Art Directing VFX for Stylized Games
Explore techniques for establishing artistic pillars in game VFX, with examples from uniquely styled games. Learn to create visually cohesive and impactful special effects for stylized game environments.
League of Legends Client Update - Art Directing a Consistent and Scalable Interactive Brand Identity
Explore Riot Games' approach to rebuilding League of Legends' client interface, focusing on player resonance, functionality, and flexible content development for an enhanced gaming experience.
The Great Divide - Unique Visuals and Deterministic Gameplay in Deserts of Kharak
Explore the innovative techniques behind Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak's visuals, combining 2D simulations with 3D graphics. Learn how this approach creates unique and deterministic gameplay in this insightful GDC talk.
Animation Bootcamp - Bringing Life to the Machines of Horizon Zero Dawn
Explore the creation of Horizon Zero Dawn's mechanical beasts, from pre-production to final polish. Learn about motion style, workflow, animation-tech, and AI behavior in game development.
The Art of Firewatch
Explore the artistic challenges of transforming 2D graphics into an immersive 3D world in Firewatch, as discussed by Campo Santo's Jane Ng at GDC 2015.
Killer Portfolio or Portfolio Killer - Advice from Industry Artists
Industry artists share insights on creating standout portfolios, avoiding common mistakes, and capturing art directors' attention with real-world examples and practical advice.
Fast, Cheap and Flashy - An Indie Art Direction Adventure
Explore the visual design process for Tooth and Tail, learning indie art direction techniques that are fast, cost-effective, and visually striking from Chickadee Games' Adam DeGrandis.
A No-Nonsense Approach to Designing Horizon Zero Dawn's Robot Dinosaurs
Explore the visual design process behind Horizon Zero Dawn's iconic robotic dinosaurs in this insightful talk by Guerrilla Games' art director.
Emotion in Game Design - A UX Perspective
Explore the scientific approach to emotion in game design and learn how to engage players through a UX mindset, enhancing player delight and overall gaming experience.
Skill-Building Series - Pixel Art and Animation in the Hi-Bit Age
Explore techniques and best practices for pixel art and animation in modern games, including innovative tools and contemporary applications of this classic art style.
Finding Inspiration - Tools for When You're Stuck
Discover creative techniques and word games to overcome creative blocks and spark inspiration in game development, enhancing your ideation process and problem-solving skills.
The Distributed Art Direction of Edith Finch
Explore the collaborative art direction process behind "What Remains of Edith Finch" and learn how Giant Sparrow managed diverse creative visions to craft the game's unique visual style.
Art Direct for 100 MPH - Balancing Visuals with Performance for Forza Motorsport
Explore the art direction challenges in creating high-speed racing visuals while maintaining optimal performance. Learn techniques for balancing stunning graphics with smooth gameplay in Forza Motorsport.
Void Bastards' Art Style Origin Story
Explore the influences and evolution of Void Bastards' unique art style, from concept to final product, in this insightful breakdown by Blue Manchu's Ben Lee.
Art Direction - Escaping Your Comfort Zone
Ubisoft's Liam Wong shares insights on pushing boundaries, building confidence, and thriving in challenging situations through his experiences in video game art direction and photography.
The Art of FAITH - Horror at 192x160 Pixels
Explore the artistic decisions behind FAITH's unique 192x160 pixel horror aesthetic. Learn how limitations can foster creativity and enhance atmospheric storytelling in game design.
The Elementary Particles
Explore visual effects design fundamentals and their application in game development, featuring insights from Arkane Studios' artist on adapting techniques across different projects.
Performance and User Experience of Touchscreen and Gesture Keyboards in a Lab Setting and in the Wild
Comparative study of Smart Touch and Smart Gesture Keyboards, analyzing performance, error rates, and user preferences in lab and real-world settings over multiple sessions and weeks.
Forming the Dog Internet - Prototyping a Dog-to-Human Video Call Device
Explore the development of a dog-controlled video call device, examining implications for animal-computer interaction and the potential for an animal-centric internet.
What Makes a Good Recommendation?
Explore the principles of effective recommendations with expert Joseph Konstan. Learn how recommendation technologies can be designed to benefit users, drawing from 24 years of research and industry insights.
The Effect of Explanations and Algorithmic Accuracy on Visual Recommender Systems of Artistic Images
Explores impact of explanations and algorithm accuracy on user perception of artistic image recommender systems, revealing interplay between interface design and underlying algorithms in user experience.