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HOW DOES VIDEO GAME ART AFFECT PEOPLE?

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The influence Video game art has on us

Video game design/art is an evolving and influential art form that is widely presented through online videos games which plays a huge role on how the art contributes to the games advertising, player attraction , fan base and genuinely is what represents the game itself for its unique art style.

Players can enter appealing virtual worlds thanks to excellent and engaging video game art.

Players can feel more a part of the gaming world thanks to the realism and depth that complex details, lush textures, and moody lighting help to create.

Opportunities & Interests

The aspects of art in the game can widely influence the players behavioural changes or even awaken new hobbies such as cosplaying, drawing or animating. Video games and its designs can support new jobs for content creators, artists, businesses (merch) etc.

Negatives

For some, playing video games isn't just a hobby but could lead to addiction, this can affect the players mental health, health, lifestyle, socialisation and financial stability due to spending hundreds or even thousands on purchasing new characters, gun skins, emotes or pre-purchasing the game etc. which are all related to the aesthetic that is presented through the art in the game. It's important to remember that different people can experience video games in different ways depending on their age, personality, gaming preferences, and the actual game's content.

Since im interested in video game art, I've elaborated on the effects it has on people:)

https://www.artofvideogames.org/future - the future for video game art

https://gamequitters.com/negative-effects-of-video-games/

-negative side affect of video games

https://www.ign.com/videos/do-these-ps5-xsx-games-actually-look-next-gen-next-gen-console-watch

- discusses the evolving art in video games

https://www.artstation.com/about

-platform to showcase your video game art

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Emotional impacts

A wide range of emotions, from joy and thrill to fear and grief, can be evoked through video game art. Players can develop feelings of connection and empathy for well-made characters with expressive facial features and body language. Players get more immersed in the game's story and gameplay when they feel a connection to the characters and their tales, which increases player engagement.

Overall

Video game art has an impact on players by engaging them through virtual worlds, inspiring emotions, conveying information, giving gameplay feedback, appealing aesthetically, and allowing for individual expression. The artistry and meticulous attention to detail in video games greatly enhance the player experience, making it more interesting, memorable, and important.