Astral Clock Tower Studios

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

When we last met, we shared some exciting updates from our time exhibiting at Play NYC 2021, and shared all the work that went into ensuring the exclusive build we prepared for the convention was in tip-top shape and ready to be played. Bianca wasn't the only modeler working on props this sprint. Concept Art.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

You'll read a lot about the work that went into making our Play build smooth and seamless in this issue of the blog, but check out this article from our friends at NoobFeed and the following video from Piercing Metal that explain a bit more about the exclusive build of Kristala we exhibited at Play NYC. In-tact and broken Amulets.

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Moonmana

APRIL 7, 2023

Due to its extensive asset store, versatility, and a multitude of tutorials and online courses, Unity has become the most popular 2D and 3D development platform in the world. In other words, you can build a game using only blueprints because they are valid pieces of code. Now cross-platform game development with Unity is possible.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 18, 2023

This Blender environment paint-over by Advanced Concept Art Course student Gwen T is a great example of perspective, using a decrease in contrast and saturation to denote buildings in the distance. Concept artist : Concept artists illustrate concepts for characters, environments, and other creative assets.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 10, 2024

A single shot or asset will often travel through numerous artists and multiple departments before being finalized. As an asset takes shape, it must be presented in a turntable so its look can be properly inspected and approved or given notes by relevant supervisors or clients. So, where do you fit into the production pipeline?

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Four steps to take before you start building to ensure you're set up for success. Work within the supplied KitBash3D Mission to Minerva Houdini file — all assets and associated materials are already loaded and ready to use. Organize assets into groups (e.g., big, small, vehicles, props, etc.). Selecting a base terrain.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JANUARY 14, 2021

3D Asset Design. Here's a look at the models for the square houses Karena created, as well as the platforms they'll be placed upon in the Kristala game build. With the armor and character revisions completed, Nick moved on to a brand new task: a dungeon prop list! Let's get immersed in the dark fantasy world of Kristala.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 31, 2021

After over a year of exhibiting at various online game conventions, we can't properly tell you how stoked we are to be presenting an exclusive build of Kristala—featuring our revamped demo level—at this year's Play NYC convention. Kristala at Play NYC 2021. Concept Art.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

3D Asset Design. Tragically, many important Nisargan buildings and landmarks were ruined in the devastating fire; though the stunning Kristal Cathedral of Nasahara remains standing, its crumbling passageways—once filled with laughter and joy—now serve as grim reminders of the carnage that nearly swallowed the entirety of the city.

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Deconstructor of Fun

MARCH 28, 2023

Asset price floor, mass market user base, progression utility - pick two Intro Contrary to what most web 3 and crypto gaming proponents would have you believe, the idea of “true ownership” of your in-game assets is neither new nor unique to Web3. Stable Asset Price Floor 3. In our case put your hands together for: 1.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

DECEMBER 11, 2020

3D Asset Design. Because the new model for our main character is vastly different than the existing model in the game build, we've had to go back through all the existing armor sets and properly adapt them for the shape and size of the new piece. Plus, we'll introduce you to three of our newest talented dev team members too!

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 23, 2022

With all core mechanics and elements now in place, the last thing on the list is to add any last-minute assets and address bugs. Featuring a vast web of buildings and abodes that slowly snake up the catacomb walls, Myr is a mysterious city of labyrinthian paths and alleyways.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The modelers on our dev team are ridiculously talented and they do a damn good job of bringing our character, prop, and environmental concepts to life. Here's a look at Cass's custom boulders in progress, followed by some additional 3D props and assets some of our other team members created this sprint. Level Design.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MAY 27, 2021

Back in the world of environmental concepts, another of our artists, Ila, took on a concept from our ever-growing list of items and props. Next up in the realm of items and props are the Kotakayan weapon concepts pictured below that were created by our super talented Concept Artist, James. Level Design.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lighting helps integrate various 3D elements (effects, props, characters, etc.) One of the benefits is that it's also used by other 3D artists such as modelers and animators, making the sharing of files and assets more streamlined. sun/moonlight, overhead lights in a building, etc.).

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 1, 2022

I can get bored (well, more distracted) drawing the same battery prop or asset 150 times, all with slight variations. I was trying to build a portfolio aimed toward MTG, so I painted it with this in mind. Once the idea was fairly concrete, I moved into Blender to build a basic background. Baba Yaga concept art.

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Filmustage

AUGUST 30, 2022

In reality many film professionals still have to manually go through the screenplay scene by scene and word by word to break down the movie script into key elements such as props, costumes, tag cast, locations, sound, visual FX, etc. Sort by one of the attributes and add notes to the tag.

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Radiator Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The individual assets seem nice, but together they sort of clash -- a random junk prop will have the 4k photogrammetry HDR treatment, overwhelming the nearby gameplay pickup that you're actually supposed to notice. Comparatively, the original Skyrim mod felt like more of a city with more buildings, more organization, more density.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JUNE 19, 2022

After the initial troubles began, North Korean hackers stole over half a billion dollars in crypto assets from the bridge that connects Ronin, the game’s private blockchain, to Ethereum. From our sponsors: RECUR is a world-class NFT platform working with game creators looking to build with NFTs. But AXS isn’t the only asset in play.

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Deconstructor of Fun

OCTOBER 17, 2022

However, even back then, Chinese players would spend a substantial amount of money in microtransactions which, thanks to a massive gamer population, were driving multiple franchises above the annual billion dollar revenue mark, making the free-to-play model the only way to build a viable business.

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Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Executive Summary Sky Mavis’ mission is far more about spurring economic opportunity through play rather than about building an amazing game. That means players engage more as a job (often as “scholars” from developing countries who borrow in-game assets from richer “sponsors” or “managers,” who receive a cut of their earnings) than for fun.

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CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

We explore the role of a 3D visualization artist, in particular architecture visualization (archviz), and how to build the skills you need to succeed as a 3D visualization artist. Modeling, texturing, and lighting additional assets (furniture, props, decor, etc.) What does an architectural visualization artist do?

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