Create stunning cinematic rocket launches with this fully procedural Houdini FX setup.This project delivers a production-ready scene with layered smoke, fire, and vapor simulations, optimized caching, and render-ready shaders for Karma XPU and Mantra. Perfect for learning, customization, or direct production use.
Key Features:
4 detailed steam & smoke layers from the launch platform
Core rocket flame simulation with realistic combustion
Ground fire & smoke interaction beneath the engines
Extra ambient smoke for cinematic atmosphere
Fully procedural PDG caching pipeline
MaterialX shaders for Karma XPU
Mantra-compatible shader network (final images rendered in Mantra)
Optimized for local rendering (RAM & GPU friendly)
Clean, labeled, and modular node structure
Requirements:
Houdini 20.5 (for Karma XPU rendering)
Compatible with Houdini 19+ for simulations
Tested on:– Ryzen 1800X– 64GB RAM– RTX 3060 Ti– ~400GB free disk space for caches
Who Is It For?
FX Artists, Houdini learners, and professionals looking for a ready-to-use rocket launch system or a flexible base to expand on.
What’s Included:
Houdini .hip scene file
Fully procedural FX & PDG caching system
Karma XPU & Mantra render setups
Step-by-step video tutorial (post-purchase) for setup, usage & customization
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Notice:Included 3D models are for learning/demonstration only. Please replace them with your own assets before using in commercial or personal productions.
