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8-bit graphics as a necessity are long gone. That said, 8-bit as an aesthetic is as vibrant as ever. The blocky pixel art so many of us grew up with is still near and dear to the hearts of many, even as tradional video games and computer generated graphics barrel toward the hyperrealistic. In this video, PBS Off Book explores the world of contemporary artists and musicians who love and utilize the 8-bit aesthetic not because they have to, but because they want to. More power to ’em.
(thanks Lisa!)
- 8-bit umbrella is singing in the rain
- Beautiful color-cycled 8-bit landscapes
- Some 8-bit demakes of your favorite modern games
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Published: Jun 15, 2012 03:34 pm