CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

3D modelers apply many processes to improve the look and usability of their assets when creating the characters, props, and sets that feature in your favorite video games and films. Retopology is an essential step in creating 3D models for animation, games, and other interactive media. What is level of detail (LOD)?

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 1, 2023

Most of the sets, characters and props were built by hand over a period of 3 years. With the written and drawn baselines we were able to come up with a plan for all the processes down the line, like voice acting, animation, general assembly etc.” What went into making this beautiful game was a lot of love, skill and hard work.

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Filmustage

AUGUST 18, 2023

It's a space where creativity flourishes without the constraints of big studio pressures. ? Exploring Different Film Categories at Festivals: From short films to animation films, festivals like Annecy Animation Festival celebrate all forms of cinematic expression. Official Awards Ceremony at Annecy Animation Festival.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 31, 2021

and try your luck at winning a FREE PS5 Disc Edition, courtesy of women-lead indie games studio, Astral Clocktower Studios. Featuring the latest releases from studios large and small—and from developers old and new—Play NYC celebrates every facet of gaming in a way that only the Big Apple can. link] Level Design.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JANUARY 14, 2021

Welcome back to the ever-enchanting Kristala dev blog, where you'll get a front-row seat to the development process for the inaugural title from the leading ladies at Astral Clocktower Studios—a female-owned indie games studio based in Central PA, USA. The dynamic mesh will allow the door to be animated and properly opened and closed.

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Game Global

JULY 12, 2021

This is a clip of the Heider-Simmel animation. Let’s look at what it means in practice, though keep in mind that it will vary wildly depending on the game genre, project structure, studio, and even country. How can I get this NPC to convey a specific emotion if I don’t have that specific animation in my toolbox?

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CG Spectrum

MARCH 13, 2023

3D modelers digitally build, sculpt, and detail 3D characters, props, vehicles, and sets using computer software and a tablet. 3D models can be rigged, then animated by a 3D animator, placed as a stationary object in a scene by a layout artist, simulated or destroyed by an FX artist, and used for shadows or holdouts by lighting artists.

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CG Spectrum

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

He decided to start his own indie game development studio, Overwrite Interactive , and create a video game from scratch. In October, CG Spectrum graduate Dogyeong joined from the US as Concept Artist , creating the looks for the game’s characters, environments, and props. Pixel art by PieGlitched.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

Here you'll get an inside look at the detailed development work done for 3D dark fantasy ARPG Kristala, the inaugural title from the team behind Astral Clocktower Studios—a female-lead indie studio based in Central PA, USA. Rigging / Animation. link] Programming. You can wishlist the IWOCon app now on Steam !

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Kristala is the inaugural title from the leading ladies behind Astral Clocktower Studios, a female-owned-and-operated indie games studio based in Central PA, USA. To round out this sprint, Joe started working on a bunch of props that will be found in Nasonder. Game Production / Rigging / Animation.

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Game Designing

JULY 30, 2023

However, it’s a vastly different experience when you go through the course in person with an expert instructor, especially within a professional studio environment. The institution must have an updated studio-like environment with high-tech equipment and modern tools for practical teaching. What To Look For in SFX and VFX Schools?

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Filmustage

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Visualization : Visualization is key in fields like filmmaking and animation. Final Draft offers two pricing plans: Final Draft 12 ($249.99 ) and Final Draft 12 Studio ($499.99). Filmustage's AI offers automatic recognition of critical shooting elements, including cast, props, locations, and VFX.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

This is the place where we break down the development for 3D Dark Fantasy ARPG Kristala, an indie game currently in development by the talented team at women-owned indie games studios, Astral Clocktower Studios. As we mentioned above, Cass wasn't the only artist on our team to create custom props this sprint.

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Cocos

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

It was difficult to keep and share the UI states with the reaction timeline of the game or even data prop drilling around. While developing a web game engine in a former studio, I came to learn about the Flux pattern introduced by Facebook in 2015 , which greatly improved the engine and game DX. Results We’re done!

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MAY 27, 2021

Although this is typically the only place where you can get a monthly peek into all the development that goes into Kristala—a 3D dark fantasy ARPG from female-lead Astral Clocktower Studios—things will soon be changing. Using the concept we showed off earlier as his guide, Joe effortlessly captured the whimsical allure of this helpful prop.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 23, 2022

You're currently tuned in to the official Kristala Dev Blog, a monthly compilation of all the development done on our first game, Kristala: a Dark Fantasy ARPG created by women-owned indie game studio, Astral Clocktower Studios (hey, that's us!). Props on props on props. We'll be sharing them all week. Programming.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lighting helps integrate various 3D elements (effects, props, characters, etc.) Scene from the 3D animation Finding Nemo before and after its been lit and rendered by a 3D lighting artist (Image: Pixar). On a smaller scale, 3D lighting also helps elevate the look of 3D models and create a more polished animation portfolio.

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Moonmana

APRIL 7, 2023

Both Unity and Unreal are popular choices among giant game development studios as well as indie developers. Some say Unreal is better just because it’s a common choice for AAA studios. However, Unreal is more optimal for 3D visuals, and Unity has a large focus and toolset for 2D animation production. VR and AR games.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

APRIL 21, 2021

This is the only place where you'll receive a monthly, in-depth look into the entire development process for 3D dark fantasy ARPG Kristala, an indie game built in Unreal Engine 4 by the incredibly talented team at Astral Clocktower Studios. link] Rigging / Animation. In March, we welcomed our friend Shelly back to the ACS team.

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Deconstructor of Fun

MARCH 28, 2023

This only applies to game items or assets formally organized in a clear increasing power or utility progression as part of the game’s core design (Diablo / Wow Loot, Animal Crossing rooms & furniture, etc ). Thus we refer here only to games with explicit currencies (gold, crystals, etc) and item economies (like weapons, items, potions).

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CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The end results, known as renders, are photo-real content that, depending on their intended audience and medium, can be viewed in either 2D (still images) or 3D (walkthrough animations and virtual tours). Modeling, texturing, and lighting additional assets (furniture, props, decor, etc.) using 3D software.

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