Join Exalted Studio’s Artistic Director and CEO as he unfolds how he has used Unreal Engine 5 to create a distinctive, stylized game, Big Helmet Heroes, which stands in contrast to the current trend of hyperrealistic games.
Florian de Gesincourt will take you through the evolution of the Big Helmet Heroes IP, from the first mobile game with its technical restrictions to the recent production for PC and consoles. He will share lessons learned from successes and failures, and the importance of understanding what players expect from an IP.
A highlight of the session will be a demonstration of the benefits of using a realistic engine for a stylized game. Utilizing features such as Lumen for real-time lighting, Florian will explain how the engine facilitated the creation of appealing art, how it allowed for concepting directly in the engine by manipulating lights, moods, and assets.
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