Paul Hatton
Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine.
Latest articles by Paul Hatton
![Learn the workflow for KeyShot Web Viewer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FUvPM3TQVMsjoW9nT2ZtUR-320-80.jpg)
Learn the workflow for KeyShot Web Viewer
By Paul Hatton published
Using a renderer with a web browser.
![An artwork made using 3DCoat 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/v7fe6qKHNnwAaGachZJ9xL-320-80.jpg)
3DCoat 2024 review: attractive digital sculpting and texturing application stays relevant
By Paul Hatton published
Long-running 3D software gets a timely update (yes, including AI) in 3DCoat 2024.
![Move Live](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sWZ7tdWBYRAwsuLqLon7eG-320-80.jpg)
Move AI's markerless mocap tech is dominating everything, from Grimes to EA Sports games
By Paul Hatton published
Move AI's Brian Bosché reveals how Move's mocap AI tools are being used.
![Godot Engine vs Unity; prince of persia vs cassette beasts](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XtWfTrwfdRYRpk28kU52Wk-320-80.jpg)
Godot vs GameMaker: which is the right game engine for you?
By Paul Hatton published
We put two popular game engines head-to-head.
![A screenshot from Substance 3D Painter 10.0](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j28XBq9mYHhJGaXW83deU5-320-80.jpg)
Substance 3D Painter 10.0 review: one new feature keeps it a must-have
By Paul Hatton published
Substance 3D gets a little update, as a treat.
![GameMaker: everything you need to know about the ultimate 2D game engine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H5jCDBji7YU5iVkjH3gN9W-320-80.jpg)
GameMaker: everything you need to know about the ultimate 2D game engine
By Paul Hatton published
Explaining the beginner-friendly 2D game engine.
![MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hM4ddqeeU58wSBXfqFvDZ7-320-80.jpg)
MSI Raider GE78 HX review: gaming laptop that delivers the good stuff
By Paul Hatton last updated
A gaming PC that delivers the specs but has a fan that is too often in overdrive.
![AOC GAMING 27G4XE](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HhX26hwSZADD7kHQFGeTxi-320-80.jpg)
AOC GAMING 27G4XE review: this gaming monitor is a quality budget bargain
By Paul Hatton last updated
This 1080p IPS display with 180Hz refresh rate delivers surprisingly great results.
![Godot Engine vs Unity; prince of persia vs cassette beasts](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XtWfTrwfdRYRpk28kU52Wk-320-80.jpg)
Godot Engine vs Unity: which is right for you?
By Paul Hatton published
We put two popular game engines head-to-head.
![Anthropics PortraitPro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JsTxJYy2JzKybJ7CbYssfE-320-80.png)
Anthropics PortraitPro review: Photoshop editing tools on steroids
By Paul Hatton published
Anthropics PortraitPro offers photography editing tools that are easy to use and surprisingly effective.
![Godot Engine: everything you need to know; two anime characters hold an umbrella](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RENbf3NuwUgG4afPS25jwh-320-80.jpg)
Godot Engine: everything you need to know about the free indie game toolset
By Paul Hatton published
Explaining Godot Engine, the free open-source game creator platform.
![Dell Precision 7780](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GkVsBTYySo5ctnoPqgX7GN-320-80.jpg)
Dell Precision 7780 review: Unbeatable power with a sizeable display
By Paul Hatton published
A powerhouse of a laptop that is perfect for creative professionals
![Move Live](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sWZ7tdWBYRAwsuLqLon7eG-320-80.jpg)
This AI tech has me rethinking the future of motion tracking
By Paul Hatton published
Move Live is transforming live performances and shopping experiences like never before
![Outpost animation techniques for Paramount's Knuckles TV series](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DAjUbtMbLuqNWFJbv5VStD-320-80.jpg)
Pro animation advice from the team behind Paramount Pictures' Knuckles
By Paul Hatton published
Outpost's animation supervisors, Oliver Dale and Peta Bayley, as well as creature supervisor Dan Zelcs share their insights.
![Modo 17.0 review; models and animations made in a 3D software](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/un9VGhd8rD4fn4v6TKETrL-320-80.jpg)
Modo 17 review: a fast 3D design software with promise
By Paul Hatton published
Now with OctaneRender.
![RenderMan 26 review; a 3D model of a lizard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ggFN7CnSANZEtbRYLvvzE6-320-80.jpg)
RenderMan 26 review: improved XPU and AI features continue to impress
By Paul Hatton published
Pixar's render software will make your life easier.
![Using RADiCAL plugin for Unreal Engine to motion capture an animated character, by Paul Hatton](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bdfKryVnKdhXijbXPnfqvB-320-80.jpg)
How to animate a character with mocap
By Paul Hatton published
Paul Hatton transfers motion-capture data to a digital character model using RADiCAL Live with Unreal Engine 5.2.
![Using a 3D scanner to create a digital scan of a bust of a head, by Paul Hatton](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8zB83QPXxmmEArbEWfWpYX-320-80.jpg)
How to use a handheld 3D scanner
By Paul Hatton published
A simple workflow for capturing a perfect 3D scan.
![A picture of Revopoint MIRACO](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kK8uyTh79QzmhCxnLWYxwj-320-80.jpg)
Revopoint MIRACO review: the new king of 3D scanners?
By Paul Hatton published
Incredibly accurate and a delight to use, the Revopoint MIRACO is a sure hit for pro users.
![AI will change filmmaking; a girl on a cloudy background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ghf35ongrKebQEJfmHkwC5-320-80.jpg)
The future of AI in filmmaking - from storyboard to screen
By Paul Hatton published
Lightricks CEO, Zeev Farbman, shares his insights into this controversial subject.
![AI tools in filmmaking; a robot walks in a ruined city](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LMTYPwNzrBQeC6Pex9NSNX-320-80.jpg)
The best AI tools for filmmaking right now
By Paul Hatton published
AI is changing the film industry beyond recognition. Find out which tools are changing it the most.
![Blackmagic Fusion Studio 19 screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RNcSkoXSTxCtNuCNkFmHcH-320-80.jpg)
Blackmagic Fusion Studio 19 review: VFX software goes from strength to strength
By Paul Hatton published
Rotoscoping improvements, AI-powered tracking, and better USD support make this a definite step in the right direction.
![MSI Vector 16 HX](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9ENN3oYSr4henceughj7MB-320-80.jpg)
MSI Vector 16 HX review: a powerful gaming laptop with sub-standard construction
By Paul Hatton published
The 16-inch display with extra height is perfect for gaming, although fan noise can get annoying.
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