Using Color To Create Cinematic Pixel Art Scenes

[@CheffyJr]

I can’t wait for this game to be released! It has been so much fun watching this game grow! Your amazing!

[@kunfupanda1231]

Yay always love to see more devlogs and progress on the game from you! Your pixel art is so good

[@KelseyRodriguez]

whenever a new video on this channel drops I drop everything and RUN to watch, great work as always

[@dred_dreamr]

that scene looks so good! perhaps adding a parallax affect to the buildings in the gaps below the main walkway could help to make it feel more realistic and part of a greater system?

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks! Yup planning on have several layers. So those background buildings will have some parralax, and might add some bigger objects in forground with some parallax

[@the-one-the-only]

@@PixelArchitect Hi what program do you use? Love the art btw.

[@PixelArchitect]

@@the-one-the-only Thanks :) Using photoshop for art, and Unity for the game

[@SharkyGamess]

Just incredible... so talented.

[@cheese3640]

Love that you featured Eastward toward the end - that game honestly has some of the best art I’ve ever seen. This was a great video, really informative!

[@lofi-lila]

Yay a new devlog! I always love watching your ideas come to life

[@GrahamOfLegend]

Such beautiful work! Great job as always. Color is essential, yet not enough people understand how to use it and how impactful It can be. Also, the classic Teal & Orange movie look! Never fails.

[@yo5tan]

I wasn't convinced at first, as you seemed to be taking a very global approach to lighting, as opposed to the directional lighting of film, but the source lighting at the end really made it!

[@kc-me6wl]

Yesssssssssss!!!! So happy!!! Thank you! Literally you, thinMatrix and DevDuck uploaded recently! Happy days!

[@AM-qk7ox]

I have feedback. I want more frequent devlogs 😢 but I'm sure you're busy actually building the game so I'm not complaining! Would love to see an overview of where it's all at right now 😊

[@PixelArchitect]

Yeah it's been pretty hectic these few months trying to manage everything. I'm making a video every two months - will probably make a devlog for the next video :)

[@AM-qk7ox]

@@PixelArchitect no stress, you do what you gotta do man! I'm just excited about it, as I'm sure many others are too :)

[@alexthompson8977]

@@PixelArchitect how exactly do you do the scenes for the game? Do you draw the entire background and import it as an image?

[@jessiezheng190]

I admit that I normally do not comment on videos, and this is my first time in a long time. But the work you produce and the videos are always such high quality that I just want to show my support through a comment. I have been following your game for 2ish years now, and I have been excited for the game's release ever since. Seeing the quality of the art and videos increase over the years has made me so excited and interested for what you have coming next! Congratulations on getting your Alpha out!! I was looking forward to watching people play but unfortunately I haven't seen much content strangely (I wasn't able to donate for the alpha release). I just had one question though--do you still plan on releasing the full game in September? Since the alpha was pushed back a few months, I was wondering if the same would be said for the actual game. I would love for it to come out in September (that's my birthday!). Thank you so much for your work! I look forward to all future videos and updates you have for us :)

[@rcylarga]

I'M SO HYPED FOR CHEF RPG! Just saw the gameplay preview on Sharky's channel.

[@jassass1n]

just wanted to say great work with everything bro. we’re all excited for this and i have a great deal of trust in the way you talk about your process that this game is gonna be detailed and alive and great. carry on with your greatness my man!

[@taketheleep]

Fascinating process made even better by the always stellar results.

[@chiuistro]

I love these updates, the game already looks so good and I look forward to being able to play it! Keep up the good work!

[@AquaticMammalOnBicycle]

I can’t believe how good the art/environments look. Great work.

[@RainierFajardoProduction]

*Hey Noah!* *Because of you I started making my own game!! Thanks for inspiring me*

[@randomolli]

Love how clearly you explained the progress. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@stinkmeaner8189]

i'm soooo happyyyy a new video!

[@guillaumepierre861]

Le Demi Tramé 😂😂😂 Je n'arrive pas à m'en remettre ! Très belle composition et choix de couleurs au fait ! Merci pour la vidéo ! Le Demi Tramé 😂😂😂 I can't get over it! Nice composition and color choice by the way! Thanks for the video!

[@Widmouno]

I can hardly wait for this game man. It looks incredible!

[@momo-rc3zv]

I'm really excited for this to come true! good jop!! and I will wait for your next update

[@ems6553]

i can't wait for the game to be released aaaaaaaa so exciteddddd

[@t_4ur4s94]

Dude this is so cool, to say i can’t wait for this game is an understatement

[@Sourla]

The return of the king!

[@omelettttttteeeeeee]

really great content. you have an amazing art style, and really valuable insights into how to make beautiful areas in games. your style is unique. looking forward to trying out your game.

[@carlosmartinezsanchez2144]

Keep pushing forward!!

[@DesDes010]

I’m already in love with this game 😭

[@MasterOogwayWisdom]

This video is a great way to show people your experience and how you Color things great video

[@efrenmosqueda6364]

You should add a detail that NPC uses umbrella while raining

[@PixelArchitect]

It would look nice for sure!

[@jackatk]

8:48 Auld Lang Sine lofi hiphop beat? Lmao I like it

[@Dani_1012]

You will be providing a map of the whole town right? Cause it looks rather big and it'd be helpful, plus I love maps 😅

[@PixelArchitect]

Yup, there will be a minimap!

[@snowshinobi1142]

"Babe wake up. Pixel Architect dropped a new video"

[@ochi204]

You make pixel art way too cool. It's always a pleasure to watch your videos!!!

[@furretnamedwalcc410]

you cannot IMAGINE my happiness at the sight of your new videos

[@neljuwow526]

Damn it's so goood! what app do you use for that camera focusing? dang it really is one of a kind work!

[@Timpers]

theres not much pixel art content on youtube so im always looking out for your amazing videos!

[@connormchale2039]

This is really cool! How do you manage the perspective on everything? Do you have guidelines?

[@fncore]

Always a blessing to see your creative process. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to your game!

[@CreatureMind]

I love how you mentioned in the beginning that your earlier drawings lacked depth and were faded, and how you aim to incorporate the bold influence from movies into your artwork. However, your final scene in 10:12, the colors appear too faded and dull. compare the scene in 10:32 (that was perfect), In my opinion, it would be better to make the orange and red colors more prominent, similar to how they appear at 9:17. Additionally, I suggest removing the black lines from the background to achieve a simpler look, as you did with the bricks in front of it. You could also add a black layer on top and adjust the opacity until it looks optimal. Despite this, I find the scene overall very intriguing. If I may suggest, adding some smoke above the chimneys and around different tubes, as well as from the bottom, could enhance the scene further.

[@PixelArchitect]

I actually ended up fading the whole drawing in the end, since I noticed the drawing was too saturated compared to the characters. The rest of the game is a similar saturation level so I didn't want to make it inconsistent (less saturated than Stardew valley, bit more saturated than Eastward). I'll probably add darker overlays around some areas and will use some lighting effects in Unity to balance everything out. And can definately add smoke once in Unity :)

[@animeheven4641]

I have a question for the community... If I want to make a game like this does it requires prior programming knowledge? Or do u just pick things up as you go? Any are appreciated. 😊

[@oelczretaw4339]

Glad youre back here! Also would you by any chance will sell the game with an artbook or so? Wasnt able to support you through the kickstarter

[@PixelArchitect]

We might have some extra left over after the first print, or we might print another small batch afterwards. If you send me a message after the game release, we can work it out :)

[@oelczretaw4339]

@@PixelArchitect thank you so much! We will wait for your game ✨

[@jakobrothkamm7133]

This is super random and doesn't really have anything to do with this video, but i just wanted to say that to me the "target ring" for hunting looks a bit off. Maybe it's because it's so round and everything else is just pixels. Anyway I love the game and will 100% buy it once it comes out, keep it up!

[@comradechonky6328]

your pixel art is insane. Did you ever think to make a course or tutorials on youtube

[@teddywilliams2512]

I think the awning should have been slightly lit, too! on top of the fabric underneath le demi trempe

[@cedricdiepeveenx]

Finally a new video, I love your art and I know your game will blow up

[@major.1352]

Unless you have already, can you please add a zone inspired by the Italian coast line architecture? Love your stuff.❤

[@SyemaAilia]

What amazing inspiring work. I wish I could make myself do this without fear of failure :(

[@Natasha_-sm3iq]

The game look so beautiful and cozy somehow! i cant wait for the game. is it going to be available in switch?

[@PixelArchitect]

Yup! Will take a while but will eventually go to Switch :)

[@arkangelmerici1170]

Besides your approach to design, I love how you use colors! Really exited each time you post a video. Thank you very much!!

[@charleswildmore9188]

you need to fix your character sprites

[@katfrostenson]

This is awesome! Do you use a tablet for this?? Or a mouse and keyboard? I’ve been wanting to try some art like this (:

[@Pivot-Shorts]

Really looking forward to see the different uses of color in this game. It is already very atmospheric with a distinct style!

[@nicolefield1539]

I preordered the game I look forward to playing 😊

[@ognjenkonatar228]

is the game going to be free ?

[@spir013]

I adore your videos, I just found out about you recently, and I already binged watched A LOT of your content! For some unknown reasons, watching a video of yours before I start study everyday (computer science), gives me so much motivation and ideas. I have no idea why, but the way you are thinking is different than most people and very unique and it is fascinating to hear what you have to say, and implement it in other fields as well. Thank you very much for sharing!

[@gmg1815]

Hello, I have been following the progress of this game for a while and I think it looks beautiful and I'm a big fan for pixel art and games and I really thought that this will be a great game and might as well be a classic game for people like me, but I do have one question does this game will be available for ios and mobile?, cause I'm a student and that reason I can't use my PC or Mac for any gaming purposes so my fellow students who have no spare time using those gadget my phone is my only relaxation for my gaming needs, I hope you'll answer have a good day.

[@evanchilson9829]

I'm currently going to school for Architecture (I'm procrastinating building my final model for the semester by watching this lmao), and I think its super interesting to see how you approach things from that perspective. Couldn't agree more about how the use of color isn't talked about enough. Idk what else to say but I love your channel and am super interested in seeing this project develop. Keep up the great work!

[@TheToneBender]

I feel like the Eiffel tower arch-thing has too much light hitting the ends of the arch. Those bits are too vertical imo to catch the light. Maybe a weaker light should hit those edges.

[@kirukanya]

Thank you for making these videos, it's really insightful to know your process behind doing art and game dev, and it's really cool how architecture helps you in unexpected ways too :0 All the best, can't wait for the game!

[@norochmusic]

interesting look behind the scenes, enjoying the videos, looking forward to playing it! missed the kickstarter unfortunately

[@urkalka]

Sorry, I always loved your videos and was inspired by your game a lot. The question I had for a long time is what coding software do you use?

[@jeancutie27]

So excited for this game and I've been following your devlogs for a while ❤️ love how it's set in the future and there's so many anime references and influence from futuristic punk asia scenes we see in films as well. As an Asian, I love seeing these references and even chinese characters in signages in your game!! vv excited and pumped for this 🎉

[@Dcypha1988]

My God, I cannot wait for this to be released! Ill be grabbing it straight away, it looks stunning!

[@livanbard]

You underestimate a player capacity to discover what is interactive and what is not. Such way of thinking is very obnoxious and leading to increasingly worse games.

[@JonnoDavies1]

Your videos are so inspirational. I have been drafting my own concept for a game thanks to the motivation your videos have given me. I missed the kickstarter, but come pay day I will be pre-ordering! A couple of questions: Where is the best place to buy / pre-order where you as the creator get the biggest cut? What pixel size ration did you use for characters? I'd like to try and set a bench mark and use your videos as sort of a rough guide (Don't worry, I won't be stealing anything, my game is going to be Sci-fi!) Thanks in advance :)

[@melonafawn]

Hi there, I just wanted to recommend Josh (from Josh’s Gaming Garden) as a playtester for the demo! He’s one of my favourite life sim gamers and he makes really good reviews, so I’d love to see him play your game :) I saw Sharky play it and I loved it, so I just wanted to recommend another gamer as well

[@alexknn15]

Can you please make a video of how you make sprites and transfer your drawings into Unity? Especially interested in outside environment, but I would like if you could explain about interiours, houses, etc. also.

[@TruongNguyen-bl4vd]

Are you thinking of redesigning the face of the avatars? I think with how fabulous everything else looks, but face seems a bit bland, emotionalless. Perhaps improve on it, and make the characters seem a whole lot more lively.

[@Grace-ox6lh]

Hi! I know this might be a bit late in the process but I feel like there’s a bit of disconnect with the cover art and the game. It would be cool if it incorporated more of the pixel art and cyber aspects instead of the anime style! To make it more individualistic and custom. Those are just my thoughts, love the game btw!!

[@andrewmenees473]

I understand these are devlogs and not necessarily tutorials, but do you have a video about how to move this from an art file in photoshop to a functioning, interactive map in unity? I love your vids and they're super helpful for art, but I'm curious how to implement this art well on a game dev level.

[@sarahcardenass]

You are talented and I love watching your videos! If you wouldn’t mind, what apps or programs do use for this process?

[@sunny99179]

i really want to play your game, but i think you could make something like patreon style,always keep updating or DLCs..i dont know how to say but your game has potential,1 year ago i say your game and inspired me so much,i could not keep on pace to develop mine for personal issues,this week im back learning a lot about game development and you inspiring me again. thank you

[@anthonyontv]

Bro you should have put a dragon or something in the game. That way we can kill it and have a way to gain xp.

[@Aquillyne]

The final step knocked back the saturation a lot. no that looks worse. Maybe keep the saturation in the light at least.

[@mitchellmunar5189]

Love your channel. Added your game to my wishlist. Could you do a video or list in the description some of the tools you use and found to be the most useful? Do you use a drawing tablet or just mouse? Thanks

[@evasilvertant]

Looks great! However, I think you put the highlights on the metal framework on the wrong side. Unless there is light up there that we aren’t aware of. I think I would make the highlights in the environment more dependent on the light sources we can see in the scene.

[@gotthis5613]

Is it too late to change the name of the game? calling this chef rpg is like calling stardew valley farm rpg, I'm pretty sure it would have sold less if the developer named it that, its soo bland, why not name it after the town/city combined with like a myserious sub title referencing mysterious things or something

[@shanenestor8234]

As some constructive criticism to the design of the scene, I feel like the archway on the right side looks like it doesn't make sense. Shouldn't it be connected to a larger structure there instead of a vertical line? Also, the vertical metal structure in the center, this one doesn't stand out as much because someone can imagine what might be the purpose of the beam, but just another thing I thought of. Anyways the color palette and look of the scene is great! just think maybe some design tweaks could make it look even better!

[@Matewoo_LKB]

Wow, it looks so good! Just amazing

[@joaquincortes9767]

Dude your pixel art is really asome! I been watching these last days, some of your old videos, and the're pretty good! I hope all goes great with your proyects and games! I dunno if you could answer me a question I got about some stuff for unity? I just welp would like to know how do you do to put your asome pixel art places as background on the game? in general I saw some videos but they all tells about how to do it by tilesets, but I am not sure if is that what I want or so. anycase, it dosent matter if there is not reply about it, I gonna keep watching your pixel ar work for inspirations!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks Joaquin! I personally haven't tried tilesets, but I know they are useful if you want to create some maps quickly or do procedural generation. For this game, the backgrounds are essentially uploaded into Unity as one big png. But you still need to figure out which images need to be sorted in the front, which ones are in the back, and which ones need to be dynamically sorted, and will need to seperate those sprites from each other. Unity allows you to assign images to different layers to determine which items are rendered first

[@joaquincortes9767]

@@PixelArchitect OH! okay I think I got it, thats pretty neat of unity, have a way to organize layers for different images let you be able to do so much things in scene. Awasome! your work is looking really good! Thanks a lot for the reply! I would keep give an eye on your next videos and proyects! ☺

[@GamerAlexLegends]

bro i was finding a game like this. This game's artstyle touched my heart. I wanna play this game. When it eill release? Can u tell me?

[@meganmueller]

How did you script the character movement on stairs? I’m making an rpg, and I’m not sure how to do that. ❤

[@liliowo8568]

I would love it when you could play it on mobile devices, sadly I can't effort a pc or switch.

[@TackerTacker]

Cool video, but you don't explain the final step at all, ❓ the final result is changing the entire color palette out for more desaturated colors and gives the entire piece a different look and feel.

[@milleliza1490]

Hello! I can't wait for this game to be available! Is it possible for this to be played on a mobile phone?

[@harsrsraerear2599]

can u make a pixel map town using only rtp from rpg maker? any of you choice, big fan, hugs

[@ellabee1858]

A true master at work. Your game is going to be amazing.

[@Tzinacacihuatl]

Omg yesssss I've been waiting for another one of your videos !!!

[@cryingwatercolours]

i was just wondering when the next video would be up! so excited!

[@BrodyJones]

Please hurry up and get this game out in alpha or early release! I swear I check every week or twice a week for anything new ❤

[@queehosu3643]

please make the game easily moddable since modders can make a game 100x better than it already is and its a great way to make sure a game will be alive for longer

[@ElbiAdajew]

Which software are you using for pixelart?

[@pulpaulaa9173]

Your videos make me so happy and inspire me so much

[@TRAVELERCAT-v9m]

You're such a powerhouse it's ridiculous ☢️

[@salmanhusaini7333]

your channel is my absolute favorite

[@isuelenantunes]

I discovered your game recently, and I confess that I'm looking forward to its release!! I love games with pixel art graphics and style. When I was in high school my dream was to study game design at college, this will always be my passion. Success for you, I'm sure this game will be a success I can't wait to play it. Directly from Brazil.

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks Suelen! Best of luck in pursing your passion! I would suggest working on some side projects if you have the time. Sometimes school doesn't teach everything you need. With side projects, you get to work on projects that are more interesting for you :)

[@HomeSliceGame]

@@PixelArchitect You are such an amazing inspiration! Keep up all the great work

[@SnackIsAName]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS AND YOUR VOICE !!!!!!!

[@NickPeters-vg8pm]

Can´t wait to see more of the creation process. It is stunning.