entity vs Mapping Matter

Entity is a C++ media server for live shows and installations, combining multi-layer video playback, projection mapping, and OSC control. It decodes and composites video in real time, offers frame-accurate seeking, and supports ProRes, HAP, and PNG sequences. Projection tools include anchor-point calibration, soft-edge blending, and persistent display identification through EDID. Its timeline handles clip, object-animation, and generative layers, with clips running at native frame rates. Layers can use ordered shader chains with nine built-in effects or custom HLSL effect packs. Entity supports inbound and outbound OSC and works with Bitfocus Companion for show control. The Community plan costs nothing and is GPLv3. Commercial shows may run without redistributing the engine. Entity is pre-release, with no signed installers; installation currently requires building from source. It runs on 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 with a DirectX 12 GPU. Audio playback is unsupported, and macOS and Linux ports have no ETA.

Mapping Matter has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.