Tutorial: Houdini Simulation to Substance Designer

You don't have to worry about the intersections of shapes, just set up a simple simulation and save the result in a real-time heightmap. Then, use this heightmap in Substance Designer to create a material.

Also, watch the tutorial on COP below if you're not familiar with the concept.

The guide was provided by Simin Verstraete, a tech Artist who loves building procedural tools and assets. He's a master of procedural approaches, knowing how to build 3D models with speed and flexibility. "During his studies at Digital Arts and Entertainment, he taught himself how to work with Houdini," noted SideFX. "After his studies, he started working on Ary and the Secret of Seasons at eXiin. Currently he is a Houdini freelancer and focuses on creating procedural content."

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