Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

The event kicks off on March 26th and runs through April 2nd, so be sure to check out our Events section for more details on the Kristala booth and which game island we'll be featured on. This gorgeous crest features the signature leaf from the mighty Jhacanda tree crossed with a Nisargan stave and Rosethorne sword.

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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. For example, when viewing an object from far away, only basic features such as color and geometry may need to be visible. will be required.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JUNE 29, 2021

Since embarking on the huge endeavor to completely revamp the entire Kristala demo, we've had our artists and modelers working hard to recreate some of the props and environmental elements that already existed in the original Dalamase demo level. Here's a look at just some of the props Harold was able to complete this month.

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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.

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Ask a Game Dev

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Makes all of the high level decisions, including major features, story, world building, budgeting, scheduling, team composition, marketing, contracts, etc. Architects the game’s major technical features and framework, then gradually shifts to managing the engineers that join the team and keeping them tasked out and productive.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Because the Nisarga clan dwells within planet Ailur's vast, forested lands, their armor typically features a stunning array of vibrant, green hues and warm shades of brown. The green crystal featured on the staff helps indicate that it's a Nisarga clan weapon, and the purple details on the shiv make it distinctly Myrtunan. 3D Modeling.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

Since the pandemic began, we've exhibited Kristala at a few awesome virtual conventions like IWOCon and Game Carnival; and while these cons are fun and feature a ton of interesting panels and industry speakers, they don't quite replace the value of in-person conventions. Kristala at Play NYC 2021.

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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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Astral Clock Tower Studios

DECEMBER 11, 2020

In last month's issue, we gave you a little introduction to the work our 3D Environmental Designer, Cass, had done on the first set of Jhacanda tree houses that will be featured in our Nisargan clan levels. To round out this sprint, Joe started working on a bunch of props that will be found in Nasonder. 3D Asset Design.

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Logic Simplified

MAY 7, 2024

Rigging was then done for connecting mesh to bones and creating a skeletal frame. The Inverse Kinematics feature, a constraint feature quite like a parent-child relationship in reverse order, used to pose the animations, was used on the character’s feet. Next, images were attached to bones, another process made easy with Spine.

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 4, 2022

big, small, vehicles, props, etc.). From here you can make some selections of the buildings and props you would like to use. After splitting off the various components, I made a very simple rig consisting of a bunch of transforms with different pivots for the different components. Organize assets into groups (e.g.,

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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.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

As we move closer and closer to completing the vertical slice for Kristala, our dev team has been working hard to finish all the designs, models, and mechanics that will be featured in Dalamase, the level area that's featured in the slice. Each of the six clans has its own specified area within Anagativan territory. 3D Modeling.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

APRIL 21, 2021

For his first concept piece, we tasked Harold with an environmental shot showcasing the first Kristal Checkpoint that appears in the Dalamase swamp level featured in the Kristala demo. After finishing up the Twiggy concept pictured above, Harold then moved on to a third environmental concept featuring one such village.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 23, 2022

link] Not only does this new trailer feature a ton of sweet cinematics created right in Unreal Engine using our own models and animations, but it also showcases two new characters you’ll meet in gameplay during Kristala too. The second character reveal features the first major boss you’ll encounter in Kristala: Hiratrola, the Abandoned Son.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lighting helps integrate various 3D elements (effects, props, characters, etc.) featured] While this can provide very realistic light results, a lighting artist has less flexibility over adjusting the light, aside from rotating the subject in relation to the light source or adjusting the brightness.

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Filmustage

OCTOBER 27, 2023

These may range from makeup and prosthetics to miniature models, mechanical rigs, and on-set explosions. ? Whether it’s a makeup artist, a prop maker, or a pyrotechnician, their expertise influences the budget. Materials and Artisans: Investment is needed in materials and the artisans who craft these effects.

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