Issue number 121 of Computer Arts Projects, published March, 2009, was devoted to the art of video games. The cover illustration, detailed above, was produced by graphic designer and illustrator Niark1. For more of Niark1’s crisp illustrations head over to his site or keep up with him on his blog. Computer Arts Projects is the spin-off of Computer Arts magazine, you can learn more about them both by clicking here.
Threadless has reprinted Sean Mort’s t-shirt design The Gaming Revolution. The tee features game controllers of every generation compiled to resemble a fist. For what purpose? One can only guess that Sean is fighting the good fight of awesomeness. Click here to add The Gaming Revolution to your ensemble or here to peek at the rest of Sean’s portfolio.
Take a look at these amazing collateral materials which surrounded SEGA’s The House of the Dead: Overkill upon its February, 2009 Wii release. With a project brief built upon explosions, over the top gore, and Rodriguez & Tarantino’s Grindhouse the branding gurus at Fluid didn’t miss a beat in their undead hearts. The work also earned itself the award of Best Press Kit at this year’s Leipzig Games Convention. Overkill reached the number three spot on the Nintendo Wii sales charts. Not bad on a console known for it’s kid friendly, mother approved games.
Based in Birmingham, UK, the folks at Fluid have sharpened their gaming chops designing for Sony Computer Entertainment, SEGA Europe, Capcom, Warner Bros. Interactive, and Disney Interactive Studios. Take a closer look at The House of the Dead: Overkill and the rest of Fluid’s work on their site.
Video games seem to have wormed their way into every crevice of modern media over the
past few years. As the gaming audience matures, more and more creative professionals are contributing to the culture surrounding this beloved pastime. WhiteSpace Invaders is here to treat your eyeballs to some of the best Graphic Design and Illustration to make its way into gaming culture, as well as some shining examples of beautifully designed geekdom.