Designing Arcade Computer Game Graphics

An introductory to intermediate level tutorial in designing arcade computer game graphics, focusing on the development of quality 2D graphics. Graphics play a central role in the computer gaming experience, and arcade-style games are no exception.

Book Description

Designing Arcade Computer Game Graphics emphasizes the development of quality graphics for 2D arcade-style computer games, both online and offline, including such topics as game design and documentation, graphics tools, animation, proper color usage, and fonts. Graphic designer and animator Ari Feldman provides a step-by-step example of designing 2D graphics and animation for an arcade-style game.

Table of Contents

• Arcade Games and Computer Arcade Game Platforms
• Designing for Different Display Modes
• Image Compression and Graphic File Formats
• Files and File Management
• Evaluating Graphics Creation Tools
• Essential Graphics Tools
• Color and Arcade Game Graphics
• All About Color Palettes
• Arcade Game Animation
• Fonts and Arcade Games
• Planning Arcade Game Graphics
• Hands-on Arcade Game Project—Fish Dish
• Miscellaneous Topics and Final Thoughts

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