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'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle's' Director Took This Spielberg Philosophy To Heart

The internal debate at Machine Games focused on balancing Indiana Jones' iconic character with realistic movement reflective of his age.

Fascinating video shows the real world actors behind Black Myth: Wukong characters

Black Myth: Wukong's character design and motion capture contribute significantly to its success and player engagement.

Rejected Mario & Luigi: Brothership character designs would have divided Nintendo Switch fans

Nintendo prioritized keeping the iconic look of Mario & Luigi, avoiding an 'edgier' redesign to not alienate fans.

Overwatch's new hero is Hazard, the spiky Scotsman you've been waiting for

Hazard, Overwatch 2's new tank hero, merges mobile playstyles with a punk-rock persona, providing both agility and ferocity in gameplay.

Discover the stunning visuals of Ultraman in issue 316 of 3D World

This issue of 3D World contains inspiring renders, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes insights into animated projects, including Garfield and Ultraman.

Naoe Can Naruto Run In Assassin's Creed Shadows

Assassin's Creed Shadows contrasts Yasuke's brute force with Naoe's speed and stealth, enhancing gameplay dynamics.

'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle's' Director Took This Spielberg Philosophy To Heart

The internal debate at Machine Games focused on balancing Indiana Jones' iconic character with realistic movement reflective of his age.

Fascinating video shows the real world actors behind Black Myth: Wukong characters

Black Myth: Wukong's character design and motion capture contribute significantly to its success and player engagement.

Rejected Mario & Luigi: Brothership character designs would have divided Nintendo Switch fans

Nintendo prioritized keeping the iconic look of Mario & Luigi, avoiding an 'edgier' redesign to not alienate fans.

Overwatch's new hero is Hazard, the spiky Scotsman you've been waiting for

Hazard, Overwatch 2's new tank hero, merges mobile playstyles with a punk-rock persona, providing both agility and ferocity in gameplay.

Discover the stunning visuals of Ultraman in issue 316 of 3D World

This issue of 3D World contains inspiring renders, tutorials, and behind-the-scenes insights into animated projects, including Garfield and Ultraman.

Naoe Can Naruto Run In Assassin's Creed Shadows

Assassin's Creed Shadows contrasts Yasuke's brute force with Naoe's speed and stealth, enhancing gameplay dynamics.
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#digital-art

15 tips for creating engaging and accurate character designs

Effective character designs rely on strong, simple shapes to enhance communication and viewer engagement.

2D art of the week: Zara H

Zara's artwork draws from gaming, horror, and fantasy, emphasizing representation of SWANA culture.

2D art of the week: Deborah Saez

Deborah Saez's character designs reflect her inspirations, with notable influences including Fumi Ishikawa, leading to unique expressions of creativity and emotion.

3D art of the week: Razvan Smaranda

Razvan Smaranda's Needle Knight Leda showcases intricate modeling and texturing skills, pushing the boundaries of 3D artistry.

2D art of the week: Haiyang

Haiyang's artwork combines elements of history and mythology to create unique, captivating characters.

15 tips for creating engaging and accurate character designs

Effective character designs rely on strong, simple shapes to enhance communication and viewer engagement.

2D art of the week: Zara H

Zara's artwork draws from gaming, horror, and fantasy, emphasizing representation of SWANA culture.

2D art of the week: Deborah Saez

Deborah Saez's character designs reflect her inspirations, with notable influences including Fumi Ishikawa, leading to unique expressions of creativity and emotion.

3D art of the week: Razvan Smaranda

Razvan Smaranda's Needle Knight Leda showcases intricate modeling and texturing skills, pushing the boundaries of 3D artistry.

2D art of the week: Haiyang

Haiyang's artwork combines elements of history and mythology to create unique, captivating characters.
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In This Upcoming Magical Realist RPG, A Camera Is Your Greatest Weapon

Prisma uniquely explores identity by having multiple versions of protagonist Alma interact and engage in battles with distinct classes and abilities.
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Assassin's Creed Shadows Will "Dramatically" Alter How It Plays Based On Your Character And Weapons

Assassin's Creed Shadows introduces combat mechanics that highlight distinct skills of Naoe the shinobi and Yasuke the samurai.

Gaming's Uneven Progress Toward Diverse Female Figures

The gaming industry has shifted towards better representation of women, moving away from hypersexualization.
Not all players embrace this change, as reactionary views emerge against evolving portrayals.

Date Everything! will let you romance objects in your home on October 24

Date Everything! creatively allows players to date inanimate objects, blending humor and storytelling in a unique dating sim experience.

The path to the top at a video games company

Define your area of passion in art production to excel in the competitive video game industry.

Marvel Rivals is teaching everyone about the joy of Jeff The Land Shark

Jeff the Land Shark is a uniquely charming and humorous character in Marvel Rivals, capturing the hearts of both new and seasoned players.

"If you don't like it, don't buy it", former Sony Interactive boss says of Ghost of Yotei character design 'controversy'

The controversy over Ghost of Yōtei's female samurai character highlights ongoing debates about gender representation in gaming.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Will "Dramatically" Alter How It Plays Based On Your Character And Weapons

Assassin's Creed Shadows introduces combat mechanics that highlight distinct skills of Naoe the shinobi and Yasuke the samurai.

Gaming's Uneven Progress Toward Diverse Female Figures

The gaming industry has shifted towards better representation of women, moving away from hypersexualization.
Not all players embrace this change, as reactionary views emerge against evolving portrayals.

Date Everything! will let you romance objects in your home on October 24

Date Everything! creatively allows players to date inanimate objects, blending humor and storytelling in a unique dating sim experience.

The path to the top at a video games company

Define your area of passion in art production to excel in the competitive video game industry.

Marvel Rivals is teaching everyone about the joy of Jeff The Land Shark

Jeff the Land Shark is a uniquely charming and humorous character in Marvel Rivals, capturing the hearts of both new and seasoned players.

"If you don't like it, don't buy it", former Sony Interactive boss says of Ghost of Yotei character design 'controversy'

The controversy over Ghost of Yōtei's female samurai character highlights ongoing debates about gender representation in gaming.
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#gaming

Goodbye cartoon breasts, hello sweat stains: the feminist reinvention of Tomb Raider

Lara Croft's animated series redefines female representation in gaming, portraying her as a more realistic and empowered character.
The character's evolution signifies a shift towards feminist ideals in the portrayal of female protagonists.

I must protect Fortnite's sprites at all costs

Fortnite's new sprites add a whimsical and interactive element to gameplay, combining cuteness with functional abilities for players.

Star Wars Outlaws slammed as 'woke' because main character's boobs are too small

The backlash against Star Wars Outlaws highlights misogynistic views on female character design in video games.

I Thought This Final Fantasy VII Character Had Big Goat Ears For Decades

Final Fantasy series is highly influential in gaming history.
Confusion between game characters can occur due to different perspectives or lack of knowledge.

Capcom breaks out the glass cannon in Akuma's stylish Street Fighter 6 trailer

Akuma revealed in Street Fighter 6 trailer with new design
Akuma known as ultimate glass cannon character with distinct abilities

Goodbye cartoon breasts, hello sweat stains: the feminist reinvention of Tomb Raider

Lara Croft's animated series redefines female representation in gaming, portraying her as a more realistic and empowered character.
The character's evolution signifies a shift towards feminist ideals in the portrayal of female protagonists.

I must protect Fortnite's sprites at all costs

Fortnite's new sprites add a whimsical and interactive element to gameplay, combining cuteness with functional abilities for players.

Star Wars Outlaws slammed as 'woke' because main character's boobs are too small

The backlash against Star Wars Outlaws highlights misogynistic views on female character design in video games.

I Thought This Final Fantasy VII Character Had Big Goat Ears For Decades

Final Fantasy series is highly influential in gaming history.
Confusion between game characters can occur due to different perspectives or lack of knowledge.

Capcom breaks out the glass cannon in Akuma's stylish Street Fighter 6 trailer

Akuma revealed in Street Fighter 6 trailer with new design
Akuma known as ultimate glass cannon character with distinct abilities
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#anime

Pokemon and Neon Genesis Evangelion fans should be very excited for the just announced new Gundam series

The new Gundam series features a star-studded team from Evangelion and Pokemon, promising an exciting narrative and character design.

Akira Toriyama gave us gaming's most perfect character design

Akira Toriyama's impact on manga and anime is significant, including iconic character designs like the Slime from Dragon Quest.
The Slime's design by Toriyama has inspired various products and its popularity has endured for nearly four decades.

Pokemon and Neon Genesis Evangelion fans should be very excited for the just announced new Gundam series

The new Gundam series features a star-studded team from Evangelion and Pokemon, promising an exciting narrative and character design.

Akira Toriyama gave us gaming's most perfect character design

Akira Toriyama's impact on manga and anime is significant, including iconic character designs like the Slime from Dragon Quest.
The Slime's design by Toriyama has inspired various products and its popularity has endured for nearly four decades.
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#animation

DreamWorks artist reveals fascinating early character animations

Early iterations of DreamWorks animations showcase the meticulous attention to detail and character expression from the very beginning.

Inside the impressionistic realism of DreamWorks' The Wild Robot

DreamWorks Animation adapts The Wild Robot by creatively altering its animation process to enhance storytelling and character expression.

Building the characters of The Garfield Movie with Ziva Real Time

The Garfield Movie utilized Ziva Real Time to create organic character animations with high volume preservation and faster iterations.

Flow's director wants you to see your cat in his gorgeous animated movie

The film Flow utilizes animation to create relatable animal characters, enhancing audience engagement through a blend of realism and simplicity.

Live Action Stich Is Giving Me Ugly Sonic Deja Vu

The new Stitch design in Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake has elicited mixed reactions, particularly regarding his appearance compared to the original animated character.

Enter the Gaping Maw of Animated Teeth

Animated teeth play a crucial role in character design and audience perception in animation.

DreamWorks artist reveals fascinating early character animations

Early iterations of DreamWorks animations showcase the meticulous attention to detail and character expression from the very beginning.

Inside the impressionistic realism of DreamWorks' The Wild Robot

DreamWorks Animation adapts The Wild Robot by creatively altering its animation process to enhance storytelling and character expression.

Building the characters of The Garfield Movie with Ziva Real Time

The Garfield Movie utilized Ziva Real Time to create organic character animations with high volume preservation and faster iterations.

Flow's director wants you to see your cat in his gorgeous animated movie

The film Flow utilizes animation to create relatable animal characters, enhancing audience engagement through a blend of realism and simplicity.

Live Action Stich Is Giving Me Ugly Sonic Deja Vu

The new Stitch design in Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake has elicited mixed reactions, particularly regarding his appearance compared to the original animated character.

Enter the Gaping Maw of Animated Teeth

Animated teeth play a crucial role in character design and audience perception in animation.
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Block zombies are on the attack in Minecraft Movie trailer

The Minecraft Movie trailer suggests a fun family film experience despite concerns about character design and CGI.

Celebrate 50 years of Dungeons & Dragons, plus lots more in ImagineFX issue 247

Dungeons & Dragons celebrates its 50th anniversary, showcasing the evolution of fantasy art and insights from prominent artists.
#concept-art

Inside Out 2's Anxiety almost looked totally different

Inside Out 2 surpasses Frozen 2 as highest-grossing animated film due to character design, showcasing new depiction of Anxiety for a teenage character.

3D art of the week: Pietro Boldetti

Pietro Boldetti blends traditional and modern influences in his 3D reimagining of MOTHER video game castle gate guards, focusing on aesthetics and functionality.

Inside Out 2's Anxiety almost looked totally different

Inside Out 2 surpasses Frozen 2 as highest-grossing animated film due to character design, showcasing new depiction of Anxiety for a teenage character.

3D art of the week: Pietro Boldetti

Pietro Boldetti blends traditional and modern influences in his 3D reimagining of MOTHER video game castle gate guards, focusing on aesthetics and functionality.
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Warm up exercises for drawing: create better characters with these quick exercises

Using simple shapes can enhance character design creativity and clarity.
Shape warm-up exercises are essential for loosening up and overcoming creative blocks.

Decorating the Perfect Nantucket Home for "The Perfect Couple"

The Perfect Couple showcases a beautifully decorated home that reflects both character nuances and the Nantucket aesthetic.
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Capcom Explains Why Frank West Looks So Different In Dead Rising's Remaster

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster offers a graphical upgrade but notably changes protagonist Frank West to depict a gruffer, older character reflecting deeper life frustrations.

Here's How Street Fighter 6 Nailed The Jacked Look Of Its Fighters' Bodies

Capcom referenced real-life models for Street Fighter characters' diverse body types to accurately depict muscle and fat distribution in-game.

Capcom Explains Why Frank West Looks So Different In Dead Rising's Remaster

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster offers a graphical upgrade but notably changes protagonist Frank West to depict a gruffer, older character reflecting deeper life frustrations.

Here's How Street Fighter 6 Nailed The Jacked Look Of Its Fighters' Bodies

Capcom referenced real-life models for Street Fighter characters' diverse body types to accurately depict muscle and fat distribution in-game.
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Notion's new animated AI assistant looks more 'New Yorker' than Clippy

Notion AI introduces a unique character named Nosy, distinguishing itself from generic AI representations in modern software.

All Animalities Mortal Kombat 1 4K Gameplay

Mortal Kombat characters are compared to animals, enriching their identities and fan engagement through creative pairings.
These unique pairings spotlight the versatility and creativity behind character designs in Mortal Kombat.

How to paint vibrant creatures in Photoshop

Fictional characters require a blend of imaginative and factual elements for believability.

19 Years Later, New Set Photos Prove Marvel Has Finally Fixed Its Dumbest Mistake

Marvel's Fantastic Four reboot emphasizes a respect for comic origins, with a focus on aesthetics reminiscent of Jack Kirby and John Byrne.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle may have what an Indy game needs

MachineGames captures Indiana Jones' charm and character in their new game despite the absence of Harrison Ford.

Beyond Good & Evil 25th Anniversary Edition review: still wonderfully inventive

Gaming in 2003 embraced diverse ideas and formats, like Beyond Good & Evil, a classic with unique character design and open-world feature.

Zach Hackman's carefully composed works are like "mini comics" in their detail and storytelling

Zach Hackman's work blends intuition with organization, focusing on intricate details and balance in his illustrations.

I love the detailed illustration of this Joker 2 magazine cover

Stylish magazine covers for Joker: Folie à Deux showcase The Joker and Harley Quinn with a brooding character design.

I love the new exaggerated Batman character design

DC Comics launching Absolute Batman series with bold character design update.

L&D's DEIB Impact: 8 Tips To Champion Diversity Via Character Development

Diversity of characters in eLearning matters for engaging learners and putting content into practice.

How to sculpt a reptilian creature using ZBrush, Maya and Substance 3D

ZBrush is a crucial tool in the 3D character creation pipeline, enabling artists to sculpt intricate details and textures to bring characters to life.

Marvel artist Russell Dauterman's new book is a work of art

Style evolves continuously through diverse influences and experiences.
#body-diversity

Hades II Is Addressing The First Game's Lack Of Body Diversity

Hades II introduces body diversity, including a heavier-set character with a disability, challenging the standard of divine perfection in character design.

Everyone's hot for Hades 2's Hephaestus

Representation of hot, fat, disabled Hephaestus in Hades 2 celebrated for body diversity.

Hades II Is Addressing The First Game's Lack Of Body Diversity

Hades II introduces body diversity, including a heavier-set character with a disability, challenging the standard of divine perfection in character design.

Everyone's hot for Hades 2's Hephaestus

Representation of hot, fat, disabled Hephaestus in Hades 2 celebrated for body diversity.
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Cats juggle and bees shelter inside Zsofia Gyorfi's eclectic and dizzying world of illustration

Zsófia Győrfi excels in pattern and character design
Her work features whimsical characters in explorative worlds with a sharp visual understanding

Alone In The Dark Dev Talks Edward's Mustache And Why You Need To Play The Game Twice

Edward's character in the upcoming Alone in the Dark game is depicted without his iconic mustache due to a creative decision.
Players will need to play the new game twice to fully understand the story.

The evolution of Godzilla: 70 years of design changes

Godzilla's character design has evolved significantly over the years, transitioning from actors in suits to modern CGI beasts.
Recent films like 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' and 'Godzilla Minus One' showcase the ever-changing portrayals of the iconic monster.

These Project Snorlax illustrations have won my heart

Project Snorlax is a campaign by the Pokémon company that features custom illustrations of Snorlax in action.
The latest drop of illustrations shows Snorlax in battle, inspired by various Pokémon games.
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