Art Research

Alien worlds:

Each planet in Neo Human has unique ecological characteristics that will affect the player’s experience. The visual design of these planets must emphasise their alien feel while maintaining a sense of visuality that is acceptable to the audience.

• Extreme landscapes:
  • Study surreal natural phenomena such as salt flats, lava flows and permafrost landscapes.

• Movies such as Dune and Avatar showcase the harsh alien landscapes with stunning visuals.

• Visual Themes by Planet:
  • Planet 1: Towering trees against barren yellow earth; a muted palette with stark contrasts between vegetation and desolation.
  • Planet 7: A split between green grasslands and icy wastelands; soft gradients of light transitioning into harsh shadows.
  • Planet 10: Total darkness illuminated only by bioluminescence or player-generated lights; eerie high-contrast visuals with heavy use of shadows.

• Inspirations:
  • Horizon Zero Dawn: Overgrown ruins that blend nature and technology.

• Annihilation: Disturbing and surreal natural mutations.

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