Pixel Art Class - What's The Right Canvas Size?

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  • Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
  • Heya, Pals!
    This week we're having a chat about Canvas Sizes for your pixel art! I get asked about this all the time, so hopefully I can give some answers on the topic.
    Enjoy!
    Chapters:
    00:00 - Intro
    01:46 - Pixel Art for Art's Sake
    05:14 - Pixel Art for Games
    07:34 - About Palette Depth
    12:04 - Character Sizes
    17:00 - Screen Sizes
    20:27 - Picking Your Game's Resolution
    29:58 - My Approach
    32:13 - Canvases for All Other Assets
    35:15 - Towards Pixel Art Proficiency
    37:21 - Outro
    Music Credits:
    Zelda: Threshold of a Dream - threshold.ocremix.org/
    Zelda: Essence of Lime - essenceoflime.revasser.net/
    Art References:
    / kyssalian
    / cyangmou
    Game References:
    Links Awakening DX
    Super Mario Bros 3
    Celeste
    Stardew Valley
    Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight
    Owlboy
    Iconoclasts
    Insignia
    Rogue Legacy
    Blasphemous
    Zelda: The Minish Cap
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    Later, pals!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 211

  • @dindotjs
    @dindotjs 2 роки тому +284

    The thumbnail is amazing - the idea of using quantum mechanics to work out the canvas size is brilliant

    • @AdamCYounis
      @AdamCYounis  2 роки тому +97

      That's a very sneaky but deserved flex recognisng them on sight like that!

    • @jaredjones6570
      @jaredjones6570 2 роки тому +4

      @@AdamCYounis It wasn't supposed to be obvious?

    • @alexsterckel2511
      @alexsterckel2511 Рік тому +21

      @@jaredjones6570 well to see the formulas is the point of the thumbnail to know that those formulas are related to quantum mechanics is quite the flex.

    • @fernmiranda
      @fernmiranda Рік тому +11

      Dang it! Now I have to learn quantum mechanics too?!

  • @ravinwong4654
    @ravinwong4654 2 роки тому +109

    The fact that this content is free, I'm finding my love for UA-cam again. Reminds me of learning how to design years ago.

  • @sixinchpowertape
    @sixinchpowertape 2 роки тому +117

    As someone who has recently found an interest in pixel art and game dev, this channel is literally the most helpful resource I've found. Thanks for the content.

  • @ShinoSarna
    @ShinoSarna Рік тому +15

    Also note that in sidescrollers, your character sprite's width (horizontal size) is much more important than height (vertical size) since in sidescrollers you typically move more to the side than upwards. (Notice that in games where you do primarily move up and down - like Downwell or Jump King - character sprites are more square-ish in proportions). Also notice that the super-wide games shown (Blasphemous and Rogue Legacy) have your character have really a narrow hitbox, while most of the sprite visible does not actually affect gameplay - for example in Rogue Legacy, the giant sword held by your character is purely cosmetic, and so is a part of the pointy hat in Blasphemous.

  • @DaShikuXI
    @DaShikuXI 2 роки тому +145

    This is quite literally the question I had on my mind today. I've been working on game assets and size has had me stumped. Your timing is impeccable.

  • @Hobbytea
    @Hobbytea 14 днів тому +1

    I really love that you break everything down into its smallest parts and explain the way rather than just saying the answer. This has helped me so much! Thank you

  • @xOMINUS_
    @xOMINUS_ 10 місяців тому

    Im in the process of developing my own RPG at the moment and your videos have been a blessing! love how you go into detail about everything! subbed and now going to binge all your videos! keep it up!

  • @tonyg_fgc8152
    @tonyg_fgc8152 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much for the analysis! You explain things very nicely and with variety of ways and examples, you are amazing at this. You save me from huge trouble with some of those tips so I highly appreciate it!

  • @3echelon3
    @3echelon3 2 роки тому +5

    I was searching everywhere for a tutorial just like this. Perfectly helpful and concise information. Insignia looks incredible btw

  • @DavidBrocekArt
    @DavidBrocekArt 11 місяців тому

    I've been doing professional pixel art for about five years, and yet I still come to your videos and always learn something new. Thank you!

  • @risingstar4948
    @risingstar4948 2 роки тому

    Excellent information, competently delivered. I am in the initial stages of vaguely considering designing game assets, and this gives me the confidence to try and create a mock-up, now that I know a good canvas size that scales properly for modern hardware.

  • @matthewsmith9162
    @matthewsmith9162 5 місяців тому +1

    I've come back to the videos so many times. thank you Adam.

  • @NickVanLoon
    @NickVanLoon Рік тому +2

    You have been single handedly the most useful youtuber I have come across. Have a degree in game development, and after 4 years of thinking about my game, I am now on path to creating it! Just so happens to be pixel art! The whole sizing, canvas, and doubling the resolution to fit 720p, 1080p, etc is so useful. Will be watching a lot of your videos over the next year haha. Thanks for being so helpful.

  • @JaromTV
    @JaromTV 2 роки тому +6

    Yet another excellent addition to the Adam Master Class series. Thanks for the time, prep and energy to breakdown this common question! Thoughtful and thorough as always.
    Btw, today I have officially, mentally "wishlisted" Insignia. Haha

  • @SilentKnight1337
    @SilentKnight1337 2 роки тому

    This is exactly what we need, thank you! We're working on developing pixel art skills for our game coming after the one I'm currently making, and the screen resolution thing was the one thing that i couldn't figure out.

  • @javier2560
    @javier2560 2 роки тому

    Such a jewel of video! Didn't realize this was the thing that most intimidated me from doing pixel art, thank youu!

  • @zezekuzeku7323
    @zezekuzeku7323 2 роки тому +16

    I have watched a lot of your videos to improve. And I can honestly say, this has been by far the most useful. Just having a starting point and explanation answers so many questions and ultimately helps make everything beforehand fit into place!

  • @HunterProduction
    @HunterProduction 2 роки тому +3

    Man this was so clarifying. You are a really talented teacher.

  • @rapasdecoeur7017
    @rapasdecoeur7017 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much ! I looked for these answers for a long time and was only abole to find infos on Reddit until now.
    Everything is well explained, I'll come back to that video often.

  • @TT21_96
    @TT21_96 Рік тому

    By far one of the best channels on youtube, incredible information and very well done explanations, and is all for free, awesome

  • @joepeaden1661
    @joepeaden1661 5 місяців тому +1

    As a beginner artist, made the art for my game about 100% better. I guess I just needed some frame to work within. Thank so much, and keep up the good work.

  • @iria9755
    @iria9755 2 роки тому +1

    These videos about theory that you are doing lately are awesome. I still find them very interesting and enlightening, but I wish they were around when I started with pixel art.

  • @hafsahhh1054
    @hafsahhh1054 2 роки тому +1

    I was literally just trying to figure this out for my own game! Thank you! I love your videos they’re very informative

  • @Spudmay
    @Spudmay 2 роки тому

    Man, this was so helpful! I've been tending to overthink and not understand, and you broke down SO much! Thank you!!

  • @jordana2267
    @jordana2267 2 роки тому

    I'm just delving into this medium and this video (your videos) are so extremely helpful! And inspiring! Thank you so much!

  • @user-zz5lz2ux6w
    @user-zz5lz2ux6w 2 роки тому +2

    Love this guy! English is foreign for me and don't speak well, but Adam explain so easy, that and I can understand. Good luck with your plans!

  • @markvador6667
    @markvador6667 2 роки тому +2

    Good advices from a pure pixel art artist, thanks you to share your knowledge Adam

  • @alif.fagundes
    @alif.fagundes 2 роки тому

    Really helpful video!
    It's by far the best i've seen in this subject.

  • @bliiblaablue
    @bliiblaablue 2 роки тому

    This answers so many critical questions that I've had in my head, thank you! Now, off to the jam..

  • @The_Crucifix
    @The_Crucifix Рік тому

    You're the best, buddy. In a world where so little is said about pixel art, you literally solve questions for people like me who want to start, but don't know how

  • @vinigmoura
    @vinigmoura 5 місяців тому

    One of the best video lessosn ive ever seen about anything!

  • @BluesInSeattle
    @BluesInSeattle Рік тому

    You really provide some useful information, dude. I appreciate everything you do.

  • @failprone
    @failprone Рік тому

    This answered all of my questions, amazing video

  • @Kalengo_Gaming
    @Kalengo_Gaming 3 місяці тому

    That tower has brilliant rendering! This video has been so helpful.

  • @x364
    @x364 2 роки тому

    Brilliantly informative! Thank you very much for this!

  • @Snak10
    @Snak10 2 роки тому +1

    Adam, you are creating the next generation of Pixel artists that will become AMAZINGLY GOOD, and for free!!!!! You knowledge is amazing! I'm going to buy the game for me and all my friends

  • @ChocolatChef
    @ChocolatChef 5 місяців тому

    Your videos are great, so much help, thank you!

  • @zhangjiaqi_1213
    @zhangjiaqi_1213 11 днів тому

    Very good content. Solve so many confusion of me! Thank you!

  • @alioth2021
    @alioth2021 2 роки тому

    I just got Aseprite yesterday, so I'm looking forward to following along with this video series you've created.

  • @michaelpeloquin6336
    @michaelpeloquin6336 Рік тому

    Super informative! Currently going through your library of videos for my board game project :D

  • @boerbol9422
    @boerbol9422 2 роки тому +3

    This tutorial should be shown to every new baby being born.
    That's how important it is.
    Very, very good video!! Thanks!

  • @Elduque40
    @Elduque40 2 роки тому

    I’ve always wondered about this specific question. Thanks so much

  • @virtualnk5825
    @virtualnk5825 Місяць тому

    Dude thanks so much for the video, this was amazing.

  • @user-ql7rp9vc2r
    @user-ql7rp9vc2r 3 місяці тому

    Thank you very much! You helped me a lot to understand proportions in pixel games. Great lesson!

  • @highpriestessmoon
    @highpriestessmoon 2 роки тому

    This took me so long to understand in 2019! Your video is so helpful! You explain things very well

  • @SaiTeadvuse
    @SaiTeadvuse Рік тому

    Thank you so much for such comprehensive video! It helped me A LOT

  • @drewg3765
    @drewg3765 2 роки тому

    I don't know how many times I've watched your content over and over. In other words... thank you.

  • @thebutcher1412
    @thebutcher1412 2 роки тому

    Simplified this so much for me, thank you

  • @xmoreno3366
    @xmoreno3366 2 роки тому

    This channel is GOLD

  • @idle.observer
    @idle.observer 7 місяців тому

    That was a really informative video. Thank you for sharing. I'm enlightened!

  • @eboatwright_
    @eboatwright_ 2 роки тому

    These videos are so informative! Also, 90k subs! YAY

  • @ZerumTV
    @ZerumTV 2 роки тому

    These videos are great, you’re a legend man 🥂

  • @kaleschuetzeberg5865
    @kaleschuetzeberg5865 Рік тому

    Thank you for this great breakdown.

  • @nuffen
    @nuffen 2 роки тому

    Nice video man as always!

  • @diesertortex
    @diesertortex 2 роки тому

    I watched a lot of yt videos the last days searching for a video like this. I wanted a deeper understanding why 320x180 is kinda the sweet spot right now. I make my first real unity game (all others are like...toys with few lvls) and honest thank you for this video. i got a way better understanding now how to make some retro pixel art games

  • @Tracer73866
    @Tracer73866 2 роки тому

    Super informative, thank you!

  • @MrSkyydude
    @MrSkyydude 2 роки тому

    This was so informative. Thank you

  • @user-lb8rs2rn7i
    @user-lb8rs2rn7i Рік тому

    Thank you so much for the video! It was very helpful to me!

  • @1KOLYANOS1
    @1KOLYANOS1 Рік тому

    Thank you Adam for explaining all this now I'm more confident in my attempt to make a pixel-art themed game

  • @AdThe1st
    @AdThe1st Рік тому

    Such a great video, thanks

  • @SeaForest
    @SeaForest 6 місяців тому

    This video just saved my whole 🍑 dude, seriously thank you for helping us get started off on the right foot!!

  • @CappicheGames
    @CappicheGames 3 місяці тому

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @lukasbrglum9607
    @lukasbrglum9607 2 роки тому

    This was extremely helpful as someone trying out pixelart :)

  • @rolitae
    @rolitae 2 роки тому

    Another great breakdown! 😎

  • @wednesdaysmith922
    @wednesdaysmith922 Рік тому

    There is no "right answer" in every case-across every game obviously. It all comes down to the creator's style and intent. I think you did an excellent job conveying that and most of the things one should consider when deciding these variables. Thanks you really helped me out here.

  • @PixelPotato
    @PixelPotato Рік тому +1

    Awesome teacher!!

  • @claudiosettiart
    @claudiosettiart 2 роки тому

    Amazing! Thanks Adam!

  • @JesusW4y
    @JesusW4y Рік тому

    Very, very insightful!

  • @carlosiagobueno672
    @carlosiagobueno672 4 місяці тому +1

    Awesome content.

  • @mysterious_monolith_
    @mysterious_monolith_ Рік тому

    This video's been really helpful.

  • @EverBardo
    @EverBardo 2 роки тому

    Hey pal, it was fun recognizing the Links Awakening cover song at the end [36:00]. Years ago when I found it on UA-cam, I bait-clicked on the fiery digital painting of link dueling ganondorf (same cover song but it’s started halfway in, here in this video).

  • @JoyceGreens
    @JoyceGreens 2 роки тому

    Really helpful tutorial! thanks for breaking this all down to a science. Your channel is my new favorite morning jam, and I appreciate all the effort you put into sharing this with us

  • @artunblock9433
    @artunblock9433 2 роки тому

    Amazing videos, thanks

  • @vallahigeldimoyuna4892
    @vallahigeldimoyuna4892 2 роки тому

    nice video as always this is the answer for so many beginners :)

  • @happyonherjourney
    @happyonherjourney Рік тому

    Thank you for making this video, really save me from lots of headache. I started to draw some assets and got really confused

  • @13egeria
    @13egeria 2 роки тому

    your videos help a lot! thank you!

  • @Psych6vzz
    @Psych6vzz 2 роки тому +3

    This video was everything i needed omg, i was bashing my head against my PC thinking on how i should approach the sizes of my character, scenery in general, and now i have all the answers i needed!
    Amazing content as always, i've learned a lot with your videos, i'll be looking forward to catch up your twitch streams!

  • @noahstalcup155
    @noahstalcup155 2 роки тому +1

    This is so cool. I'd love to see a video where you just take us through a lot of art from insignia and give a little commentary. I love seeing anything you make for it.

  • @gemmaconnolly276
    @gemmaconnolly276 2 роки тому

    I can't thank you enough for making these videos, I'm in my first year at uni and am a complete noob to any type of Game Art so your videos have been really helpful! Big respect for you giving up some of your basic knowledge so that beginners have a chance in such a fast paced and competitive industry :)

  • @MythicBeanProductions
    @MythicBeanProductions Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this. I was struggling so hard to figure out the proper aspect ratio for the scenes where I'm not using tiles

  • @Cloclo_
    @Cloclo_ 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @Xplouding
    @Xplouding 2 роки тому

    Great video!! Thanks!!

  • @snowpoint720
    @snowpoint720 2 роки тому

    Very good video. learned a lot.

  • @victor4899
    @victor4899 2 роки тому

    amazing work adam! can you please do some more environment tutorials please

  • @monsterjule3031
    @monsterjule3031 2 місяці тому

    wow that is soooo helpful thank you

  • @LimePharmacy2012
    @LimePharmacy2012 Рік тому +1

    Pixel art is legendary. in the future still can't be replaced

  • @sanstheelumbu
    @sanstheelumbu 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks talking about it adam
    Still having problems with right canvas

  • @RichardTomson
    @RichardTomson Рік тому

    thanks. you answered everything i was trying to figure out. Great to find other nerds in their own field. =)

  • @sergemo4607
    @sergemo4607 Рік тому

    You sir are amazing!

  • @hiiambarney4489
    @hiiambarney4489 2 роки тому

    Jeeeeez. When you wanna ask Adam a simple question but he is several parallel universes ahead of you.
    STELLAR WORK mate!

  • @funlabsdesignstudio
    @funlabsdesignstudio Рік тому

    Fan-tastic!!! 👌🏼

  • @overbyte
    @overbyte Рік тому

    Great video. Cheers pal

  • @yorkipudd1728
    @yorkipudd1728 2 роки тому +1

    EXTREMELY HELPFUL! It's one thing that really stumped me as a beginner. Many thanks.

  • @hrbrts
    @hrbrts Рік тому

    thanks sir you save my day

  • @XGMPinachet
    @XGMPinachet 2 роки тому

    The only extra thing i'd like to be explored/explained - tiny pixel art (8px or sub-8px characters e.g. The Cork, Environmental Station Alpha), which is an uncommon case, but still an interesting style

  • @SolantisA
    @SolantisA 2 роки тому +12

    It might be just me, but i'm in love with the 640x360 resolution. It's small enough to be pixel art and big enough to have detail.

  • @joaomoura4287
    @joaomoura4287 Місяць тому

    Thanks!😄

  • @gabrielap1490
    @gabrielap1490 2 роки тому

    thanks, very useful tips =)

  • @definitelynotnick2454
    @definitelynotnick2454 2 роки тому +1

    For some reason I couldn't get my head around this myself, I think my OCD for keeping the same cell sizes was messing me up. Thanks for this explanation.

  • @pixiy9
    @pixiy9 Рік тому

    This was massively helpful! Thank you!