Project information
Overview: “Dragons Lair” is a 3D homage dedicated to the iconic work of Don Bluth, specifically the legendary Dragon’s Lair—a groundbreaking interactive animation arcade game released in 1983. This project pays tribute to a cultural phenomenon and one of the most beloved games of the 1980s, following the adventures of the valiant knight Dirk the Daring in his quest to rescue Princess Daphne from the treacherous dragon’s lair.
Tribute and Personal Touch: My rendition of Dragon’s Lair takes the form of a 3D diorama, a heartfelt homage to Don Bluth’s original masterpiece. Infusing my personal touch, I opted for a Retro-Pixel Art style, deviating from the original but embracing the opportunity to explore different creative styles within the realm of 3D design.
Creative Process: The journey began with the design of Pixel Art in Adobe Photoshop, utilizing the original game art as a reference. The Pixel Art was then meticulously converted into SVG format using Adobe Illustrator and Figma, setting the stage for the transition from 2D to 3D.
With the SVG files at hand, Blender became the canvas for transforming the flat artwork into a three-dimensional masterpiece. The imported SVG files served as a crucial reference point in generating a 3D model that captured the essence of the original Dragon’s Lair while infusing it with a unique pixelated charm.
Once with the SVG files, they were imported into Blender to use as reference and generate a 3D model.
Finally, the completed 3D model found its home in Unity Engine, where it underwent the processes of lighting and rendering to bring the tribute diorama to life.
Result:
The final result is a captivating fusion of nostalgia and innovation—a
3D diorama that pays homage to the timeless Dragon’s Lair in a pixelated
retro style. This project not only celebrates the cultural significance
of the original but also showcases the versatility of 3D design,
demonstrating the possibilities that arise when embracing different
creative styles.
- Course : History of Animation II
- Institution : Veritas University
- Year : 2021
- Software used :
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