Today, we’re answering an important question: Did we encounter any challenges when blending cultural aesthetics with modern gaming standards? The answer is yes, and we’d love to share how we overcame these hurdles!
Here’s how our 2D artist Zoha addressed the challenge:
"Mughal culture is very detailed and intricate, and adding steampunk elements means more detail on top of detail. Modern games, however, focus on a ‘less is more’ approach, with basic structures and simple details to provide visual clarity. So, the challenge was finding the right balance. To resolve this, we opted for a stylized design style with playful color contrasts to give the designs the right amount of flair while ensuring they were still visually clear and functional."
How We Resolved These Challenges
A huge part of overcoming this challenge was research—and a lot of it! We looked through countless references to understand the core aspects of Mughal design and steampunk aesthetics. And, of course, ChatGPT was there to lend a helping hand in refining ideas and breaking down the complexities of the design process. 😄
Why It Matters By balancing the rich cultural elements of Mughal architecture with modern design standards, we’ve been able to create a visually striking game world that doesn’t sacrifice clarity. It’s all about finding that sweet spot where history meets gaming in the best way possible.