File:Mafia physx.jpg

In-game screenshots of Mafia II showing the PhysX-based particle effects.

Summary[edit]

Rationale for the fair use of this image in the article PhysX:

• No similar images have been released to the public domain
• The image demonstrates unique properties of the physics engine used in Mafia II
• The image is being used in an informative way and should not detract from the game
• The image is a small, web-resolution image (comprised of two individual screenshots for comparison reasons)
• The image is used to illustrate important characteristics of the game's physics engine, which conveys to the reader an idea of what they look like
• The image does not limit the copyright owner's ability to sell the video game.

Licensing[edit]

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