Animation
In video games, “animation” breathes life into characters, objects, and worlds. It’s the magic behind how a hero leaps across rooftops, a boss roars menacingly, or a flag ripples in the wind. Using 2D or 3D techniques, animators create individual frames that flow seamlessly, crafting movement that’s both visually stunning and crucial for gameplay.
Whether it’s a subtle facial expression or a dynamic combat sequence, animation tells stories, conveys emotions, and immerses players in the game world. Think of it as the invisible dance that guides your character, making every action feel alive and responsive.
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Beyond The Money: What Is A AAA Game?
The terms “Indie game” and “AAA game” are ever-present in the gaming industry and yet their precise definition often remains somewhat elusive to us. While it’s often associated with high budgets, popular franchises, and critical acclaim, the reality of it is way more complex. In this article we want to provide you with a comprehensive… Read More…
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The Fear Of AI In The Game Industry: Is The Anxiety Justified?
With AI rapidly improving every day, the constant fear of it only gets greater with every passing minute. People have already lost their jobs on multiple occasions because of AI and it seems the panic only grows the more the algorithms get developed. While there has been a lot of restructuring and changes around various… Read More…
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Top 10 Video Game Movies & Series To See In 2024: From Sonic To Arcane
More and more movies and series about games are being released every year. While they used to have a rather bad reputation, the quality of those shows gets better and better. Here are our favorite shows over the decades. No matter if you want something new or old, animated or not… I am sure you… Read More…
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Designing Animals & Creatures – Know How To Differentiate Them
In design, it is very important to learn about your subjects. You need to know how they are built, where they come from and what makes them what they are. The same goes for animals. Knowing their skeletons & muscle structure, where their natural habitat is and their usual diet really helps you to design… Read More…
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Behind The Scenes: How Your Favorite Movies Turn Into Exciting Games
Most of us have grown up playing video games and I am sure every one of us has at least one game at home that’s based on some sort of movie. Be it ‘Golden Eye 007’, ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ or ‘Disney’s Aladdin’… There are many great video game adaptations out there. But who… Read More…
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High Score Hollywood: How Video Games Made The Leap To Movies
Like every video game fan out there we’ve all been more or less excited about the flood of video game movies that have come out over the recent years. Some of you probably know the first video game movies that came out which were less than glamorous. That made Hollywood rather reluctant to take on… Read More…
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Mastering Art for Profit: Transforming Creativity Into A Thriving Business
Written by Iris Mullins (Guest Author) Embracing the digital revolution, artists worldwide are finding that their passion for digital art can indeed become a lucrative career and transforming creativity into a thriving business. The journey from hobbyist to professional artist is paved with strategic decisions, from defining your unique style to effectively marketing your creations.… Read More…
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Know Your Basics: What Are Game Engines?
No matter what kind of game you want to make or whatever company you want to work for… Game engines are the central point of game development. Those are the programs on which your game is built upon and where everything slowly gets pieced together. But what makes them so special and why does everything… Read More…
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AAAA VS. AAA: What Makes The Next Level Of Gaming?
AAA (or triple-A) games are very popular nowadays. So every gamer worth their salt knows what we are talking about when this term comes up. Those are the top-tier blockbuster games: Assassin’s Creed, God Of War, Call of Duty or Horizon: Zero Dawn. You named it. They all have millions & millions of dollars as… Read More…
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AI As A Tool: How To Speed Up Your Process As A Concept Artist Using AI
AI has risen through the ranks over the last years and while there are many contradictions around AI art and the ethical dilemma behind it… We artists need to come to terms with the fact that it’s going to stay around in one way or another. So, instead of avoiding it we should embrace it… Read More…