Runway Gen 3 is Crazy! Runway AI Tutorial

Introduction

Runway Gen 3 has released its latest version to the public, and the internet is buzzing with excitement over the astonishingly realistic videos being generated. In this article, I'll take you through the basics of using Runway Gen 3, demonstrate prompting techniques, and share tips for making the most of this powerful tool—all while highlighting some fun aspects of video generation.

Getting Started with Runway Gen 3

Accessing Runway Gen 3

To access Runway Gen 3, head over to runwayml.com. Once you're there, log in to get started. Keep in mind that this tool is not free and can be quite expensive. The standard plan costs $ 15 per month, providing about 625 credits. Generating one second of video costs 10 cents, and you can only generate clips in either 5-second or 10-second increments. That means it will cost around 50 cents to $ 1 per generation.

How the Credit System Works

Understanding the credit system is crucial for managing costs. Here’s a detailed look at the pricing:

• 1 second of generation: $ 0.10
• 5 seconds of generation: $ 0.50
• 10 seconds of generation: $ 1.00

I've already spent some money to demonstrate to you how it works effectively.

Generating Your First Video

After logging in, navigate to the Gen 3 Alpha section. Now, let's generate our first video. I recommend starting by clicking the "Guide" to understand the structure and streamline your prompts. For example: