Ask a Game Dev

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

If the cutscene needs new animations we need to bring on an animator to spend time building the new animations needed for the cutscene. The bulk discounts only really work if the things we're paying for can be reused multiple times though - the more specific an asset is (e.g. needs its own rig), that's time from a rigger to create.

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Ask a Game Dev

AUGUST 3, 2023

If a designer doesn't understand the technical and asset constraints she's working with, it can make for a lot of wasted work. That might mean working on combat, quests, cinematics, narrative, itemization, UX, enemies, levels/environments, or any of a number of other specialties.

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Logic Simplified

APRIL 1, 2024

The potential for building epic games on Unreal by game app developers and creators across industries has increased. Concept Art: Concept art shows how the characters, objects, buildings, and areas will look. Each block may depict a cliff or a building, for instance. Every release brings with it wide-ranging improvements.

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Grumpy Gamer

JANUARY 18, 2018

When I need to compile a Windows or Linux build, I start up a VM. Nathan: Given the engine and assets of TWP, would a sequel be significantly cheaper / quicker to produce? If I was ever to do Monkey Island 3a, the trick would be to take the core of the secret and build it into something that lived up to the hype.

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 19, 2022

It only seemed fitting, then, that his final course project was named Haven , a gripping sci-fi cinematic with intriguing landscapes and dramatic lighting. Find out more about Ewald’s journey and how he created his cinematic below. The making of Haven — Ewald’s cinematic in Unreal Engine. How Ewald discovered real-time 3D.

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Grumpy Gamer

JANUARY 17, 2018

When I need to compile a Windows or Linux build, I start up a VM. Nathan: Given the engine and assets of TWP, would a sequel be significantly cheaper / quicker to produce? I would never create a new or different secret (that’s unfair), rather, it would be about making it more meaningful, relevant, and build on the mythology.

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Nvidia

JULY 22, 2021

Collaboration and simulation platform simplifies complex challenges like multi-app workflows, facial animation, asset searching, and building proprietary tools. Collaboration and simulation platform simplifies complex challenges like multi-app workflows, facial animation, asset searching, and building proprietary tools.

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Ask a Game Dev

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Then, start doing each of these things - write code, create art assets, build a level, make something playable. I've personally worked on cameras, economy, combat, monetization, characters, AI, progression, animation, cinematics, localization, and lots of other game systems in my career.

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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. Keeps tabs on all of the incoming art assets to make sure they adhere to style and meet requirements. Storyboard Artist : Maps out how cinematics should look.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

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.). CGS graduate, Marc , took this course and is now working as a Cinematic Lighting Artist for Guerrilla Games!

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iXie gaming

JUNE 19, 2024

Cinematics and Storytelling: 3D art is a powerful cinematics and storytelling tool. Game artists can leverage the power of 3D art to create 3D cutscenes and cinematics that deliver compelling narratives. Real-time rendering enables developers and artists to build interactive 3D entertainment experiences in real-time.

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Modern storytelling increasingly relies on the seamless integration of visual effects to build believable worlds and characters. A strategic approach to planning visual effects helps create more immersive cinematic experiences where technical innovation and storytelling artistry work harmoniously.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 4, 2024

[featured] What I'm doing now since graduating CG Spectrum helped me build a good portfolio for my job search. Eitri Studio Private Limited is a video game art asset development studio headquartered in Pearl, Hyderabad, India. It specializes in 2D and 3D art, animation, and cinematics, catering to a global clientele.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

In this issue, you'll get a first look at the new tutorial section for our convention build, the treehouses that populate our Nisargan clan lands, the new models for our Kotakayan soldiers, a super sweet cinematic shot showing off our six clan biomes, and so much more. 3D Asset Design. Are you ready to enter the fantasy?

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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 1, 2022

The curriculum covered many topics from cinematic storytelling, lighting and color theory, trading card and gaming art to illustrating book covers. I can get bored (well, more distracted) drawing the same battery prop or asset 150 times, all with slight variations. Baba Yaga digital illustration by Oliver. Baba Yaga concept art.

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Filmustage

JANUARY 16, 2025

Dive into detailed VFX breakdowns and explore how your favorite cinematic moments come to life. Free Sign Up The Building Blocks of VFX Magic Ever wondered what makes those jaw-dropping visual effects pop off the screen? Building Digital Dreams Think of 3D modeling as sculpting with pixels!

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Their role requires building strong bonds with local teams while preparing for unexpected challenges across multiple locations. Free Sign Up Building an International Production Team They're not just crew members; they're the heartbeat of global storytelling! Keep your production on schedule with Filmustages AI-powered tools.

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Nvidia

MARCH 24, 2022

Game developers can upload a build to the cloud, and schedule a playtest for players and observers to manage on their calendar. Users can plug into any layer of the modular Omniverse stack to build advanced tools that simplify workflows, integrate advanced AI and simulation technologies, or help connect complex production pipelines.

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Game Designing

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

These professionals combine multiple rendered assets or digital design materials, including CG images, matte paintings, and live-action footage. VFX compositors may be tasked with building or merging complete worlds so they must be ready to tackle a variety of unique projects that come their way.

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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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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. AND NOW WE FINALLY CAN!!! Behold, friends! The first official gameplay trailer for Dark Fantasy ARPG Kristala.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 31, 2022

Call of Duty Mobile, for example, was down 40M downloads YoY) Sniper (Sniper 3D led the decline with a drop of over 30M compared to the last year) Build & Battle (decline across the board with Castle Clash, Forge of Empires and Boom Beach leading the way). Apart from that, we haven’t seen consolidation in the market. 4 High entry barrier.

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Deconstructor of Fun

APRIL 25, 2022

Submit your most up-to-date playable build, pitch deck, and gameplay video. The game won over millions of gamers with the adorable Cookie characters and a perfect mashup of RPG and Build & Harvest mechanics. Build & Harvest Mode in Cookie Run: Kingdom. Create an account 2. Two key words - cuteness and mashup.

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 13, 2023

Aurore Coutelier had always dreamed of building worlds that positively impacted people’s lives, and architecture initially seemed like the way to do it. A still from Aurore's real-time 3D cinematic, The Last Voyage. Atmosphere and lighting were integral to Aurore's cinematic. A mossy rock in The Last Voyage.

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

✨ Despite these obstacles, the fascination with on-location filming endures, driven by the promise of creating cinematic treasures that resonate with audiences on a visceral level. Source: movie-locations.com ✨ Opting for cinematic landscapes presents its own set of obstacles. Navigating Filming Permissions ?

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AWS Games

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Build on AWS at Unreal Fest 2023 Onsite Activities AWS is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor at Unreal Fest this year, which includes a partner speaking session, booth giveaways, and live product demonstrations led by AWS industry experts. The hour-long session takes place on October 5 at 10:00AM in room 208 at the New Orleans Convention Center.

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Deconstructor of Fun

MARCH 29, 2022

How do you approach building your go-to-market plans? Annelie: Before we committed to fully building and entering production, we started years ago with a validation release. How do you build a media plan for soft launch? They helped us to set targets and focus on KPIs where we were lacking compared to the competition.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JULY 10, 2022

With the purpose of vadaliting it, Lilith tries to establish a sustainable/scalable business model of game development and publishing, as well as build up an even more diversified portfolio. The music OST in these marketing assets also embodied the urban trendy theme of this game and received a lot of positive comments.

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Game Dev Unchained

JULY 26, 2023

However, with the quality threshold of animated films matching the one of video game cinematics, he says, the gaming industry’s influence is being acknowledged more than ever. UEFN, however, opens doors for creators to build original worlds and content, using existing Unreal assets but with some restrictions.

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