I never really understand why so many succesful pixel art games get a 3d sequel? Like Hyper Light Drifter, Wizards of Legends or now Moonlighter. What's the rationale? #pixelart #gamedev - ThreadSky

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thierrybrim.bsky.social • 82 days ago

I never really understand why so many succesful pixel art games get a 3d sequel?

Like Hyper Light Drifter, Wizards of Legends or now Moonlighter. What's the rationale?

#pixelart #gamedev

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thierrybrim.bsky.social•82 days ago

I get the idea when you take full advantage of the third dimension, like in Risk of Rain 2 or Hyper Light Breaker.

But to make it 3d and keep it a top down action roguelike?

Is 3d easier when it comes to produce assets? More versatile? Is it a marketing choice?

polygonien.bsky.social•82 days ago

I've heard and read VERY often that it is much more time consuming to create decent pixel art compared to 3D assets. Of course depending on the level of detail you wanna achieve 3D can be rather time consuming as well. I also think that devs hope to reach a wider audience with 3D.

thierrybrim.bsky.social•82 days ago

True, it takes time to push pixels.

Plus with an hd look, I guess its easier to iterate on animations or scaling effects and such.

Scaling or rotating anything in pixel art is a pain xD

henrimikaelt.bsky.social•82 days ago

HLD had such awesome, unique vibes. Was really looking forward to what they come up with next but Breaker looks just so plain. Not hating on the devs for not wanting to make the same game again but still a shame.

thierrybrim.bsky.social•82 days ago

Yeah same. I wish Breaker a lot of success, but I'm sad I wont see another pixel game with such a striking style and direction.

ferociousduck.bsky.social•82 days ago

I guess it’s believe that with 3d you can reach wider audience

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