SeedVR2 Video Upscaler
Connect Claude, Cursor, VS Code, or Codex to Layer’s MCP server and SeedVR2 Video Upscaler becomes a tool your agent can reach for — it picks the parameters, runs the generation, and shows you the result in the conversation.
https://mcp.app.layer.ai/mcpAsk your agent
“Use SeedVR2 Video Upscaler to animate a torch-lit dungeon corridor with a slow dolly forward.”
execute_forge({
"base_model_id": "seed-vr-upscale-video",
"prompt": "A torch-lit dungeon corridor, slow dolly forward",
"batch_size": 1
})Authenticate with a personal access token, post the model’s own form, and poll the inference until it completes. Every field below is accepted by this endpoint.
# Start the generation — returns an inference id straight away.
curl -X POST https://api.app.layer.ai/api/v2/workspaces/$WORKSPACE_ID/base-models/bytedance-seedvr-upscale-video/inferences \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $LAYER_TOKEN" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"guidance_file_init_video": [
{
"url": "https://example.com/input.png"
}
]
}'
# Poll until status is "complete" — the response then carries the asset URLs.
curl https://api.app.layer.ai/api/v2/workspaces/$WORKSPACE_ID/inferences/$INFERENCE_ID \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $LAYER_TOKEN"- quality enumdefault XHIGH4 options
- Higher levels render more detail, and can take longer and cost more.
- seed integer
- The starting point for the model's randomness. The same seed and settings give the same result.
- upscale_factor enumdefault 22, 4, 8
- How many times larger the output is than the source.
- creativity number0–1
- How much new detail the model may invent. Higher can drift from the source.
- guidance_file_init_video file[]required
- The video to modify
Why use SeedVR2 Video Upscaler for video?
High clarity upscaling optimized for wide field of view and VR style imagery
SeedVR2 Image Upscaler restores sharpness and detail across panoramic or wide angle shots. It is ideal for gameplay captures, VR scenes, and horizontal UA creatives that need clear edges and consistent detail across the whole frame.
Strong noise reduction with clean texture recovery
The model removes compression noise, blur, and grain while preserving natural texture. SeedVR2 is especially useful for cleaning up gameplay frames, environment shots, or older assets where detail has been lost.
Stable shape and geometry preservation during large upscales
SeedVR2 keeps silhouettes, lines, and object contours consistent even at aggressive upscale ratios. This makes it reliable for upscaling character shots, environmental panoramas, or UI forward compositions without distortion.
Upscaling gameplay footage for UA and promotional frames
Increase clarity on wide angle gameplay captures, VR scenes, or camera pulled back shots. SeedVR2 helps frames stay readable at mobile sizes, which improves UA performance and visual impact.
Cleaning and enhancing environment images for LiveOps event art
Sharpen environmental backdrops, scene panoramas, or biome concepts while removing noise. SeedVR2 is ideal for preparing wide aspect backgrounds for event banners and themed content cycles.
Improving character and item clarity in low resolution screenshots
Restore crisp detail on characters, ability effects, or items captured from in game footage. The model enhances edges and textures while keeping proportions intact, making it strong for shop assets or mid production references.
FAQ
How much does SeedVR2 Video Upscaler cost? Is it free?+
How does Layer's pricing work?+
There are no seat fees, feature gates, or plans on Layer. Instead, our platform uses a consumption based system with Creative Units (CUs) with a flexible monthly subscription. Every generation on Layer (image, video, 3D, or audio) consumes a Creative Unit, and you only pay for what you create.
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