The update includes a DirectX 9 graphics engine, a completely rewritten C++ client and server, and a new game editor for high performance modern graphics with customizable shaders, and an even friendlier and more responsive editing environment. Realm Crafter 2 will feature Dynamic lighting, Bloom & Tone Mapping, Normal and parallax mapping, Dynamic Shadows, Realistic Water with waves, ripples and reflections, Customizable GUI, and more.