Autodesk at IBC 2025

Autodesk drew a lot of attention at IBC this year with the latest developments around Flame, their flagship finishing and VFX toolset. While many updates were already introduced earlier in the year, IBC was an opportunity to really see these tools in action, get a feel for how they slot into a modern workflow, and hear more about what’s coming next.

A key focus was on the new Match Grain node, which instantly resonated with finishing artists. It’s a deceptively simple addition, but one that solves a very real challenge: keeping composites consistent when combining footage from multiple sources. Instead of painstaking manual tweaks, Flame can now analyse a reference clip and replicate its grain profile automatically, making shots feel cohesive without slowing you down.

The Lens Distortion and STMap workflow also stood out at the show. Autodesk has completely rethought this toolset, giving artists more control whether they’re correcting distortion, recreating it for realism, or integrating third-party lens data. For anyone working in complex pipelines that move between Flame, grading systems, and dedicated tracking tools, this update streamlines a process that used to feel cumbersome.

IBC was also a chance to see the broader workflow improvements that Flame has rolled out. Background rendering is now available on macOS as well as Linux, which opens the door for more flexible deployment across teams. With NDI SDK 6 and 10-bit NDI support, high-quality remote monitoring is easier than ever — a must for hybrid and distributed production environments.

There was also plenty of talk about Flame’s machine learning tools. The Morph, Timewarp, and Inference nodes are maturing quickly, making it possible to automate or accelerate tasks that once ate into valuable time. Autodesk hinted at further developments coming later this year, so it’s worth keeping an eye on how these ML-driven tools evolve.

Perhaps most importantly, IBC reinforced that Flame continues to adapt to the needs of finishing artists working in high-pressure, high-demand environments. Whether it’s faster conforming, more flexible exports, or just removing those little frictions that slow a session down, Autodesk is clearly focused on making Flame not only powerful but practical.

For anyone already using Flame, these updates are going to make a tangible difference day to day. And for those considering investing in a finishing solution, IBC 2025 made it clear that Flame remains one of the most capable, forward-looking platforms available.

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