing animation clips from the Content Library onto their characters. <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong> often prioritizes camera setup before animation, establishing desired angles and framing. This workflow is crucial for <strong>concept artists<\/strong> and <strong>game developers<\/strong> aiming for specific in-game cutscenes or marketing visuals.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74966\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-animation\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone animation\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render UI: A 3D digital human in a tiled bathroom, with motion animation controls & content library visible. \" class=\"wp-image-74966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-animation.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the lighting setup, a <strong>point light<\/strong> can be added to a far backroom to emit a warm orange color that acts as a <strong>rim light<\/strong>. This warm hue provides depth and contrast to the scene. Once the scene is meticulously lit and materials are set, integrating character animation and dynamic camera work completes the cinematic vision. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74937\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-orange-far-backroom\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iclone orange far backroom\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render UI: adjusting point light color (#ffaa00) for physically accurate path-traced lighting in a detailed interior scene. \" class=\"wp-image-74937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iclone-orange-far-backroom.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key element for cinematic results is the proper use of <strong>depth of field<\/strong>. In <strong>iClone 8<\/strong>, users can easily add depth of field to their cameras, allowing them to blur backgrounds and foregrounds, thereby directing the viewer\u2019s focus to the primary subject. By using the <strong>PICK target<\/strong> function, artists can precisely select the character, ensuring it remains sharp while the surroundings gently fall out of focus. This real f-stop camera depth of field is rendered accurately by RTX Render, contributing significantly to the photorealistic aesthetic.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74949\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-dof-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{"orientation":"1"}\" data-image-title=\"iClone dof\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 UI, demonstrating camera's activated Depth of Field with "Pick Target" selected for a digital human, enhancing cinematic realism. \" class=\"wp-image-74949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-dof-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"advanced-facial-animation-with-accuface-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Facial Animation with AccuFACE 2<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To truly bring characters to life, high-fidelity facial animation is essential. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reallusion.com\/iclone\/motion-capture\/accuface.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AccuFACE 2<\/a> plugin for iClone 8<\/strong> offers a powerful solution for facial motion capture, allowing artists to drive character expressions using either a live webcam or a prerecorded video file. This tool is invaluable for <strong>3D animators<\/strong> seeking nuanced and expressive performances. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"AccuFACE 2 Grand Launch: Professional-Grade Facial Mocap for CC5 HD Characters\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nE5yRF-kwwg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After launching the Motion Live panel, users connect AccuFACE 2, disable head movement if only facial expressions are desired, and adjust global strength and denoise functions to refine the capture. This seamless <strong>motion capture pipeline<\/strong> integrates directly into iClone, recording performances into motion clips on the timeline.<\/p>\n<figure data-carousel-extra=\"{"blog_id":1,"permalink":"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/"}\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74956\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/iclone-accuface-2-benny\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"iClone AccuFACE 2 benny\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-1024x576.jpg\" data-id=\"74956\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Benny Dee using AccuFACE2 live webcam facial mocap to animate a 3D digital human character for iClone 8 RTX Render \" class=\"wp-image-74956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iClone-AccuFACE-2-benny.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cFor <strong>facial motion capture <\/strong>in <strong>iClone<\/strong>, you can easily download and integrate Reallusion\u2019s new <strong>AccuFACE 2<\/strong> plugin into your workflow.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><cite>BENJAMIN SOKOMBA DAZHI\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Renowned 3D Animator, Director, Musician, Cinematographer<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 id=\"technical-workflow-for-rtx-render-settings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical Workflow for RTX Render Settings<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finalizing a render involves fine-tuning the <strong>RTX Render quality options<\/strong>. These parameters, found under the <strong>RENDER<\/strong> toolbar, include <strong>samples<\/strong> for bounce counts and <strong>bright pixel noise threshold<\/strong>. Reallusion provides extensive documentation to understand how these settings affect the final image, impacting both quality and render time. For efficient rendering, <strong>Benny Dee<\/strong> suggests adjusting the <strong>samples<\/strong> value; while the default is 1000, he often reduces it to <strong>64 samples<\/strong> to optimize rendering speed based on his graphic card\u2019s capacity, ensuring a decent quality within a reasonable timeframe.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> To significantly reduce final render times without drastically compromising quality, adjust the RTX Render\u2019s <strong>samples<\/strong> parameter from the default 1000 to <strong>64<\/strong>. This method saves roughly <strong>50-70% of render time<\/strong> for typical animation sequences, making it ideal for rapid prototyping or studios with tight deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>RTX Render plugin for iClone 8<\/strong> and Character Creator brings a new level of visual fidelity and speed to character animation and virtual production. Its ability to perform <strong>path-traced rendering directly within software<\/strong>, without requiring external exports, accelerates workflows for everyone from indie developers to AAA studios. The current open beta status and free access mean there\u2019s no better time to experiment with its capabilities.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74958\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/srdrdt\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt.png\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"srdrdt\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-1024x576.png\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-1024x576.png\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render: Bald digital human gazes at mirror reflection, dark liquid drips, highlighting path-traced realism. \" class=\"wp-image-74958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/srdrdt.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"rtx-render-key-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">RTX Render Key Features<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<th>Benefit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Path-Traced Rendering<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Simulates physically accurate light bounces and global illumination.<\/td>\n<td>Achieves near offline render quality in real-time.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>In-Software Integration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Renders directly within iClone 8 and Character Creator 5.<\/td>\n<td>Eliminates export\/import steps, streamlining workflow.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Multi-Layer RTX Materials<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Supports Transmission, Coat, Sheen for advanced material realism.<\/td>\n<td>Enables creation of highly detailed and realistic surfaces.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Subsurface Skin Scattering<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Accurately simulates light interaction beneath skin surfaces.<\/td>\n<td>Essential for lifelike digital human creation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Real F-Stop Camera DoF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Provides authentic camera depth of field for cinematic effects.<\/td>\n<td>Enhances visual storytelling and artistic focus.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Real-Time Preview<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Updates visuals instantly as settings or scene elements are adjusted.<\/td>\n<td>Accelerates iteration and artistic decision-making.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>RTX Render<\/strong> plugin fundamentally reshapes the real-time animation and 3D character creation landscape by merging the <strong>speed of iClone with the visual fidelity of path tracing<\/strong>. By integrating directly into existing workflows and leveraging NVIDIA RTX technology, it empowers artists to produce cinematic-quality renders with unprecedented efficiency. Its features, combined with the detailed setup and optimization techniques demonstrated by experts like Benny Dee, make it an indispensable tool for achieving stunning, realistic visuals. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Best of all, this free plugin expands iClone\u2019s capabilities, providing users with three distinct rendering options: the classic <strong>DX11 render<\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ai.reallusion.com\/ai-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI render with AI Studio<\/a><\/strong>, and the new <strong>RTX Render<\/strong>. This open beta offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience these capabilities firsthand.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/discussions.reallusion.com\/t\/rtx-render-open-beta-1-overview-getting-started\/17902\">Claim your RTX Render Open Beta access here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-attachment-id=\"74959\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/09\/21\/ultra-realistic-realtime-rtx-path-trace-render-in-iclone\/rtx-on\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"RTX on\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-1024x576.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"iClone 8 RTX Render visual comparison: Physically accurate path-traced rendering OFF (left) vs. ON (right) for stunning realism. \" class=\"wp-image-74959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RTX-on.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: How do I export a rigged character from Character Creator 5 to iClone 8 for RTX Render?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> Characters created in Character Creator 5 can be directly sent to iClone 8 using the <strong>Send to iClone<\/strong> function within Character Creator 5. This maintains the rigging, materials, and any applied animations, ensuring a seamless transfer. Once in iClone 8, you can then activate the RTX Render plugin to immediately view your character within a path-traced environment and begin fine-tuning materials and lighting for your final cinematic render.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: What is the difference between DX11 render and RTX Render in iClone 8?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> DX11 render uses traditional rasterization for real-time display, providing fast performance suitable for general scene setup and animation previews, though with less physical accuracy in lighting. RTX Render, conversely, employs path tracing, which simulates light behavior physically, resulting in highly realistic shadows, reflections, and global illumination. While more computationally intensive, RTX Render delivers near offline quality directly in iClone 8, ideal for final cinematic output.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: Can I use RTX Render to improve the quality of my older iClone projects?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> Yes, one of the significant benefits of the new RTX Render plugin is its ability to re-render old iClone projects with dramatically enhanced visual quality. By simply opening an existing project in iClone 8 and activating RTX Render, all lighting, materials, and reflections will be recalculated using path tracing. This allows you to bring new life and cinematic realism to your legacy animations and scenes without extensive re-work.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: Why does my real-time RTX Render preview run slowly, and how can I optimize it?<\/h4>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> Real-time RTX Render performance depends heavily on your GPU\u2019s power and VRAM. To optimize, ensure your NVIDIA graphics drivers are updated. You can also temporarily switch back to DX11 mode while arranging props and blocking animations, then reactivate RTX Render for final lighting and material adjustments. Additionally, reducing the number of complex light sources, disabling subsurface scattering on less critical elements, and lowering <strong>samples<\/strong> in the preview settings can improve responsiveness.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Read Next:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-lightbox\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reallusion.com\/iclone\/download.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"200\" data-attachment-id=\"72925\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/2026\/06\/23\/reallusion-unlocks-limitless-creation-iclone-personal-debuts-alongside-ai-studio-official-launch\/magazine-banner_1024x200-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1024,200\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"IC Personal Banner_1024x200\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200.jpg\" alt=\"Download iClone Personal Edition from Reallusion Hub and experience all iClone 8 features for free\" class=\"wp-image-72925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200-300x59.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200-150x29.jpg 150w, https:\/\/magazine.reallusion.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Magazine-Banner_1024x200-768x150.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TL;DR: The RTX Render plugin for iClone 8 and Character Creator 5 brings physically accurate path-traced rendering directly into your real-time workflow. Artists can achieve near offline rendering quality with features like subsurface skin scattering, multi-layer RTX materials, and f-stop camera depth of field. 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