machinima

/məˈʃɪnɪmə/

machinima means the rendering of computer-generated imagery using low-end (real time) 3D engines such as those found in video games, as opposed to the high-end, complex 3D engines used by professionals.

Among words judged in Lexicurio's Arena, machinima ranks #375 of 42,752 for Qualifying.

machinima is pronounced /məˈʃɪnɪmə/.

Etymology

Blend of machine + cinema.

noun

The rendering of computer-generated imagery using low-end (real time) 3D engines such as those found in video games, as opposed to the high-end, complex 3D engines used by professionals.
The genre of films created by such techniques.

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Words closest in meaning

By meaning, not spelling — each word's AI semantic fingerprint, nearest first.

cgi 53% match — To create visuals using computer-generated imagery; to apply visual effects. vs machinima →
cinematics 49% match — The use of cinematic techniques; production of material that will make effective cinema viewing. vs machinima →
videomicrograph 48% match — A video produced by videomicrography vs machinima →
demomaking 48% match — The creation of demos. vs machinima →
com 47% match — A player in a video game which is controlled by the computer rather than a human. vs machinima →
videoimaging 46% match — The production of video images vs machinima →
playblast 46% match — A low-resolution crude render of computer-generated imagery used in CGI production as a check for character and prop positioning and lighting placement. Curved surfaces are rendered as surfaces with low face count, i.e. faceted. vs machinima →
cinemaic 45% match — cinematic vs machinima →