Castlevania is a multi-generational video game series developed and published by Konami. The franchise was first released in 1986, but has evolved from a side-scrolling platformer into a full-scale adventure series – and has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. The series is a fan-favourite, and has influenced generation after generation of games since first being released.
Fans of Castlevania will covet this opportunity to learn all there is to know about the development of the animated series with this beautifu, expertly designed, full color, hardcover art book featuring concept art and commentary from all four seasons of the hit animated series. Gothic adventure and horror abound in Netflix's Castlevania. Now explore the work behind the scenes of the popular show that was originally inspired by the classic video games! Hundreds of pieces of ultra-detailed artwork are contained in these pages, including stunning, never-before-seen illustrations of monsters, characters, and environments. Experience the labor of love expressed while adapting the design for Dracula's castle, and get a closer look at the intricacies of each prop's fastidiously created components!
The second edition of Game Anim expands upon the first edition with an all-new chapter on 2D and Pixel Art Animation, an enhanced mocap chapter covering the latest developments in Motion Matching, and even more interviews with top professionals in the field. Combined with everything in the first edition, this updated edition provides the reader with an even more comprehensive understanding of all areas of video game animation – from small indie projects to the latest AAA blockbusters. Key Features • New 2nd Edition Content: An all-new chapter on 2D and Pixel Art Animation, Motion Matching, and more • 20 Years of Insight: Accumulated knowledge from 2 decades of experience in all areas of game animation. • The 5 Fundamentals: Reinterprets the classic 12 animation principles and sets out 5 new fundamentals for great game animation. • Full Production Cycle: Walks through every stage of a game production from the animator’s perspective. • Animator Interviews: Notable game animators offer behind-the-scenes stories, tips, and advice. • Free Animation Rig: Free "AZRI" maya rig, tutorials and other resources on the accompanying website: www.gameanim.com/book About The Author Jonathan Cooper is an award-winning video game animator who has brought virtual characters to life professionally since 2000, leading teams on large projects such as the Assassin’s Creed and Mass Effect series, with a focus on memorable stories and characters and cutting-edge video game animation. He has since focused on interactive cinematics in the latest chapters of the DICE and Annie award-winning series Uncharted and The Last of Us. Jonathan has presented at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco and at other conferences across Canada and the United Kingdom. He holds a Bachelor of Design honors degree in animation.
Forty-five colorable images from the fantastical world of The Witcher! Journey along with Geralt, Ciri, Triss, Yennefer, Roach, Shani, and all of your favorite Witcher characters in a variety of fantastic settings . . . all inspired by the hit video game franchise with The Witcher Adult Coloring Book. Featuring uniquely designed and highly detailed black and white illustrations inspired by the games; this compilation of exquisitely crafted images is a must-have for Witcher fans worldwide!
Help the Order of Ecclesia Destroy Dracula! Shanoa has been chosen by the Order of Ecclesia to undergo a ritual that would make her the recipient of the Dominus glyph - a powerful weapon that has been created to destroy Dracula. Before the ritual can be completed, the Dominus glyph is stolen by Shanoa's rival - Albus. Will she be able to wrest the powerful glyph from her adversary? Will Dracula be defeated? A Beacon of Hope in a Dark World Our comprehensive walkthrough guides you through the horrors of Castlevania and the surrounding countryside, pointing out useful treasure, items, and monsters along the way. Dungeon Cartography Our detailed maps show you the best way through each area and pinpoint secret passages, hidden areas, monster locations, and save points. The Bestiary A reference guide to the hideous minions of Castlevania. Discover every monster's weakness, item drops, and glyph. The Armory Learn the location, advantage, and statistics of every relic, accessory, and item in the game. The Crypt Your guide to all of the secrets, special endings, and special game modes that Castlevania[r]: Platform: Nintendo DSGenre: Platformer
Dragon's Dogma is one of the newest franchises from fan-favorite game publisher Capcom, set in a rich world full of dangerous monsters and classic action-RPG style adventure. Dragon's Dogma: Official Design Works collects the development artwork behind this expansive new setting, including character, creature, and weapon designs, plus rough sketches, key visuals, and plenty of creator commentary.
Collects the spectacular artwork behind this legendary fighting game franchise. This book shows you to find character designs, game covers, promotional art, and more. And it's all topped off by a special bonus gallery featuring all-new pin-ups from the hottest artists in comics.
