Software methods and tools are extremely expensive today. As with any hard work, software development should be well paid.
This is why the coolest software that delivers gorgeous animation, all the computer-aided design capabilities that are indistinguishable from reality in gaming environments, are expensive. Of course, most of the software also has so-called free versions, however, they are often made only in order to lure and force people to give money for full versions.
The software is created by some of the largest software vendors in the world. However, professionals use expensive software all over the place because they know they can make much more than they paid for it. So, we present to you top 10 most expensive software in the world. You might be interested in the article 10 of the most expensive car simulators on the market.
10. Auto CAD
Cost: $ 9,500
A well-known and very handy computer-aided design program. It is used by engineers and architects. This software is developed by Autodesk, it is now constantly being improved and updated. The program is suitable for 2D and 3D design, and, among other things, has a student version.
9. Autodesk Maya
Cost: $ 11,000
Animation and 3D graphics software developed by Autodesk... An interesting and unconventional name Maya - it comes from the Hindi script. The program runs on multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linus and MAC.
8. Adobe Acrobat Capture
Cost: $ 20,000
Although this program is currently not available for purchase, it has long been one of the most expensive software of its time. Now all tools and functions are available to users in Adobe reader and Acrobat Pro... Previously, the program was used to view and process PDF files.
7. Core Impact Pro
Cost: $ 50,000
If you explain in non-professional language, Core Impact Pro used mainly for security purposes. Designed to help track intrusion attempts and cyber attacks, it scans key data to determine if there is a security breach.
Of course, the use of this software justifies the cost. Check out the 10 most dangerous computer viruses of all time.
6. Softimage Face Robot
Cost: $ 95,000
Softimage Face Robot - 3D Graphics Software... It is used to make computer graphics and animated characters more realistic and vivid. The software is widely used in games and animation films to enhance computer faces and environments.
5. VxWorks RTOS
Cost: $ 199,000
This software was developed by Wind River Systems. VxWorks RTOS - real-time operating system. The software runs on computers running Linux. VxWorks RTOS designed for integrated systems. This program is widely used in all processors to integrate systems in such complex areas as:
- transport,
- spaceships,
- programmable controllers and robots,
- communication networks.
4. Source Engine
Cost: $ 200,000
3D game engine was produced by a corporation Valve. Source Engine created first-person games for filming. The game started it Counter strike about 9 years ago and then it was used in Half-life 2... In addition, there is also Source filmmakerwhich works with editing software in Source Engine... The tool was used in serials "Leave to die" and "Portal 2". Source Engine constantly updated and has several versions.
3. RenderWare
Cost: $ 250,000
The software is used in video games to create virtual worlds. The software was developed Criterion Games. RenderWare has gained recognition for providing suitable graphics solutions in programming for Playstation 2... The program works both on Windowsand on Apple and is used on different game consoles such as:
- Nintendo GameCube,
- Wii,
- Xbox 360,
- PlayStation 3.
The software is widely used by game developers.
2. Unreal Engine
Cost: $ 750,000
Unreal Engine Is a popular engine for shooting first-person games. Designed by Epic Games... To date, the latest edition of this program is Unreal Engine 4... The most commonly used software for games, working with C ++ code. It is also used to generate virtual environments for animation and various games. Due to its immense popularity, Unreal Engine was developed in a version for non-commercial use.
1. CryEngine
Cost: $ 1,200,000
CryEngine - software developed by Crytek ame... The program is the newest available for game development. It was originally created to showcase technology and later evolved into game software development. The last third edition was released in 2009.
The engine works both on Microsoft Windowsand on Xbox and Play Station 3... The software is constantly improving and evolving, which justifies the money invested in it. In 2010, a new demo version of the fourth edition was presented. Interesting fact: in 2011, thanks to a software update, it was used to train the navy using a virtual ship dock. A free version of the program is always available for non-commercial use.
