The Art of Game Worlds
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Dave Morris & Leo Hartas
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 41.9 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 196
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The Art of Game Worlds
The Art of Game Worlds offers an in-depth look at the stunning virtual worlds created by today’s leading computer game artists. This digital PDF edition is ready for instant download after purchase.
The book explores imagined worlds from fantasy and science fiction to meticulously recreated real-world settings. It combines interviews, concept art, and production artwork.
Book Overview
The Art of Game Worlds, by Dave Morris and Leo Hartas, examines how game artists and designers shape complete environments rather than simple backdrops. It presents a range of subjects, from minimalist game environments to surreal outlands and contemporary settings.
The book features insights from artists behind best-selling games, with insider secrets and hands-on exercises. It is aimed at artists, designers, and readers curious about the creative methods behind game worlds.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Interviews with artists and game creators about building virtual worlds.
- Concept and production artwork showing hidden details and design choices.
- Coverage of fantasy, science fiction, and real-world-inspired environments.
- Insider secrets on working methods, including Final Fantasy X-2 and Hollyworlds.
- Hands-on approaches to dressing sets, concrete jungles, and eye candy.
- Exploration of minimalist environments and surreal outlands.
Why This Book Matters
As games have evolved, artists have taken on the task of creating entire worlds rather than just facades. This book documents that shift and explains the thinking behind modern game environments.
It preserves a moment in game art history when graphics and memory allowed fuller, more detailed worlds than ever before.
Book Details
| Author | Dave Morris & Leo Hartas |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Harper Design International |
| Imprint | An imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers |
| Publication Date | October 5, 2004 |
| Edition | First Edition |
| Language | English |
| Format | |
| File Size | 41.9 MB |
| Pages | 196 |
| Print Length | 192 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0060724307 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0060724306 |
| Library of Congress Control Number | 2004104866 |
| Copyright | © 2004 The Ilex Press Limited |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Dimensions | 8.25 x 0.75 x 9.25 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,234,807 in Books |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars (6 ratings) |
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The PDF works with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop readers, and mobile reading apps.
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How do I get the book after purchase? You receive instant access to the digital PDF download after checkout.
Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital product, so no physical item will be delivered.
What devices are supported? The PDF can be read on Kindle apps, tablets, computers, and mobile devices with PDF support.
Add The Art of Game Worlds to your collection today and explore the creative craft behind memorable game environments.
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