How I made a game with hyper realistic / fantastical 2D graphics!

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In this devlog I share my 1 month journey making an adventure video game using Unity and Photoshop: The White Bird.
This project was a total artistic experiment. I ventured away from my more classic 2D chunky cartoon art style and created a world with more texture and detail, yet still trying to make it feel vibrant, otherworldly and filled with movement!

[Blackthornprod]

Hey everyone! I'm going to Canada for 2 weeks, so having a big devlog in a few days will help keep uploads a little more consistent!
I really hope you enjoy the video AND The White Bird :) All feedback is more than welcome!
Cheers!

[anishsrivatsan]

I played the game, and the artwork is epic! There is a visible evolution in your art, from the dreadful whispers to now. Great job!

[geri]

Loving this more realistic art style Noah, it's has all the personality of all your previous work but with more depth. I for sure takes more time but it's totally worth it. Good job!

[jarzegames]

I just finished playing your game, White Bird, and I must say, not only your games are getting better but your art style is also evolving! Beautiful game!

[katrinacalice]

I love the art in this one so much Noa!!
Really this is a wonderful inspiration for future games, loving the softness and atmosphere so much, as always I give you a huge thumbs up and cheer you on!!

[dannydr]

I always love your artwork, but this is better than I have seen from your artwork before. Great job!

[drax..]

I think he scheduled it on the wrong date

[geniusapple]

I finished it very recently and my, the artwork was absolutely stunning. The gameplay was a real stress-remover. Can't wait to see how you put all this together! 😀

[Steveplays]

This is very cool, BTP! :D
Good luck with your next game!

[_Gamer]

Your arts are beautiful.
Thanks for your tutorials. It helped me with my first game.

[juve]

"The standard process is starting with Gameplay and then working on Story and Art but I did not follow that"

Sounds like GMTK

[papier]

hyper realistic is a kind of strong word lmao

[bingbongbangbingboom]

Jeez you're so talented, I love the style!

[nichegames]

Wow, love the aesthetic. I love your art style.

[nkusters]

Loved the video, end result looks great. I think this type of game is perfect for you; you get to go all-out on your art while not sinking too much time (1m cap is smart); this lets you expand your catalog of small games, continue to make YT videos, etc. Maybe think about making a bundle game of all the stuff you've done; integrate it with a nice menu/progress tracker and put that on Steam for 9.99-14.99.

[diascharumadushan]

3:40 it's happy to see you turning into stylized realistic games... since we know that kinda great undesirable tutorials are coming for us... ❤️ . Your game and 3:40 music track is very syncing and mind relaxing. cheers for creation

[mepaul]

Talented, talented, and talented Noah ! btw i really like you put devlog between the video.

[HelperWesley]

Just in time for premier. 😉

The more I can learn about your art the better. My games always look so bad. 🤣

[lidoazul]

Wow, I really like your realistic artwork, could you make an example tutorial video?

[Skeffles]

Super interesting to hear how you made this! The hyper real style is pretty cool.