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Ashif Ali | CGHOW

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Ashif Ali, Lead VFX Artist for #MortalKombat1 and Founder of #CGHOW ๐Ÿ‘‰Free Tutorials - http://youtube.com/cghow #UE5Niagara #UE5 https://throne.com/cghow

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Tutorial - youtu.be/dhgRINBVOZw
Create a Healing Spell in UE5.5: Ultimate Niagara VFX Tutorial โœจ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ
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22.02.2026 05:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleashing the #VolatileShadowPulse! ๐Ÿ˜ˆ So excited to share this dark fantasy VFX. It's a blend of abyssal runes, a pulsating corrupt core, rising shadow tendrils, a distortion wave, & void particle debris for that layered, volatile impact!

#GameVFX #RealtimeVFX #VFXBreakdown #DarkFantasy

22.02.2026 05:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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UE5 Lava Material in 5 Minutes
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18.02.2026 13:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/1m_fV3tZlWE
Create a Stylized Magic Orb in UE5.5 | Niagara VFX Tutorial ๐Ÿ”ฎโœจ
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17.02.2026 13:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unveiling my new stylized #VFX: Mystic Plasma Aura! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’™ Experience the dynamic interplay of a swirling plasma core, ethereal wake, and crackling lightning arcs. Ready for a MOBA! #GameVFX #RealtimeVFX #StylizedArt #VFXArtist

17.02.2026 13:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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UE5 Burning Decal Material Tutorial
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17.02.2026 13:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/fzMIfd36HvY
Breakdown - Stylized Water Shield in UE5.4 Niagara
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15.02.2026 05:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleash the 'Toxic Lightning Barrier'! ๐Ÿงชโšก๏ธ Had a blast crafting this stylized Hero Shooter VFX with corrosive ground, buzzing neon energy, jagged lightning, noxious plumes & floating warning glyphs. So much fun bringing it to life!

#GameVFX #VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX #StylizedArt

15.02.2026 05:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleashing the 'Spectral Obsidian Dome' VFX! ๐Ÿ’Ž Loved crafting this stylized, MOBA-like effect by layering void decals, obsidian facets, ghostly swirls, sharp highlights, and floating shards. So satisfying! โœจ

#GameVFX #StylizedVFX #VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX

14.02.2026 05:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/wgTmII1o6Ck
Unreal Engine 5.5 - Creating Realistic Smoke Particles: Quick Niagara Tutorial ๐ŸŒซ๏ธ๐Ÿ’จ
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14.02.2026 05:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/m7Kk52DJln8
Unreal Engine 5.5 - Stylized Water Effects: Step-by-Step Niagara Tutorial ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’ง
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10.02.2026 13:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleash the magic! โœจ Here's my latest VFX: Mystic Fire Blast, a stylized RPG spell. Loved building this dynamic effect with 5 unique layers, from glowing sigils to rising runes. What do you think?

#GameVFX #VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX #StylizedVFX

10.02.2026 13:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unreal Engine 5 Tutorial: Create a Cursed Mist VFX
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10.02.2026 13:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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UE5 Niagara Tutorial: Vertical Beam & Impact FX
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02.02.2026 13:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/h-SkKakmlwQ
UE5 Niagara - Quick Tip: Master Curl Noise for VFX ๐ŸŒ€๐Ÿ’จ
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31.01.2026 04:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Just created this new VFX! #GameDev #VFX

31.01.2026 04:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Volumetric Fire Ring in Unreal Engine 5 Niagara Tutorial
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27.01.2026 14:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/wt0sHkD4E28
Ultimate UE5 Ground Crack Tutorial: Add Depth with Parallax in 5 Mins โšก
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26.01.2026 05:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleash the power of the Cursed Fire Dome! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Thrilled to share this stylized MOBA-inspired shield, a 5-layer blend of abyssal runes, magma, and shadow flames. So much fun crafting this!

#GameVFX #StylizedVFX #RealtimeVFX #VFXArtist

26.01.2026 05:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Video - youtu.be/U5cWFkq-Rh8
How to Create Impact Burst in Unreal Engine 5.5 Niagara: A Sneak Peek
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25.01.2026 04:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Chilly reveal! ๐Ÿฅถ My latest #GameVFX: 'Ancient Frost Zone'! This stylized, MOBA-like piece features a dynamic Frost Wake Trail, glowing Ancient Ice Core, mystical Runic Orbit, ethereal Snow Motes, and a crisp Leading Edge Glow. Such a blast to create! #VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX #Gamedev

25.01.2026 04:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Video - youtu.be/yKvs-2vJ8NM
Unreal Engine 5 - Create Jujutsu Kaisen Energy Effect in 5 Minutes!
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20.01.2026 14:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleashing Abyssal Rupture! ๐ŸŒŒ So excited to share my latest #GameVFX. Crafting this dark fantasy void effect involved layers of pulsing energy, swirling dark smoke, and volatile debris tearing through reality. Hope you feel the power!

#VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX #DarkFantasy #Void

20.01.2026 14:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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UE5 Fireball Tutorial: Advanced Niagara Ribbon Trails ๐Ÿ”ฅ
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20.01.2026 14:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Video - youtu.be/nrLrQO3JnKs
The Ultimate Energy Ball: Unreal Engine 5.5 Showcase
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18.01.2026 05:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ’ฅ Unleashing "Holographic Golden Impact"! My latest sci-fi/cyberpunk VFX packs a punch with layered hex grids, glitch halos, and digital data bursts. So much fun to craft!

#GameVFX #RealtimeVFX #Cyberpunk #VFXArtist

18.01.2026 05:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/lvsn5GzkAAw
In-Depth Breakdown of Shield Effects in Unreal Engine 5.5 Niagara
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17.01.2026 05:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleashing the #VolatileDarkBeam! ๐Ÿ˜ˆ Loved crafting this dark fantasy spell with 5 distinct layers. From the smoky Void Mist Sheath to jagged Energy Arcs, each element adds to its corrupted power. Check out the breakdown!

#GameVFX #RealtimeVFX #VFXArtist

17.01.2026 05:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Tutorial - youtu.be/DOrInX8wEcY
Unleash Your Power: Create Dragon Ball Z Energy Charge in Unreal Engine 5.4 Niagara!
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15.01.2026 14:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unleash the ๐Ÿ”ฅ "Infernal Obsidian Zone"! Crafting this dark fantasy #GameVFX was a blast, combining cracked magma, obsidian spikes, rising heat, smoke, & embers. A peek into the layers!

#VFXArtist #RealtimeVFX #DarkFantasy

15.01.2026 14:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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