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Zero Density Reality
Amstelveen, Netherlands
What it is
Zero Density Reality 5 is a real-time graphics platform for virtual studios, augmented and extended reality, on-air graphics, and videowall production. Its workflow brings together Unreal Engine ZD Version, NODOS, and Reality Hub for content creation, compositing, and live playout. NODOS is a node-based compositor that handles real-time video input/output and logic processing separately from Unreal Engine. Reality Hub offers browser-based control; shop bundles specify Chrome or Edge on a modern computer without a client installation. The Lino workflow lets designers make graphic templates for reuse across shows and channels. Reality Hub can ingest data from web services, databases, XLSX files, and CSV files, and the platform supports newsroom, automation, and custom integrations. NODOS lists tracking protocol support for FreeD, Xync, Mo-Sys, Stype, and Telemetrics. Eligible SOHO, academic, and self-learning applicants may seek no-cost access through the Open Studio License Program, subject to approval and program conditions. Paid bundles include On-Air Graphics at $4,888 a year and Augmented Reality at $16,992 a year; bundle capabilities and limits vary.
For and against
For
- Combines content creation, compositing, and live playout.
- Browser-based control through Reality Hub.
- Reusable graphic templates through the Lino workflow.
- NODOS lists five tracking protocols.
Against
- Open Studio access requires eligibility and approval.
- Paid bundles have different channel and render limits.
- Open Studio licenses exclude support unless separately purchased.
The verdict
Reality 5 combines graphics, compositing, and live control in a production workflow, with browser control and data integrations. Review bundle limits and Open Studio conditions to see which access route fits the intended use.
Who it suits
Reality 5 suits production teams creating virtual studio, AR or XR, on-air graphics, or videowall content. Its Open Studio program may suit eligible SOHO, academic, and self-learning applicants, subject to approval and conditions.
Plans and prices
Open Studio License Program
eligibility and approval required · SOHO under $1,000,000 annual gross revenue, academic, or self-learning use · self-learning is non-commercial
Read 30 Sep 2026 · zerodensity.io
Reality 5 On-Air Graphics Bundle
single-channel graphics engine · one render output channel · Reality Hub LE runs on same system as Reality 5
Read 30 Sep 2026 · shop.zerodensity.io
Reality 5 Designer Bundle
design workstation bundle · Reality Hub LE · resolutions depend on available hardware
Read 30 Sep 2026 · shop.zerodensity.io
Reality 5 Backdrop Virtual Studio Bundle
single-camera green screen workflows · one HD render · cannot place virtual elements in front of talent
Read 30 Sep 2026 · shop.zerodensity.io
Reality 5 Augmented Reality Bundle
single-camera AR productions · one HD render · Reality Hub LE runs on same system as Reality 5 Core Engine
Read 30 Sep 2026 · shop.zerodensity.io
On the record
- Company
- Zero Density says it began in Türkiye in 2014 and serves 72 countries across six continents; its stated headquarters address is in Izmir, Turkey.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Compositing
- NODOS is a node-based compositor for real-time video I/O and logic processing, running separately from Unreal Engine to handle media processing.docs.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Free access
- The Open Studio License Program offers the software ecosystem at no cost to eligible SOHO, academic, and self-learning applicants, subject to approval and program conditions.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Graphics templates
- The Lino workflow lets designers build a graphic once as a template for reuse across shows and channels.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Hardware compatibility
- The shop listings describe SDI video I/O using AJA Corvid or Blackmagic Design DeckLink hardware, with supported models subject to the documentation.shop.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Integrations
- Reality Hub can ingest data from web services, databases, XLSX files, and CSV files, and the platform supports newsroom integrations, automation, and custom integrations.shop.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- Reality 5 is a real-time graphics platform for virtual studios, augmented reality, extended reality, on-air graphics, and videowall production.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Security and privacy
- Zero Density’s privacy notice says it stores information in cloud servers in Europe and local office servers, with some data for US and Turkey operations stored outside the EEA.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Support
- Paid shop bundles include unlimited ticket support through the Zero Density Shop Dashboard, while Open Studio licenses do not include support unless purchased separately.shop.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Tracking
- NODOS lists support for FreeD, Xync, Mo-Sys, Stype, and Telemetrics tracking protocols.docs.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Trial
- Zero Density says self-learning users cannot use their access in a company and invites users seeking to test the software in production to request trial licenses through its contact form.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Web control
- Reality Hub provides browser-based control, and the shop bundles specify Chrome or Edge on a modern computer without a client installation.shop.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
- Workflow
- The platform combines Unreal Engine ZD Version, NODOS, and Reality Hub in a workflow spanning content creation, compositing, and live playout.docs.zerodensity.io · read 30 Sep 2026
