ecliptica
Ecliptica
Ecliptica originally a game concept built around a post apocalyptic response to hit shooter Valorant was a simulated project spanning 9 months. A 5 vs 5 tactical FPS in which the game world map would change in between rounds of asymmetrical warfare with abilities. The game would surround 3 main factions the Vanguard Collective (Enforcers), Arcane Order (Mages) and Reapers Guild (Bounty Hunters.) Each guild would have its own visual style to go along with its individual wants in the game world.
original concept
The original concept art of Ecliptica took the form of a more expressional and modern design style. With a brushed stroke texture to add definition to flatter modern visuals. This was chosen as a visual contrast to the design style of Valorant, the main competition of Ecliptica, a flatter more abstract contrast.
illustration advancement
As the project progressed it became more obvious that the illustration style would need to change to a flatter yet still expressive design. Colours were flattened and a more Asian outlining technique was used to define form and shape. This was done primarily as a time saving measure reducing illustration time by up to 3 days while having a similar but more refined visualisation.
The boundaries of type
As apart of this project it became clear that in a post apocalyptic world our written language would move onwards beyond English and our already written typography. Therefore as apart of this game each faction would have a custom font which reflected their respective regions while maintaining a universally English game for accessibility.
ECLIPTICA brand style guide
As a final deliverable everything would be placed inside an art-book inspired Brand Style Guide showcasing all the elements of the Ecliptica visual brand.