Lifelike & Believable is a consulting studio dedicated to creating believable presence in interactive systems. Whether in games, VR experiences, or live XR events, we help teams craft digital characters and immersive experiences that feel authentic, responsive, and emotionally resonant.
Our Philosophy
Presence is earned through authenticity: real-time responsiveness, subtle communication of intent, and the discipline of making your audience believe they're experiencing something genuine. We apply the principles learned from three decades spanning live performance, research, industry leadership, and immersive experiences to help your team build interactive systems where artistry and engineering work together in service of your creative vision.
What We Do
Comprehensive services for real-time character and animation development
Unreal Engine Expertise
Deep knowledge of Unreal Engine's animation and character systems, building robust solutions that scale with your project.
Real-Time Animation
Custom animation systems designed for real-time performance, from state machines to procedural animation.
Performance Capture
End-to-end solutions for real-time performance capture integration in Unreal Engine.
Technical Animation
Tools and systems that empower animators while maintaining technical excellence.
Gameplay Systems
Character-focused gameplay systems that feel responsive and polished.
Consulting
Architectural guidance and hands-on development support for your team.
Grounded in 30 Years of Experience
Our approach isn't based on trends or quick fixes. It comes from decades of research, shipped AAA games, pioneering live performance technology, and now immersive XR experiences. We understand what it takes to create presence at scale.
Learn about our journeyReady to create something with presence?
Let's discuss how we can help your next project succeed.
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