Digital Domain returned to create spectacular visuals for the sequel to the 2009 movie. Led by VFX supervisor Thad Beier, Digital Domain created vehicles and aircraft that looked spectacular yet retained plausibility. The team created HISS tanks, Zeus Satellite, intercontinental Ballistic Missile, Cobra commander's dual-jet-engine-powered helicopter and a weaponized exploding motorcycle. Digital Domain artists evolved and artfully redeveloped the "nanomites" for a transformative reveal.