Free Explosion VFX Assets for CG, Games & VFX Projects
Yo, what’s up? I’m Ammar Khan, the dreamer behind CGHEVEN. I used to binge John Wick shootouts and Mad Max explosions, my laptop wheezing like a Star Wars TIE fighter, craving epic VFX. Our 19 free explosion VFX assets will make your Blender scenes detonate like Avengers!
What Is CGHEVEN?
CGHEVEN is my 2025 love letter to creators, packed with over 1000 CC0 assets—explosions, clouds, HDRIs—for films and games. No signup, no paywalls, just pure VFX vibes. I built this for dreamers like us.
As a broke student, I couldn’t afford pro assets. Now, I’m hooking you up with free, Hollywood-grade explosions. How killer is that?
Check out our VFX page to dive into the chaos!
Why We Give Free Explosion VFX Assets
At CGHEVEN, epic VFX shouldn’t cost a fortune. Our 19 explosion assets are 100% CC0, so you can use ‘em for personal or client gigs, no strings attached. I made these to spark your creativity, yo!
I remember crashing my rig trying to sim explosions. Grab these free VFX at VFX. Ain’t that a banger?
Support our Patreon to keep the freebies rolling. Your love fuels my dream!
What Are Explosion VFX Assets?
Explosion VFX assets, like VDBs or flipbooks, are pre-baked effects for fiery blasts or smoky shockwaves. They’re lightweight, work in Blender, Houdini, or Unreal, and give that Mad Max destruction vibe. I used to fry my PC on sims—these saved my sanity!
Perfect for cinematic films or game cutscenes, they’re easy to customize. Our collection’s built for John Wick-style chaos or Halo battles. How dope is that?
Let’s break down our 19 explosion VFX assets for 2025!
Free CC0 Explosion VFX Collection
Our 19 explosion VFX assets, released May 16–31, 2025, include gas explosions, dust blasts, and cannon sparks, all CC0 and ready at CGHEVEN’s VFX. I poured my heart into these for your epic shots!
No signup, multi-platform, and free. Below, I’m diving into each asset’s unique vibe—gas explosions, dust, and cannon sparks. Ready to blow up your scenes?
Gas Explosion VFX Assets
These frontal gas explosions deliver massive, cinematic blasts. They turned my trailer into an Avengers destruction fest. Perfect for intense film or game moments.
Free at VFX. Set density to 0.3–0.5 for explosive impact. You feeling that chaos?
Gas Explosion 01 – Front
This frontal gas explosion screams Hollywood action. It gave my film that Transformers fiery blast vibe. Crank density to 0.5 for massive impact.
Gas Explosion 02 – Front
A frontal blast for epic game cutscenes. It turned my sci-fi scene into a Halo explosion stunner. Use density at 0.4 for bold effects.
Gas Explosion 03 – Front
This frontal explosion rocks cinematic destruction. It made my trailer feel like Mad Max chaos. Set density to 0.45 for fiery impact.
Gas Explosion 04 – Front
A frontal gas explosion with intense power. It gave my action short that John Wick blast vibe. Use density at 0.4 for vivid bursts.
Gas Explosion 05 – Front
This frontal blast nails cinematic chaos. It turned my game trailer into a Battlefield stunner. Set density to 0.4 for explosive vibes.
Gas Explosion 06 – Front
A frontal explosion for epic film moments. It gave my trailer that Dune fiery chaos. Crank density to 0.45 for massive impact.
Gas Explosion 07 – Front
This frontal gas explosion screams intense shots. It made my short feel like an Avengers blast. Use density at 0.5 for vivid impact.
Dust Explosion VFX Asset
This dust explosion brings gritty, cinematic chaos. It turned my indie short into a Mad Max desert blast. Perfect for film or game destruction.
Free at VFX. Set density to 0.3 for smoky, dusty vibes. How sick is that?
Dust Explosion 01 – Top
This top-down dust blast nails gritty action scenes. It gave my trailer that Fury Road desert vibe. Use density at 0.3 for smoky chaos.
Shockwave Smoke VFX Assets
These shockwave smoke assets add cinematic depth to explosions. They made my game cutscene feel like Call of Duty’s intense battles. Ideal for dynamic angles.
Grab ‘em free at VFX. Use density at 0.2–0.4 for smoky flair. You loving that?
Shockwave Smoke 01 – Top
This top-down shockwave adds gritty game vibes. It turned my trailer into a Battlefield stunner. Set density to 0.3 for smoky depth.
Shockwave Smoke 01 – Side
A side-angle shockwave for dynamic shots. It gave my film that Halo battle vibe. Use density at 0.35 for bold smoke effects.
Shockwave Smoke 01 – FPV
This FPV shockwave nails immersive game shots. It made my trailer feel like Call of Duty chaos. Crank density to 0.4 for intense vibes.
Cannon Spark VFX Assets
These cannon sparks bring fiery, cinematic flair to battles. They turned my sci-fi short into a Star Wars dogfight. Perfect for explosive film or game shots.
Free at VFX. Set emission to 3–5 for sparkling chaos. How epic is that?
Cannon Spark 01 – Side
This side-angle spark screams sci-fi action. It gave my short that Star Wars blaster vibe. Use emission at 3 for fiery sparks.
Cannon Spark 01 – Off-Centre
An off-centre spark for dynamic shots. It made my game trailer feel like Halo chaos. Set emission to 3.5 for bold flares.
Cannon Spark 01 – Front
This frontal spark rocks cinematic battles. It turned my film into a Transformers firefight. Crank emission to 4 for vivid sparks.
Cannon Spark 01 – FPV
An FPV spark for immersive game shots. It gave my trailer that Call of Duty intensity. Use emission at 4.5 for wild energy.
Cannon Spark 02 – FPV
This FPV spark nails sci-fi chaos. It made my game cutscene feel like Destiny 2 action. Set emission to 4 for fiery flair.
Cannon Spark 02 – Front
A frontal spark for epic film shots. It turned my short into a Star Wars blaster fest. Use emission at 3.5 for vivid sparks.
Cannon Spark 02 – Off-Centre
This off-centre spark adds dynamic game vibes. It gave my trailer that Halo battle energy. Crank emission to 4 for bold flares.
Cannon Spark 03 – Off-Centre
An off-centre spark for cinematic chaos. It made my film feel like Mad Max destruction. Set emission to 4.5 for intense sparks.
How to Use Explosion VFX in Blender
Open Blender 3.6+ and yeet that default cube. For VDBs (like gas explosions), go File > Import > Volume (dot vdb). For flipbooks (like cannon sparks), use Add > Image > Images as Planes. I botched my first import—check your file path, yo!
For VDBs, add a Principled Volume node to Material Output’s Volume input, set density (0.3–0.5), and use orange scatter for explosions. For flipbooks, use Transparent BSDF with alpha plugged into Alpha input, emission at 3–5.
Add a Sun Light (5000K) and an HDRI from CGHEVEN. Use Cycles for VDBs, Eevee for flipbooks, and hit F12. Your explosions will slay like John Wick!
Render Tips for Killer Explosion VFX
- Density (0.3–0.5) for VDB explosions; emission (3–5) for flipbook sparks.
- Use Cycles for VDBs, Eevee for flipbooks for faster renders.
- High samples (256+) for smooth, cinematic VDB explosions.
- Low step rate (0.05) for crisp volumetric details.
- Test with 128 samples to save render time.
CGHEVEN Explosion VFX Collection (2025)
| Asset Name | Type | Price | License |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Explosion 01 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 02 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 03 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 04 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 05 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 06 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Gas Explosion 07 – Front | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Dust Explosion 01 – Top | Volumetric Explosion | Free | CC0 |
| Shockwave Smoke 01 – Top | Volumetric Smoke | Free | CC0 |
| Shockwave Smoke 01 – Side | Volumetric Smoke | Free | CC0 |
| Shockwave Smoke 01 – FPV | Volumetric Smoke | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 01 – Side | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 01 – Off-Centre | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 01 – Front | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 01 – FPV | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 02 – FPV | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 02 – Front | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 02 – Off-Centre | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
| Cannon Spark 03 – Off-Centre | Flipbook Spark | Free | CC0 |
FAQ
What are explosion VFX assets used for?
They’re volumetric VDBs or flipbooks for cinematic blasts or sparks in films and games. Perfect for Blender, Houdini, or Unreal. Think Mad Max chaos!
Are CGHEVEN’s explosion VFX really free?
Yup, 100% free and CC0! No signup, no hidden fees. Use ‘em for personal or commercial projects, no attribution needed.
Which software supports these assets?
VDBs work in Blender, Houdini, and Unreal; flipbooks in Blender, After Effects, or Unreal. Check CGHEVEN for setup tips!
Why is my explosion VFX blurry?
For VDBs, lower step rate to 0.05 and crank samples to 256+ in Cycles. For flipbooks, ensure alpha’s connected and use Eevee for crisp renders.
Can I use these for commercial projects?
Absolutely! CC0 means you can use all assets in client work, games, or films. No restrictions, just create!
Ready to blow up your scenes? Grab 19 free explosion VFX assets at CGHEVEN’s VFX. Back our Patreon for more VFX love!
