Game Anim: Video Game Animation Explained

Game Anim is a comprehensive guide to video game animation, covering technical and artistic fundamentals, practical advice, and industry insights. It includes a new chapter on 2D and Pixel Art Animation, enhanced mocap coverage, and interviews with top professionals. It is essential for those looking to break into the industry and successful animators wishing to take the next step in their careers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Game Anim is a comprehensive guide that delves into the technical and artistic foundations of video game animation, offering practical advice and insights to help aspiring game animators achieve success in their careers. Covering every stage of game production from the animator's perspective, the book is packed with valuable lessons learned from working on a diverse range of game types in various in-game and cinematic roles, including animator, lead, and director positions. These experiences have proven successful across multiple studios, regardless of team size, culture, or genre.

The 2nd edition of Game Anim includes a new chapter on 2D and Pixel Art Animation, an enhanced chapter on Motion Matching, and numerous interviews with top professionals in the field. This edition further enhances the book's value as a resource for those seeking to break into the industry and experienced animators looking to advance their careers.

Key Features:

• 20 Years of Insight: Drawing from a wealth of experience spanning two decades in all areas of game animation.
• The 5 Fundamentals: Reinterprets the classic 12 animation principles and introduces 5 new fundamentals for exceptional game animation.
• Animator Interviews: Gain exclusive insights from notable game animators through in-depth interviews, offering behind-the-scenes stories, tips, and advice.
• Free Animation Rig: Access a free AZRI Maya rig, along with tutorials and additional resources, on the accompanying website: www.gameanim.com/book

Whether you are a beginner looking to embark on a career in game animation or an experienced animator seeking to refine your skills, Game Anim is an essential resource that will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and inspiration needed to excel in this dynamic and exciting field.

Weight: 748g
Dimension: 177 x 253 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367707651
Edition number: 2 New edition