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Using Cascadeur for Creating 3D Character Animations

Logic Simplified

As an animator at Logic Simplified, with nearly a decade of experience, I've had the chance to work with a wide range of animation software. Each one, from Autodesk Max and Maya to Blender and Spine 2D animation , has carved out its own niche in my workflow, contributing something unique and valuable. Let me confess.

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From Concept to Completion: Navigating the Game Art Production Pipeline 

iXie gaming

But how exactly does a simple sketch transform into a fully animated, game-ready asset? Games like Cuphead benefited from a strong visual direction upfront, ensuring a seamless execution of its hand-drawn 1930s animation style. Tools like ZBrush, Blender, and Maya help maintain a balance between detail and efficiency.

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Strategies for Optimizing Multiplayer Games in Unity

Logic Simplified

Optimizing bandwidth usage through data compression and server load balancing is crucial for large-scale multiplayer experiences. Graphics Settings: Balance Performance & Visual Quality The settings that control graphics quality determine the smoothness of multiplayer gameplay. What worked?

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The Key Differences Between 2D and 3D Animation in Game Development

Big Games

In todays dynamic game development world, animation plays a vital role in defining player experiences and shaping game aesthetics. From the pixelated classics of the 80s to todays immersive and realistic graphics, animation has redefined the gaming experience. How did 2D and 3D Animation Evolve in Gaming? So, lets dive in!

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Realism in Motion: The Integration of Motion Capture in Game Animation

iXie gaming

Even as game graphics became beautiful 3D scenes, the animations didn’t match up. Animation Integration. The processed mocap data is integrated into the game engine, where animators refine and polish the movements to ensure they seamlessly blend with the game’s overall aesthetic. Data Cleanup.

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Making a Top Gun and Star Wars-inspired fan film in Unreal Engine

CG Spectrum

So in April 2022, I quit my job to work on making animated short films full-time. Control rigs for the crew and X-Wing models. Building Control Rigs for a crew member. X-Wing animation using Control Rigs. Should I use a Control Rig, or should I keyframe the animation? Staying organized.

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Game art vs game design: What is the difference?

Logic Simplified

Video game artists specialize in a wide range of digital art forms, such as 2D modeling, animation, concept art and texturing. Character artist The character artist shapes the characters through the creation of visual elements like facial expressions, weapons, and clothing through the use of sculpture, rigging and editing.