Flares Studio is a GPU-accelerated OpenFX plugin for professional compositing workflows. It uses your system's modern graphics API, including DirectX, Metal, or Vulkan, to deliver responsive previews and high-quality renders.
Minimum System Requirements
Operating System
Windows 10 or newer (64-bit)
macOS (Intel or Apple silicon)
Linux Rocky 8/9 (Nuke only)
CPU & Memory
64-bit Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon CPU
Quad-core CPU or higher recommended
16 GB RAM recommended
8 GB RAM minimum
Graphics Card (GPU)
Modern NVIDIA or AMD GPU
Apple Silicon Macs are supported
Dedicated GPU recommended for demanding projects
Minimum: 4 GB VRAM
Recommended: 8 GB or more VRAM
Graphics Drivers
Current NVIDIA Studio or Game Ready drivers
Current AMD Adrenalin Edition drivers
Latest macOS updates for Apple and AMD graphics support
DirectX 12, Metal, or Vulkan-capable graphics environment required
Integrated GPUs may work for lighter projects, but a dedicated GPU is recommended for reliable performance with high-resolution renders and complex lens systems.