Unigine Heaven Benchmark 2.5 arrives

Posted on Thursday, March 03 2011 @ 22:25 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Unigine has published version 2.5 of its Heaven benchmark, you can grab the 229MB download over here. New in this edition if indirect occlusion to simulate real-time global illumination, improved quality of ambient occlusion, improved GPU support, enhanced stability and various other improvements.

Another major change is the launch of a Professional Edition for OEMs, hardware reviewers and enthusiasts. This version includes a stress testing mode (benchmark looping), reports in CSV format, command line automation, and technical support. Definitely some handy features, but unfortunately Unigine charges $495 for the Heaven Professional Edition.

What's New?
* Added the Professional edition
* Improved support of various GPUs
* Added support of indirect occlusion (SSDO) to simulate real-time global illumination
* Improved the stability during multi-hour running
* Fixed Windows GUI launcher compatibility issues
* Improved the quality of ambient occlusion
* Fixed minor content glitches
* Added a user manual
* Improved an installer for Windows

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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