How I Learned to Create Retro Game Characters

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2 ай бұрын

Here’s my approach, for making retro inspired game characters. From what was originally meant to be a small PS1 study ended up quickly evolving and skipping several generations. Turning into instead a DS/3DS art study.
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Illustration Reference:
Hatsune Miku - Steel Type Trainer by Megumi Mizutani
🐦 PokeMikuVOLTAGE/status/1706609560704942167
Megumi Mizutani
🐦 megtany
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Retro 3D Art Polycount Thread
🔺polycount.com/discussion/226167/retro-3d-art-faq-everything-you-need-to-know-to-create-ps1-n64-dreamcast-etc-3d-art
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Final Model:
💾 skfb.ly/oTyMt
Base Mesh:
⭐ I've decided to make the base mesh free to download. But any donations are very welcome as it supports making more content like this!
💾 skfb.ly/oTxGP
💾 keyframechef.gumroad.com/l/RetroBaseMesh
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Music Used:
🎈Daystar - My small world
🎈Daystar - May your day be cozy
🎈Daystar - Lemon Cake
🎈Daystar - Cosmic Star Candy
🎈Daystar - PM 3
🎈Daystar - Tiramisu Cat
@starryattic
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Gameplay Footage Used:
🎮 Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days By RickyC
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbqXfMyksrfPY2Q.html
🎮 Vagrant Story By Connor
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a62GeJeSnbuwp6s.html
🎮 All other gameplay via Long Play Archive
@longplayarchive
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:19 Breakdown
2:36 Modelling
4:09 UVs
7:18 Textures
10:29 Closing Up
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@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

😳Wow, I can't believe how much support this has gotten. When making the video, my goal was to just hit maybe... 100 views? I was not expecting this level of support at all. Thank you all so much for the encouragement and kind words. It genuinely means a lot. I've started working on a new breakdown video and I can't wait to share it.

@pedroslim2 Ай бұрын

what software are you using ? c:

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

@@pedroslim2 Heya, here's the list of the software I used. 3D Modelling + Rigging + Rendering: Blender Texturing: Substance Painter, 3DCoatTextura, Photoshop

@pedroslim2 Ай бұрын

@@KeyframeChef thanks a lot :D

@loserssuite Ай бұрын

I like your seal playlist

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

@@loserssuite It helps me survive through Mondays.

@caesarfrompersona3fes731 Ай бұрын

pokemon x & y is now retro ladies and gentleman

@SmileyMoe 26 күн бұрын

😂

@ardent-ace27 25 күн бұрын

👨🏻‍🦳

@DelGray 25 күн бұрын

I'm so freaking old

@ChronoMoogle 20 күн бұрын

i hate it here

@Aspway 15 күн бұрын

FUCK.

@crowbuncle5986 Ай бұрын

it terrifies me that the 3DS is retro now, but you perfectly captured the feel of it! this miku activates my 3DS nostalgia!

@WitheringAurora 22 күн бұрын

The 3Ds becomes retro in 2026, so it's close, but not entirely there yet.

@Tophatted 8 күн бұрын

@@WitheringAurorathat’s really scary- I still use my 3DS

@Mienshaos 5 күн бұрын

i still refuse to call ps2 and gamecube retro. yes they're old, but i feel so, so, so gross when i indirectly say they're ancient and outdated lmao

@emiliaargyle Ай бұрын

To achieve consistent and reliable pixel-perfect UV snapping turn on Pixel Grid and change Pivot from "Bounding Box Center" to "Median point". Otherwise you'll have issues with moving multiple vertices at once and will have to manually re-snap them. With this setup no snapping needed at all in fact.

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

OMG THANK YOU! I thought for sure there was a better way, but just couldn't find anything.

@mublank 2 ай бұрын

My home page cooked with the recommendation. Great vid!

@Nbrother1607 Ай бұрын

me 2

@ink_ko Ай бұрын

Very much agreed

@arisenspirit Ай бұрын

Same here

@Insane_enasnI Ай бұрын

Same

@oyshrimp 25 күн бұрын

Same

@fukurouituki129 Ай бұрын

Retro 3D, Hatsune Miku = instant like in the first 10 seconds

@MistaWind Ай бұрын

You know what's kind of funny about learning to create retro game characters? The fact that 20 years ago those models used in N64/Ps2 etc games were the best they could make with what they had. It was the only thing they could make, but now people have to learn how to back peddle to make that style of graphics again because everything is so new and refined.😂

@paolaanimator Ай бұрын

I love that irony too! But on the positive side, it means artists have more freedom now thanks to advancement in technology, so there’s more artistic freedom in doing different styles. There’s realism, semi realism, cartoony, retro inspired, etc.

@FATBOI_GX 2 ай бұрын

Gives off a 3Ds look but with unfiltered textures. Nice

@lit_lee Ай бұрын

if i had a dime every time i saw a game dev or artist get stuck on trying to dial in the style one-to-one i'd be a rich man! "Not one-to-one but inspired" is the best way to go about it and I applaud you for it! Early games devs did what they could at the time, now we can do whatever we want and still be heavily inspired by their masterpieces. Nice job dude, you killed it!

@cowardley Ай бұрын

LEE hi lee

@phyxolatle Ай бұрын

i respect the editing

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

Thank you! This was my first time trying to edit something like this. It's very different to the usual kind of things I do at work. 😅

@DaikonDev_ Ай бұрын

That's is actually perfect, looks more 3DS esque but does it amazingly if you told me this was an enemy trainer on the sun and moon battle tree I would believe you

@miyukisakiko Ай бұрын

I actually liked the way you did that the more retro style its simple but dosent miss anything.

@paxenimzi Ай бұрын

i'm so happy more ppl are getting into making ds/3ds era stuff cuz its such a dope aesthetic ^^ great video! def gonna reopen blender after seeing this o7

@TheExFatal Ай бұрын

friend, "yap" more about the technicalities - that's an integral part of these kind of videos. subbed

@henryisaway Ай бұрын

I don't even 3D model but holy hell, this was quality production - got me hooked all the way to the ending. Amazing stuff!

@Hexatunes Ай бұрын

Retro 3DS style collab Miku was a blessing for my eyes; this is criminally underrated!!!!! You cooked so hard!!!!!!

@parmesanzero7678 23 күн бұрын

We’ve really forgotten how the move to the PS1 and N64 was a step backwards in visual aesthetic. It was a huge adjustment moving to 3D and a huge cost in graphics processing that took away from the detail and techniques learned in the pixel art era. You also have to bear in mind that effective use of graphics for CRT was not a matter of using a square pixel grid. Bleed could be used to great effect.

@bilskirnir_ Ай бұрын

I've watch quite a few videos discussing retro 3D modeling. This one has been very concise and useful with it's information. Along with supporting further reading to dive deeper into the content. Nice.

@danyGamerCZ Ай бұрын

Amazing! I could imagine even some MMORPG this heavily stilized. Which is slowly becoming my dream.

@Etce Ай бұрын

This video is absolutely amazing and inspiring. I love the editing and everything about it is just magic.

@NothingHereForYou Ай бұрын

cant wait to start seeing 3ds looking indie games. Right now indie games are still kinda stuck in the snes ps1 look for the most part

@scrufs Ай бұрын

what!! This is exactly the kinda style I wanna learn for my own 3D models- This video is hella well edited too- You're gonna go far in ur channel, I'm betting it

@lacruzo Ай бұрын

This was such a great video. The editing was on point and I absolutely adore the model, keep it up!

@WizbizMcBrix Ай бұрын

This is fascinating, and super helpful. Like it's not a tutorial, but gives an idea for the amount of work that goes into creating a retro-inspired model, while also giving some direction. I think I'm going to try to play around with this stuff because of this video, so thank you!

@paolaanimator Ай бұрын

Great video editing and the model, textures and animations came out beautifully! I’ve been very invested into the retro style games as well.

@mercurymoon9344 2 ай бұрын

I’m actually glad I came across this video. I just love the look of low-poly models, especially from the PS2 or N64. And when I saw you make that 3D model of Miku I was really interested in how you made it cause it just looked, so good!

@sanana3803 Ай бұрын

Have I ever touched 3D art? No. Yet, I can't help but be inspired by your work!! This is awesome!!

@otumei Ай бұрын

this video is soo well edited. I was shocked to realize it hadn't yet gone viral. seriously, the model is beautiful!! (also you should like totally consider opening up commissions hahaaa))

@sarastagnitto3159 Ай бұрын

I actually really love your style you make them look so cute while also keeping the old aesthetic

@JYK-F1211 Ай бұрын

I just got your vid in my recommended and it’s really good I love the transition designs they look really clean and I also really appreciate that you explain why you do somthing and showing a reference for both instances

@senflyer- Ай бұрын

Love this! The character looks so cool!

@YSUKiwi 26 күн бұрын

Wow! Fantastic results with the Miku here. You captured the style you were going for perfectly, such a great breakdown of your process and exactly how you did it. What I think is really underrated was the editing of the video! Everything came across incredibly well specifically because of how you presented it. Really refreshing to see someone share their process AND put together a good explanation of it with good visuals. Really special video

@marcoshenriquearrudadasilv1135 Ай бұрын

The production value is stunning. I really love the outcome! Hope you get the views you deserve for that work soon

@isefol 26 күн бұрын

This looks so amazing, literally perfect guide and perfect work

@ItsWindHere Ай бұрын

Incredible work! I love your presentation, editing, and everything in between

@kthekara Ай бұрын

hopes this gets a million views, your editing is so relaxing and your skills are incredibly apparent

@TheOnlyDang 2 ай бұрын

Keep up the good work!! Looking forward to more content 😍

@ozzi9816 Ай бұрын

Very nice video!! Especially for your very first! Honestly the higher fidelity is nice, because it feels like one of the reasons the PSX style is so popular is because amateur artists can "get away" with a lower fidelity, whether that be for skill based or logistics based reasons (since making a game takes quite a few assets!). No shade to anyone who does that, but it is nice seeing someone who does have the art skills take advantage of them like this. It would be cool to see a "PS2" style attempted next since that's the console generation I grew up with and I don't feel like it gets nearly as much love... Also, I like your philosophy of "Not one-to-one but inspired", I definitely think that's the way to handle it. The devs of Shovel Knight once said "the goal isn't to make a game exactly like it used to be made, it's to make a game the way people remember the game being" (regarding them cheating and using more colors than the 8bit era supported for their graphics).

@CarJackITN 2 ай бұрын

Really loved what you did ! You really nailed it !

@gothtechsupport2337 Ай бұрын

so cute, love the model. def made me super nostalgic for my first DS

@xgotenx1 Ай бұрын

That's really amazing, I'm fascinated by this model

@-nomi.- Ай бұрын

The end product is amazing and the video is just as good. First time I've subbed in under 5min in ages

@toasterfire Ай бұрын

Everything ab this vid was fantastic. The actual content was good. The art was good. The editing was good. It was a joy to watch. Keep it up!

@KVMII Ай бұрын

Editing and overall style of your video is great. Loved it.

@SetterGameDev Ай бұрын

Great editing and modelling style, keep the good work!

@wasabidono2522 Ай бұрын

looking forward for more of your art and tutorials!

@Revelde001 Ай бұрын

This is crazy for a first video. Really inspiring bro keep it up

@artificiallightk Ай бұрын

Very cute ! I know nothing about 3D modelling but it was nice to see your process anyways

@XanttheInversi Ай бұрын

Loved this!!! Looking forward to more of your work

@alexaa.8598 Ай бұрын

Great video! I dont usually comment on videos but your art is incredible, hope to see more from you

@WanderyenErin Ай бұрын

Beautiful work 🥰 Thank you very much for the video!

@zedxspecturm4698 Ай бұрын

This is great thanks, I 3d model but struggle with texturing and finalizing my work. this gives me some ideas to try out!

@JessicaNevesLago Ай бұрын

Okay, I LOVE the low poly/retro style, new subscriber ❤

@perhaps.........4108 Ай бұрын

The finished product looks awesome, and I love the editing on this video. Definitely subscribing, can't wait to see more from you! 😁

@SomaSpice Ай бұрын

Excellent overview dude. I'll be using this as reference soon enough :)

@mels287 Ай бұрын

Amazing Video! Everything is so well explained and shown! This will be a huge Help! Have an awesome day 😁

@ElioAurum Ай бұрын

that face texture is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Great work!

@Pretentigon Ай бұрын

love the ds look so much. Planning on making a game in the style!!

@tcg2717 Ай бұрын

Great stuff man. It's clear how much time and effort you put into the editing and getting the point across. I think you'll grow super quickly :)

@queendiamond770 Күн бұрын

OMG OMG I've been thinking of learning something like this for so long so thank you for this video!!! Thank you so much for not keeping your secrets lol as an artist I'm always giving tips away to others too

@TopatTom Ай бұрын

Underrated channel, love it mate keep it up!

@gareths Ай бұрын

sick video, also wonderful character design.

@mahimeghan Ай бұрын

I don’t entirely understand this video yet, but i’d really like to. Awesome stuff!

@yaboyollie5666 Ай бұрын

this is probably the coolest thing ive ever seen omg I love how it really felt like an Ultra Sun character

@centdemeern1 Ай бұрын

This is such an incredibly high quality video Edit: just finished watching the video! Very cool, looks like a high quality DS Pokemon model as intended :)

@eugenechelovechniy 5 күн бұрын

The production video is incredible

@Receptionist64 Ай бұрын

I really like your editing style! Also great video!🥇

@Marshushu 28 күн бұрын

I actually really like the hands! It's a nice addon/twist to retro inspired models and seeing them posed at the end does allow for more expression in gestures. Definitely gives personality too! Love your work and keep it going! >:D

@basketsbrah Ай бұрын

Keven this is awesome. Hope you make more

@FantasyTemple Ай бұрын

Keven your art is so cool

@TheAtticus82 Ай бұрын

Great video, dude! I'm a dev trying too learn how to do sprite and model work, and this is super inspiring. Just subbed! Looking forward to more 😃

@Squidmoto3 Ай бұрын

So perfect dude, absolutely love it.

@mai2015 10 күн бұрын

Idk if he will see this but I'm currently doing a degree in animation and I cannot stress enough how valuable this video is to me!!! Vintage low poly video game styles are my absolute favourite and something I'm trying to master and this video is like the holy grail thank you so much!!!!!! I grew up on a ds and I've been trying to recreate the vibes in my own work. Amazing 😭🙏

@KeyframeChef 8 күн бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad the video was helpful! 😁

@Sukaichae Ай бұрын

this is so cool and well made!

@joybgg Ай бұрын

i adore low poly modeling because its so hard to model something with limited poly count yet it looks so simple. like, in modeling you always have to check your topology that everything will be in quads (there may be mistakes since im a blender noob)

@juaniche Ай бұрын

I've got to say this is an amazing video, I'm studying videogame design and animation and we tend to use maya for most things, but you've inspired me to get more used to blender! You should be proud of the marvellous piece of art you made here ❤️

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

I started out using Maya as well! I only switched to Blender because when finished Uni I did not want to pay for Maya 🤣🤣 And thank you!!

@SylveryFairy Ай бұрын

I'm gonna say, I looked up right at the end and saw the silhouette and thought it was a character from Pokemon sun on the 3ds! your recreation was very on point for the looks!!!

@Taelhyr Ай бұрын

Your character turned out great, I really like the style you went for. The PSX was one of my first consoles but I'm actually not a big fan of its graphics (except for prerendered backgrounds, but that's another topic). Something like the PSP or 3DS looks a lot more pleasing to me. Very nice.

@mesyokakashi Ай бұрын

i will steal your editing style, love it

@xgoom1234 Ай бұрын

Glad to see older styles coming back, good video!

@GiuHP Ай бұрын

This was such a great video ✨

@user-wj8zg7ih5v Ай бұрын

this is lovely :) what a great video

@HexenHowll Ай бұрын

Bro your channel is so underrated, instant sub 💕

@EbokGamer Ай бұрын

you were cooking bro, honestly really inspiring

@wasthatthebite0f87 Ай бұрын

super awesome and inspiring vid!

@seyathecreator 2 ай бұрын

That's so cool!!! I like low poly models aswell, they have this something in them

@Tiredarsonist Ай бұрын

another artstyle you might like similar to it is cel shaded artstyle, im pretty sure jet set radio and bomb rush cyberfunk use this artstyle. they're both really good games and I highly recommend them for the artstyle

@KeyframeChef Ай бұрын

I've been looking into that style! I might potentially make a video on it.