Kynogon

Background

Kynogon was a computer software company that provided AI middleware to the video game and simulation industries. Founded in France in 2000 by Pierre Pontevia and Jacques Gaubil, this company developed its video game engine Kynapse and maintained partnerships with console makers (Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo) in the video game industry. While in the simulation industry, it partnered with MAK Technologies and developed BHave, a plug-in to VR-Forces CGF. This company was also a member of Epic Games's integrated partner program.

In February 2008, Autodesk acquired the company. Later in 2011, its flagship product, Kynapse, was re-engineered and retitled Autodesk Navigation. Autodesk Navigation later being discontinued in July 2017.

Logo (February 20, 2007)

Visuals: There is an orange maze with lines sticking out on the top-left and bottom-right. Below is the company name, "kynogon", with its small slogan "no mind no game" below.

Technique: A still, digital graphic.

Audio: None.

Availability: The logo is only seen on Crackdown.