Hidden Depths: A Look at the Nuances of Nidhogg
Pixel art is ten-a-penny on the indie scene. You need to do something really special to stand out. For most, this takes the form of a particularly impressive or fresh…
The Grit Effect: Graphics vs Grit
Does increasingly “gritty” art styles indicate a change in the gaming psyche? As she tumbled down the slippery incline a sickening thud signaled the end of her journey. As her…
The Most Memorable Things About My Journey: An Examination of ThatGameCompany’s Masterpiece
It has been 14 months since I finished Journey, Thatgamecompany’s most recent release. The appropriately named game sees players take control of scarfed and robed “travellers” as they go on…
Concept Art: What Is Concept Art And Why Is It Important?
What is concept art? Concept art, often referred to as visual development, is the initial design used to develop the look and feel of a project. The project can be…
Why The Xbox One vs PS4 Graphics Row Is More Than Just a Fanwar
With the sales figures out and with a good slew of (surprisingly) decent post-release titles out the door, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the media and the PS4 and…