Overview Room 8 Studio partnered with Remedy Entertainment on Alan Wake 2, released in October 2023, to bring its dark and mysterious world to life. This was of course a massive honor. Since its release, Alan Wake 2 has been incredibly well received by critics and players, not just for its innovative, wholly original storytelling, […]
Diablo IV, developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment, gave Room 8 Group’s 2D and 3D artists the opportunity to contribute to the legendary franchise. The team had a blast working within the game’s established visual style to develop the look of specific assets. Whether designing armor, creating weapons and various cosmetics, or experimenting with unexpected […]
Video games are arguably the most universally accessible modern art form—which comes with serious responsibility. As the medium’s audience grows and expands, so do the expectations for authentically, empathetically, and respectfully embracing and representing vibrant real-world cultures. In that sense, games can serve as mirrors that reflect cultures onto the players and familiarize them with […]
Video game remakes and remasters, despite their reputation, are far from being straightforward. Making a successful remake is a complex quest that requires significant creative, engineering, and management efforts. The increasing interest of IP holders in reviving older games coincides with an increasing role of external partners—like ourselves. Boti Harko, our Art Director, and Hunter […]
Room 8 Group, an end-to-end strategic partner in external game development, is proud to announce the expansion of the Art Team in Brazil. Extending our efforts to South America is a significant step in strengthening our international presence. One of the key decisions over the past few years was the acquisition of PUGA, a renowned […]
We’re thrilled to announce the exciting news that Room 8 Group has finalized the integration of PUGA and Massive Black into the Room 8 Studio brand, forming a single art solution force. This strategic move aims to further bolster the Group’s global presence and expand its array of expertise and services, ensuring a more versatile […]
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the whirlwind journey 2023 has been. Key executives from all Room 8 Group service lines, including Julien Proux, our Executive Vice President of Art, gathered together to wrap up the year that passed. The Room 8 Group leaders talked about key emerging trends […]
Welcome to the concluding chapter of my guide on understanding game art! We’ve already discussed categorizing games and dissecting their atmosphere, from tone to lighting. Today it’s time to uncover the keys to analyzing a game’s style. Fasten your seat belts, because we’re about to dive in! To define a game style, artists often use […]
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