FX BackPack - Discovery Pack - VDB Sequences for Blender Users
Added 2025-02-11 10:50:51 +0000 UTCA sample of all currently available collections
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PLEASE BE AWARE - this is an evolving product that will most likely receive updates in the future. Also, we might include more assets, swap them or add additional functions (shaders, new blender scenes, add-ons, etc - this will depend on your feedback and wishes).
Buying this product grants you access to future update - if you don't want miss out, either join our Discord, follow us on socials (@fxbackpack) or share your email with us at purchase, we will notify you when updates are available.
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT FOR 2025?
- Blender Add-On
- many additional packs (Smoke Walls, Smoke Shockwaves, Engine Thrusts, Flame Thrower, Fire Balls, Smoke Jets, Ground Fire, Camp Fire, Tornados, Smoke Trails, Smoke Bursts & much more)
- Tips and Tricks about VFX & Blender
Update 25/01/2025 : ADD-ON v1.0.0
This a pre-release version to help you manage your assets. A few clicks and you'd be good to go!
The Discovery Pack is your gateway to the FX BackPack collection, offering a curated sample from our range of high-quality FX simulations. Each simulation is designed for efficiency and accessibility, making it easy to import, render, and integrate into your projects—whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional. The VDB sequences come with a .blend file ready for rendering, including a variety of shaders.
This pack includes:
- VDB sequences for flexible 3D use
- 2K ProRes MOV files with alpha channels for quick compositing
As we release new collections, the Discovery Pack will be updated with fresh samples, ensuring you always have access to our latest creations. Whether you’re looking for dramatic explosions, atmospheric smoke, or magical FX, this pack is the perfect starting point to elevate your work.
Join the FX BackPack community and experience the power of accessible, efficient simulations tailored for Blender users. Download the Discovery Pack today and see how much time and energy you can save!
This currently includes following assets :
Window Fire Vol.1 - VAR02
Facade Fire Vol.1 - VAR07
Pole Fire Vol.1 - VAR05
Smoke Bombs Vol.1 - VAR00
Smoke Impacts Vol.1 - VAR04
Smoke Plumes Vol.1 - VAR00
Our packs are also available on our BlenderMarket store!
If you are seeking for help, have feedback or questions, or want to try out a specific asset, make sure to join our Discord or contact us.
Thank you for downloading the FX BackPack: Discovery Pack!
UPDATE 29/07/2025 :
- Add-On 1.0.7
- new shader system FXBP_VOLUME_1.1
-assets in pre-release
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Unzip this folder and move it where you'd like. Do not touch its structure if you want to use the Add-On.
The add-on will scan a root path (where you copied it to ex: C:\Documents\FX_BACKPACK) and populate the drop downs and menu based on what it finds in there.
The discovery pack will set the expected folder structure by the add-on right away, this is your gateway to easy FX elements.
If you want to try out a particular asset from our collections, please reach out to us via email or socials.
For updates, new releases, and support:
Visit our BlenderMarket store.
Join our community on Discord here.
Enjoy the Discovery Pack and explore the full potential of FX BackPack
Using the FXBP Add-on
Installation
In Blender, go to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons
Click Install from Disk and select the latest add-on file (FXBP Add-on X.X.X)
Enable it from the list
The add-on is available in the Discovery Pack, bundled with VDB packs, or as a standalone download.
Setting the FXBP Path
After installation, set the FXBP Root Folder Path — this is where you extracted your FXBP packs or the Discovery Pack.
Example folder structure:
FXBP (root folder)
• FIRE
• SMOKE
• FXBP_VOLUME.blend
The Discovery Pack includes this correct structure by default.
Adding New Packs
When you buy a new FXBP pack, it follows the same folder structure.
You don’t need to enter subfolders or move files manually — simply drop the entire extracted pack into your FXBP root folder.
It will automatically populate the correct category (FIRE, SMOKE, etc.) and appear in the add-on.
Asset Detection
The add-on scans the root folder and subfolders for recognized FXBP assets.
Renaming files or folders will prevent detection — keep assets as originally extracted or use the Discovery Pack to restore proper naming.
Updating
If upgrading the add-on, restart Blender after installation.
Once your FXBP path is set, you can save the Default Startup File so Blender remembers it.
Shaders
Place the latest FXBP_VOLUME.blend shader in the root folder.
If multiple versions are present, the add-on automatically uses the newest one.
This shader is the standard FXBP material for all assets.!
