Making an Animation for my 3D Pixel Art Game

[@gweatgawivarietydunk]

"Relative Beginner" youre doing something unique and absolutely beautiful, keep at it!

[@happybunnywabbit]

well clearly he isn't a beginner, and has been doing this for... probably years. He's just saying it to downplay his skills (which many of us do) but it's kinda annoying to hear nonetheless.

[@t3ssel8r]

I meant that I am a beginner in character animation, which I am (as I'm sure any experienced animator can tell). I try to make up for it with my extensive programming experience. Sorry for the confusion.

[@guibnv]

@@t3ssel8r Although I completely understand what you mean, you clearly know one thing or two things about animation principles. Fantastic work mate! Curb your impostor syndrome ;] Sorry for bad english, not my native language (irony intended).

[@YThates]

@@happybunnywabbit Sounds like you're just projecting... How can you say someone's not a beginner if you're not in their shoes. It's like when people try to tell me I'm not a self-taught artist when they see my work and they don't know it took me 8 years of trial and error cause when I was self-teaching there were no good tutorials for learning how to draw certain things and paint. Nowadays people have great tutorials online to learn online worry-free so they think I just learned from watching channels and paying for online classes.

[@BigMastah79]

You DO know what relative means, right?

[@RegahP]

?????? this guy literally first time programming procedural stylized smearing like it's second nature... i'm so jealous, i aspire to be this determined to learn and accomplish goals and also be efficient like this, please don't stop doing these videos, it gives so much insight and also greatly inspires me

[@zigfaust]

Dude, i'm not downplaying but you can learn so much in a week with youtube tutorials and basic internet skills. I 100% can see someone with only a weeks worth of learning and practicing at like 4 hours a day being able to do this. *POINTS AT SCREEN* Even you.

[@Raevolpe]

Envious, not jealous

[@braindeveloperdimensional5579]

@@zigfaust I think it depends upon the motivation too. Like I programmed my PixelArt renderer for Web in 3 days but I can't find motivation to complete the mobile design for my portfolio website. I want to do it, but the motivation is so low that it's stalling.

[@omgwat]

Spoiler alert: it's fake. This is all made up for KZbin. He likely spent thousands of hours on his craft and it has taken him years to get to this point. It's becoming more and more common for KZbin game developers to exaggerate their abilities in order to get more views.

[@voidling2632]

@@zigfaust I'm into game design plus programming for 5 years now and still know almost nothing... tutorials didn't helped much with teaching/training my potato brain

[@Sir.Rollback]

The fact that the pixel art of the character and it's animations look hand drawn says a lot about the quality of your shader. I'm really excited about where this project is headed and something tells me you'll be at 100k subs in the near future. Just keep up the good work man. 👌👌👌

[@kryperdev]

I can shock you it is not as "black magic" as you think it is. Shading is mostly toon shader with some color clamping and alpha cleanup. Trees are meshes converted into quads with textures using particle system and baked. Then UVs are moved to simulate wind. Everything is animated then at specific step to make sure it have this "pixel art hand animated" feel. Thats mostly it, it is far from "black magic".

[@alanhasmemes]

@@kryperdev that's black magic to me mate i can barely make a hello world program

[@AdamCYounis]

Amazing, as always. I'm so excited to watch your game come to life!

[@tigerater]

Always so cool to see the people making the tutorials I follow on other peoples tutorials

[@anwill9464]

@@tigerater C

[@froggouk2]

I honestly can't wait to play this, this is sick.

[@Jelkeludo]

These are such a joy to watch! I'm definitely excited to see where this project is going to

[@iankelley9302]

This is, without a doubt, the most unique game dev I've seen. Incredible job!

[@DonQuichotteLiberia]

Wow, you are a complete badass. Arts, engineering, math, all comes together so naturally in your videos. Great work!

[@aaroshdas]

I feel like you have been asked this a lot but, I really like the pixelated look you get in your previous videos and this one. I don't really fully understand many of the descriptions of your past video and although creating that pixelated feel in 3d is simple, you do it in such an awesome way and it looks so nice (the trees and the grass especially). If you wouldn't mind making a tutorial, I think many of us would be grateful.

[@krisztoferbodor1451]

+1 :)

[@happybunnywabbit]

I believe he said after this project is done he will sell the shader at unity marketplace. Thus I don't think he will just give it up for free.

[@Muhammed_English314]

@@happybunnywabbit He well deserves the money!

[@juk-kun]

*_Check this, might help you_* kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqGxmayjo6d3h9k

[@jak3legacy]

I know it came out after your comment but this video of his outlines it pretty well in technical detail kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmfXoWdprL-kptU

[@NotWillGorman]

These workflow/devlog videos are easily one of my favourite things on KZbin. Keep it up!

[@jeffy7621]

I'd play this just for the art, this is so sick, underrated channep

[@edgarfalcaoneto9199]

Your work is amazing, thanks for bringing a comprehensive tutorial and for introducing me to Cascadeur!

[@supermuffinbros4797]

7:04 The transition from animation software to game was very smooth.

[@TheCobyRandal]

Your passion project is coming along beautifully. It's always cool to see the updates you post for it, so thanks for sharing.

[@choppedandspewed]

you just gonna throw in that perfect transition at @7:05 like that and not mention it OKAY FRIEND I SEE YOU

[@logeryx8045]

This looks SO COOL! When this game comes out, I'm buying it straight away. I love pixel art and I always thought that 3D pixel art doesn't look that good, but DAMN! This is perfect. (Speaking about all of your videos)

[@lilpumpupthejam9302]

lmfao

[@kfogo7459]

Man, this is so awesome! I always get a huge urge to return to my game project when i see videos like yours, but at the moment i have no time for free stuff like that unfortunately. Thanks a lot for sharing, i love low resolution and stilized visuals tremendously and you did a great job with the animation, too!

[@rift1067]

Two things I learned from this: - Cascadeur is awesome. I never heard of the program before this video, and the AI-assisted keyframing sounds very interesting. I'll definitely give it a try. - At 6:18, it's ok (and in cases like these encouraged) to keyframe raw joints alongside bones we designate for handling/assistance/master controls. I was always under the impression that I'm making my keyframes too data-heavy by doing this; that I'm doing something wrong with the way I set up my handles as I must rely solely on their keyframes to animate the object. Thank you for clearing that misconception I've had.

[@colorant.colorivo]

This looks INCREDIBLE. Such a good idea. High hopes for your game!

[@valroniclehre193]

For anyone who couldn't tell, the 3D animation software he is using is spelled "Cascadeur". All too often these pro teachers take for granted how hard it can be for someone who just doesn't know the name, or the right button to click.

[@john-davidcarling7164]

Thanks

[@charlieringor4187]

Thanks! but what was the second app used?

[@t3ssel8r]

unity

[@charlieringor4187]

@@t3ssel8r Thank you so much!!!!

[@lukdra]

Gracias estaba buscando de l nombre del programa

[@BlackIndigenousPosse]

I've been playing video games for almost 30 years, and I can count on one hand the number of upcoming games that I've been content to just LOOK at. You've got lightning in a bottle. I'm certain that your success is just a matter of time.

[@stylextv]

Wow! That looks so awesome. Great job!

[@aeyedeyen]

Very exciting as always. Good luck with all your future efforts!!

[@Holdsworthands]

this looks amazing, i really love the design of the character and everything, super inspiring

[@paulroberto2286]

OMG! for years, YEARS! I have been trying to remember the name of the game Hyper light drifters, I played it when I was in middle school but couldn't remember the name. That intro clip was what I needed! Thank you so much :D

[@larsbliss-miller8957]

Keep it up, man! Your devlogs are always super inspiring. Look forward to seeing more 👍

[@sigitsatriap6505]

I really love your art style !

[@eboatwright_]

I know this video is older, but I just wanted to say how amazing it looks! It looks so crispy but smooth at the same time. Great work!

[@tffbwd1]

how does animation look crispy

[@shreyasbhattacharya1659]

For the quality of stuff you produce, underrated!! Amazing stuff. I'm also considering starting gamedev i dono

[@AnOrdinaryDaisy]

these videos are incredible well made and entertaining, you really deserve more recognition for them. incredibly great job

[@drominus3875]

I’ve also been looking into 3d pixel art as I wanted pixel art aesthetics, but faster 3d workflow. Nice trick you did to simulate older style animations.

[@mod8077]

This is gorgeous and incredible man, keep it up, very excited to see what comes next

[@saultoons]

Looks dope! Nice work :D

[@captainhoneybee8435]

Why, hello there stranger ^^ didn't expect to find you down here

[@saultoons]

@@captainhoneybee8435 ello :D

[@delfinal7560]

Thank you so much, you beautiful human being. I am so grateful.

[@DokterKaj]

Underrated as heck. Can't wait to see what else you have in store!

[@hanainoshishi3826]

This makes me want to create a game myself! You make it look so easy and amazing (which it really isnt). I cant wait to see more from you :)

[@ItsPBUH]

Amazing work, I like how the right leg stomps as the player swings, nice touch :)

[@dersps5905]

I always wanted to make a 3D pixel art game, but I knew that I wouldn't be able to do it, so seeing the idea in such good hands is very relieving :D

[@remy7005]

love these process videos, looks great, keep it up!

[@rivall8105]

literally makiing my dream game. I really like the 3D pixel art look

[@spaceowl5957]

It looks SO COOL! I rarely play video games and I probably won’t play this, but the devlogs are absolute gold content. Please make more!

[@DarthBiomech]

Nice to see that somebody had stumbled upon the idea of using 3d to simulate pixel art as well.

[@renatorodrigobs79]

Amazing!!! Waiting for your future lessons and courses !

[@Alphawolfinify]

Can't wait for your game to come out. Jump on the train fellow game dev. Subbed

[@ignOxy]

this is amazing, what I'd give for a hack and slash with this attention to detail (maybe even procedurally generated rooms and a massive weapon selection!)

[@ant1fact]

Thanks a lot for the tips & good luck with the further development of the game :)

[@koruganehiroki7364]

Man you've just became my inspiration making game style like this, im a growing tech artist who specialise in rigging , animation now im beginning to learn unity coding as well cuz of your work

[@shtml54]

Thanks, This really helped me for Animating a fight scene.

[@NotASpyReally]

This is amazing. I wanna make a game like this too!!

[@dataslaughter]

Me too!

[@AxZelAnimations30]

The 3D Animation's giving motivating vibe. It's so good

[@xXKIKOXx0]

i literally clapped at the end. the end product turned out amazingly cool! inspired me to give it a try :D thank u !

[@vismince]

it is amazing to see how much we progress with graphics each passing day. Just baffling how beautiful it all comes together, great work bud!

[@trandangkhoa9402]

IT WORKED, THANKS I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS FOREVER, BUT NO TUTORIAL COULD EXPLAIN IT AS YOU DID

[@pachucodreams]

Everything I've wanted to see in a pixel art game. Looks beautiful.

[@pachucodreams]

Did you teach yourself to code? And if so, what language? And is this Unity? Apologies for the questions, just feeling very inspired by seeing your work! Makes me wanna persevere and continue making my game.

[@samuraikina5908]

Your game is really cool, 3d pixel art is definetly one of the best type of art ive seen. And your ai also looks dope. Hope to see more devlogs

[@grzesiek9514]

It's amazing how good it looks. Just by looking at it, I would like to do something myself. I like how simple the model and animation are. So simple in fact that after you refine shaders and everything, adding content should be pretty straight forward. I watch every video of yours with pure envy ;p

[@0xkero]

It's great t3ssel8r, great job 😍

[@alex.inokuchi]

really captivating take on the pixel art style, looking to watching the development of your game!

[@SlowDownYT]

I'm really looking forward to it

[@noiJadisCailleach]

One of my most anticipated projects ever since i discovered it. More than the game, i wish that the engine will be made available public, whether paid or unpaid.

[@aerion4077]

I love this art style and your animations. this is so inspiring, one day i might have enough practice and experience to do this well.

[@shahriarshatil9486]

Bro this is awesom!!

[@sugaristhenewwhite]

i was so happy when you noticed that slashing animation was very stiff, many overlook such small but important details.

[@SamiTheAnxiousBean]

I love how this looks Amazing job!!!

[@gunweizard6125]

PIXEL ART GAMES NEED TO COME BACK!!! AND YOU JUST FOUND THE PERFECT CROSS OVER MEDIUM!!! This is godly my dude, keep it up!

[@BirdieDev]

Your videos are goddamn amazing man, you're a renaissance man of game dev - doing art direction, game design, animation, programming, vfx, video editing, and education all at once. Bravo!!

[@jean-philippegrenier120]

ohhhh, the smear mesh for the sword strike is such a nice touch

[@tilawn7867]

I would love to create games myself but I gave up long time ago, happy to see you achieve these things!

[@kaden8700]

Just beginning my journey now..... I know nothing rn 😂

[@sleepingsandwich63]

bro I clicked on this video not knowing anything and I have to immediately give it a like just for that animation, I want a whole game lookin like this holy crap

[@isto_inc]

Holy moly, i just discovered this channel. This is incredible

[@candygonemad]

Dang that's so cool, cascadeur seems awesome, I love the onion skin feature. And the smear shader is amazing

[@anarup916]

The animation is SO SMOOTH GOD DAMN

[@abdullahalbraiky5956]

this is way too advanced for me to take notes right now. yet I watched the full video. great work

[@ddates.12]

man this looks absolutely amazing its really coming together

[@leesin5875]

You're killing it man!!! keep up the good work

[@ohboi3744]

Sheessh this a banger man, honestly can't wait to play this

[@Juksemakeren]

Good job! (The name of the animating software is Cascadeur for those (like me) who had trouble hearing it right)

[@regularguy3879]

this artstyle is amazing man! i like the production value of your videos, keep it up

[@Awesomer929]

absolutely beautiful work🔥

[@sebastienmichel5866]

That’s amazing.

[@ff-qf1th]

This is amazing!! it is so valuable to me as an aspiring developer to see your process. thank you for sharing :)

[@OhBoy_IWasUsingMyRealName]

I have been trying to achieve a similar artistic style. (I am using different softwares and workflow and a completely different game. But it is nice to see something similar to inspire me)

[@sacobred8400]

cant wait for the next devlog, this looks so good

[@shirleyalaybien]

i've always loved these kind of games

[@MegaRansel]

thanks for the content you bring, I really like these themes, indies, pixelart and animation

[@noxabellus]

Wow absolutely flawless aesthetic as usual

[@gac_films842]

insane job! (I'm that guy from reddit btw)

[@madmen6544]

This makes me wish that I had more experience in blender and other animation software, just so I could help you make this game. It's fantastic.

[@ravenzaphara5513]

hey wow this is really cool. this is giving me really good ideas for my own projects. i've never heard of the animation software you're using, and you make everything seem so intuitive.

[@lukenast5758]

You're video inspired me to come up with such a good idea that I think I have to pursue some game development so I can see it become a reality

[@ladymushroom9485]

You're doing some really remarkable work, and I wish I could like this video more than once.

[@Vicious987313]

this looks really cool! i like how you talk about work process, very inspiring :)

[@weplay9463]

that's one good skills to share

[@astral-br4gb]

literally cant wait for when you finish this game keep it up big man =D

[@qasderfful]

That's some really cool animations, I have to say. Wish you all the best!

[@Soyaa]

Genius as always

[@t3ssel8r]

you're too kind :) I like what you have going with freestyle in blender as well. very cool.

[@Soyaa]

@@t3ssel8r thanks ! ^^ the tools, shaders and workflow you are making are absolutly fascinating!

[@kimeromakinoha]

yoooo that looks so cool!! i love it!!

[@DR4GON8IT3music]

I know basic blender stuff - but never went deep into animation... Your video was really fun to watch and the animation looks awesome :D Looks like you know your craft well, all the best ✌

[@Eclipsed_Archon]

I have never been more impressed

[@DemonicSenpai]

Man this awesome in so many levels, keep it up!