Le Mans Ultimate: Taking Graphics to the Next Level with YEBIS

In a matter of days, we will have the early access of Le Mans Ultimate available, and following the new images we saw with Sebring, it’s time to talk about the graphical aspect.

Being globally released on February 20, 2024, in Early Access on PC via Steam, the official game of the FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans will benefit from the integration of the YEBIS post-effects system, known for its advanced CG lighting effects and optical expression.

What is YEBIS?

In short, YEBIS is a post-effects system known for its advanced CG lighting effects and optical expression. It is used to enhance visual quality and immersion in virtual environments, especially in automotive simulation games and other games requiring realistic graphics and detailed visual effects.

This system provides a wide range of optical and lighting effects, including motion blur, glare, depth of field, and other realistic lens effects, which enhance players’ visual experience and make it more dynamic.

How will it impact Le Mans Ultimate?

Studio 397’s intention for its simulator is obviously immersion both in terms of its content and the graphics that surround us while driving.

“Studio 397 developed an advanced next-generation graphics engine,” says Dom Duhan, Studio Head. “This includes day-to-night transitions, changes in weather conditions, as well as a dynamic race surface with rubber and debris accumulation. YEBIS’s advanced optical effects greatly enhanced the quality and immersion of our graphics, and we can see that we will continue to leverage it as we improve our graphics subsystem in the coming months and years.”

This is implemented in many areas of Le Mans Ultimate, such as weather conditions, debris on the windshield, realistic water flow, and puddles on the track. YEBIS post-effects contribute to the reality and dynamic visual expression in this racing environment through various optical enhancement and lighting effects, such as depth of field, motion blur, glare, and other realistic and immersive lens effects.

“YEBIS technology has its origins as a real-time simulation post-effects solution for automotive simulation games, making it excellent in compatibility with Studio 397’s experience in the genre,” notes Silicon Studio Corporation CEO Shinichiro Kajitani. “The harmonious fusion of our technology and developer experience allows the game’s visuals to reach their peak, effectively conveying the passion and dedication of both users and developers towards cars and racing. We believe it’s an exceptional game that won’t disappoint fans’ expectations.”

You can add Le Mans Ultimate to your wishlist on Steam by clicking here.

See you on the track!