This is a project that we've been developing for a while and what bigger bang is there to kick it off to than the coming 4th of July celebrations.
So different from particle system fireworks that are what you normally see for fireworks around Second Life, this system uses mesh animated with graphics based firework blooms. This enables you to create much more realistic looking firework explosions, as well as to mix them up with some fantastical animations. I've made this set specially for the 4th of July with stars and hearts as well as blooms that light up your virtual sky in patriotic colours of Reds, Whites and Blues.
As it's rather difficult to illustrate just how these fireworks look like, I've also created some videos to accompany this blog. Unfortunately I'm not able to record sound with this version of screencast software that I'm using, but do pop by the in-world shop to test out a demo, or grab yourself a demo version to rez at home and test out!
Videos :
Introducing you to the Mesh Firework system from Oddfish
What is the difference between a Rockit and a Mortar?
The one that shows you what the fuss is all about!
Turn down the lights and turn up the volume!
Last but not least, how to use Rockits to make your own fireworks display!
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