Historical Recreations and landscapes
Historical recreations and landscapes bring digital world to life.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Amazon and Crystal Dynamics
Crystal dynamics hired experts to make sure the game was as historically accurate as possible. This gave the environmental artists a good feel for the project, even though it did have a lot of fiction in the story as well. The game play is mainly in Central and South America, and playing in the ancient world of Mesoamerican societies better known to many as the Mayan
Assassins Creed
UBISOFT
Even with the thrilling game play they have dedicated time to recreate historically accurate environments. The teams of designers have created environments giving us a feel of what it would be like to walk the streets of Renaissance Florence or medieval Jerusalem. The games stunning land scrapes and attention to detail is breath taking. The architecture has been kept as historically accurate as possible and it is noticeable with the smallest details from the stone work to the beams holding up constructions. If it is a game with historical settings few come close.
AGE OF EMPIRES
Many might question the accuracy behind the game franchise, however there is accuracy when it comes to the visuals. The architecture, armour, siege weapons and ships are all made to be accurate. The game has many inaccuracies, but as a future environmental artist, the assets grab my attention.
RED DEAD REDEMPTION
rock star games
Red Dead Redemption excels in video game design with its authentic depiction of 19th-century America. Players navigate a detailed frontier featuring varied landscapes, inspired by real locations like the Badlands. Towns like Valentine and Rhodes display historical architecture, including saloons and train stations. Elements like horse-drawn carriages and telegraph wires enhance realism, while cultural aspects highlight Old West life. In summary, Red Dead Redemption is a thrilling adventure and a tribute to an important era in American history, boasting impressively accurate environments.
THE SETTLERS
The Settlers: A City-Building and Real-Time Strategy Game
""The Settlers" is a key title in city-building and real-time strategy games. It engages players in establishing and developing a settlement through strategic planning and resource management. Gameplay focuses on resource gathering, building construction, and economic development, requiring effective population management to assign settlers to farming, mining, or crafting essential products.
MANOR LORDS
Playing as a medieval lord immerses you in chivalry and adventure. Your decisions shape your kingdom and its people. Beyond managing land and taxes, you guide your subjects through prosperity and challenges, influencing alliances and loyalty. Not only do you build historically accurate environments but those surrounding are designed to meet the location. Each win or loss builds your legacy, shaping future lore. Your castle symbolizes strength and storytelling, showcasing your character. Introduce romance and transform strategy into a human experience. As you share your journey online, remember your words matter. Capture your audience with the triumphs and struggles of your medieval life, crafting your story intentionally and growing your legend.
