In a video games the aesthetic is the most important part of the game that is going to draw in an audience and get people hooked. Games that have a art style that stays with you, without even playing the game, tend to become some of the most recognizable games in the industry. Games like Persona, Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door, Mirrors Edge, Borderlands, Sonic the Hedgehog, A Night in the Woods, and Overwatch are some great examples of games with a clear and unique art style that really brings each game to life. These styles have huge ranges from bright and colorful to dark and mysterious. A lot of first person shooter games from the 2000's have been forgotten because they all have a very similar art style. The art style can also complement your game play and mechanics. For example, in Mirrors Edge the bright red items guide you through the entire game. In order for a game to be successful and memorable, the consumer needs to captivated by the mechanics and aesthetics.
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Miles RomanHi, I am a student at Durham School of the Arts, and this blog will be documenting my experiences with my Game Design class. Categories
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