A new "Painterly" Visual Style for Halloween 2014

Published July 14, 2014
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I'm really digging this post-process effect on my Halloween 2014 game's mood. I'm close to getting a nice mix of both creepy and nostalgic -- just what I am aiming for.

Unfortunately I'm hitting stumbling blocks with the audio design. I wanted to use 3D sound and audio cues to present the player with a "maze" to navigate, but it is proving to be a challenge. More on that as it develops.

What do y'all think of this change in visual style?
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Comments

Navyman

I like the tree and clouds, but there is something off about the blades on the windmill.

You could allows use some kind of highlight system to light-handedly guide the player to the right area.

July 14, 2014 10:37 PM
GoCatGoGames

You are correct -- I'm still trying to find a nice balance between bold outlining and blurry mess.

My lighting is still a bit wonky overall. I think it is a little heavy handed, myself.

July 14, 2014 11:37 PM
riuthamus

Would help to see pictures of the previous as well, in the same thread.

July 15, 2014 09:19 AM
GoCatGoGames

The "before" is a post or two early in the journal. I'll see if I can edit the post to add it. Thanks!

July 15, 2014 09:36 AM
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