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Why Ghibli-inspired Planet of Lana II is "working against" Unity to achieve its unique 2.5D aesthetic
By Alan Wen published
Believability, not just pixel-art beauty, is the key to the sequel’s alien world.

Why do video games in 2026 still not look as good as this old PS5 Unreal Engine 5 demo?
By Joe Foley published
Devs debate after Epic Games' 2020 tech demo resurfaces.

A video game made from leaves? Why this indie dev is foraging for game art
By Joe Foley published
Räfven Studios finds more than just inspiration in nature.

How retro shooters like R-Type Delta HD Boosted are bringing a cult genre to new players
By Joe Foley, Ian Dean published
Embracer's Martin Lindell and James Wragg analyse the revival of a niche retro gaming genre.

How artists coped with the video game industry layoffs in 2025
By Tanya Combrinck published
Five artists tell us how they have adapted to changes in the demand for game art.

Demon Tides '90s retro design has a surprisingly modern influence
By Alan Wen published
This indie 3D platformer's anime cel-shaded style nods to Nintendo and draws inspiration from Elden Ring.

How R‑Type Delta HD Boosted brought a cult shooter back from obscurity
By Ian Dean published
Why this retro PlayStation game classic remains an influence.

'Lost' Sega Channel games spark peak '90s nostalgia
By Joe Foley published
Discover a missing part of the history of retro gaming.
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