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Restoring the Forest - Capturing the Themes of Kena Through VFX

Offered By: GDC via YouTube

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GDC (Game Developers Conference) Courses Game Development Courses Visual Storytelling Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the intricate visual effects development process behind Kena: Bridge of Spirits in this 29-minute conference talk from the 2022 Visual Effects Summit. Delve into Ember Lab's approach to bringing the game world to life while emphasizing themes of restoration and regrowth. Discover how Nolan Carnahan and the team crafted multilayered VFX to provide real-time feedback as players combat Deadzone corruption and restore the environment's natural beauty. Gain insights into the techniques used to enhance gameplay and storytelling through visual effects in this captivating presentation on game development artistry.

Syllabus

Restoring the Forest: Capturing the Themes of 'Kena' Through VFX


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GDC

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