‘Bookworm’ library scene by Vladimir Lepotic 80 Level 2026-09-27 | ‘Bookworm’ library scene by Vladimir Lepotic
80 Level Community Metasites Challenge: Winners Announced! 80lv 2024-03-26 | Our first Unreal Challenge ran throughout November 2023 until March 2024. In this challenge, we encouraged the community to create a unique unreal engine experience, featuring a basic blockout level, showcasing their innovative building abilities and storytelling talent. This challenge was not just about aesthetics, but aimed to inspire unreal engine innovation.Introducing the top three final winners and their remarkable experiences.1PM by Shaun Williams: https://80.lv/cgs/1pmD-Eye by Sang Nguyen: https://80.lv/cgs/deyeBinur Golpo by Aritra Chaklader: https://80.lv/cgs/binur-golpoCongratulations to the final winners, and a huge thanks to everyone who participated. Keep your eyes peeled for the next Unreal Challenge announcement for a new opportunity to train your creative and technical skill sets, then put them to the test—as well as a chance to win great prizes!https://80.lv/challenge2023
80 Level Community Metasites Challenge: Semi-Finalists Announced 80lv 2024-03-14 | The 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge attracted over 300 participants from all over the world, challenging them to craft unique, innovative Unreal Engine experiences by initiating their creations with a basic blockout level and incorporating initial game mechanics. Tasks included designing a boss fight with a voracious swirling monster, as well as developing mechanics for opening doors, collecting power-ups, and earning a final reward.Here's a glimpse of our five semi-finalists and their masterpieces, each representing a diverse range of creative storytelling and talent.Read More: https://80.lv/articles/80-level-community-metasites-challenge-semi-finalists-announced/
Attention to detail: linear vs. open world games #thelastofuspart2 #gamedev #deathstranding 80lv 2024-03-02 | ...
Houdini in Action - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2024-02-14 | Ian Smith, CG Supervisor at SideFX walks us through Project Pegasus (learning tech demo showcasing Houdini workflows with Unreal Engine 5). Explore non-destructive, procedural content generation in gamedev and how different tools can be used to create detailed open-world environments. Ian talks about software strengths and emphasizes how indie developers can leverage Houdini for fast and dynamic world-building that doesn't require lots of manpower.Check out Project Pegasus and improve your Houdini skills: sidefx.com/pegasus Read the article on 80.lv: https://80.lv/articles/ian-smith-on-becoming-an-artist-houdini-s-new-project-pegasus/ Ian’s socials:artstation.com/iansmithartist youtube.com/@iansmithartist/videos twitter.com/iansmithartist Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.
Cooking Food in 3D - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2024-01-31 | Designated digital chef Patrick Foley (PATRICK_4D) takes us to his kitchen. He shares interesting facts about a unique niche in digital art - photorealistic food renders, and delves into the importance of lighting, texture, and why choosing a specialty can supercharge your career. Patrick also discusses how he builds his brand with social media and its impact on attracting big clients. You better not watch it hungry cause this guy cooks! More from Patrick:instagram.com/patrick_4d/?hl=en tiktok.com/@patrick_4d?lang=en patrick4d.com Get industry-ready 3D assets designed by Patrick 4D:https://p4d.store/Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
Time Travel with VFX - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2024-01-17 | Trent Claus, VFX supervisor from Lola Visual Effects joined our podcast. Learn about the complex process of creating realistic aging effects for characters in major films: from the challenges of preserving actors' unique features to the intricacies of the facial anatomy. Trent shares fascinating insights into the evolution of VFX and how AI is shaping its future, as well as behind-the-scenes stories from top-tier movie projects, including Marvel Cinematic Universe. Check out Lola Visual Effects projects: lolavfx.com The episode was recorded at VIEW Conference 2023: https://www.viewconference.it/ Episode cover image copyright: © 2019 MarvelOther images used in the episode: © The Walt Disney Company © Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. © Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
Game industry layoffs & mental health problems - 80 Level Research #gamedev #mentalhealth #workplace 80lv 2024-01-08 | ...
From Burnout to Balance - 80 Level Research on mental health in gamedev industry #mentalhealth 80lv 2024-01-05 | ...
Employees of gamedev studios arent satisfied with their workplace - 80 Level Research #gamedev 80lv 2024-01-04 | ...
Art vs. Technology? - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-12-20 | Scott Eaton, multi-disciplinary artist & creative technologist, joins 80 Level Podcast. We discuss machine learning, its impact on human creativity, and the limitations & potentials of AI-generated content in gamedev. Scott shares his thoughts on future changes and possibilities for artists in the gaming world and tries to find a balance between art and technology.The episode was recorded at the VIEW Conference 2023: https://www.viewconference.it/ Scott’s website:scott-eaton.com Scott’s Twitter/X: twitter.com/_ScottEaton_ Check out Scott's online courses (Winter session starts in January): scott-eaton.com/courses Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
From Burnout to Balance - 80 Level Research Talk at Gamescom Asia 2023 80lv 2023-12-11 | Join Viktoria Steshina, Lead of Market Research at 80 Level, as she navigates the challenges of the gamedev industry, addressing the pressing issue of workplace culture's impact on mental health. Viktoria offers actionable strategies for industry professionals with insights based on a survey among 500+ respondents, a series of interviews with experts, and scientific publications. Fresh from Gamescom Asia 2023.Download PDF with the full research report and learn about the current state of workplace culture, mental health & HR trends: https://80lv.pro/wcrJoin our community of experts, and take part in 80lv research surveys & interviews to shape the direction of the industry: https://80lv.pro/rpyFollow 80 Level on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80Level
Rules of Open World Game Design - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-12-06 | Join 80 Level Podcast for a deep dive into game design with Jamie Smith, Principal Game Designer at People Can Fly. We discuss the core principles that make open world games stand out. Jamie shares how to design captivating gameplay mechanics, maintain player engagement, and balance form and function. If you're a game developer or simply fascinated by the world of video games, this episode uncovers the creative and technical aspects that drive the industry forward.Same episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.: buzzsprout.com/1265315/14097608More about Jamie: https://linktr.ee/smithstock Some examples in the video used by JamieYakuzayoutube.com/watch?v=CKiFfCE949s youtube.com/watch?v=k71rZSh0ipM Fallout: New Vegas Maphttp://www.gamemapscout.com/falloutnewvegas_interactive.htmlThe player starts at Goodsprings (to the left of the map), meaning they can only go up, right, or downElden Ringmapgenie.io/elden-ring/maps/the-lands-between Super Marioyoutube.com/watch?v=pLl7lbbpjig Destiny 2youtube.com/watch?v=LLpD4KH6kwI Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for digital artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
80 Level Community Metasites Challenge: Kickoff Tutorial 80lv 2023-12-01 | We're thrilled to announce the kickoff of our 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge! Put your real-time innovative Unreal Engine skills to the test for a chance to win amazing prizes by renowned names in technology, game tech, and 3D tools. More details about the challenge can be found in the link below. To help kickstart your entry, we're providing a comprehensive tutorial and guidelines.In this awesome tutorial we will go over everything you need to know to get started in the 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge and walk you through the template project. You’ll learn how to use this basic blockout level made in collaboration with Tiny Game Dev to build your own creative masterpiece. We provide you with a layout, a player, a boss and a few gameplay pieces and systems that you can use or modify to build any experience you want!CHALLENGE LANDING PAGE:https://80.lv/challenge2023TEMPLATE AND DOCUMENTATIONgithub.com/80lv/3D-Metasites-The-CrossingTo learn more about our 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge Join our Discord Community: discord.com/channels/352033276854009856/1174084413294903356
Filippo Robino on Creating a Balanced Life for Employees - View Conference Notes 80lv 2023-12-01 | ...
How to keep artists engaged? - View Conference Notes 80lv 2023-11-28 | Filippo Robino (CEO and VFX Supervisor at Alps Studios) shared how they help employees stay creative. #podcast #viewconference #vfx #creativity #turin
Mastering Unreal Engine with YouTube Tutorials - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-11-22 | William Faucher, 3D Generalist & Unreal Engine Mentor joined 80 Level Podcast. We discuss all-things Unreal Engine and the best ways to master it. William talks about his career journey & YouTube experience, and gives valuable advice for aspiring 3D artists on honing skills, choosing the right software, and understanding the evolving gamedev landscape.Continue listening on audio platforms: 80levelroundtable.buzzsprout.com/1265315/14017337-mastering-unreal-engine-with-youtube-tutorials-80-level-podcastWatch William’s tutorials: youtube.com/c/williamfaucher Check out the EasyFog tool for UE: unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/easyfog William’s Instagram: instagram.com/williamfaucher.vfx William’s Twitter: twitter.com/WillFaucherVFX Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
80 Level Community Metasites Challenge 80lv 2023-11-15 | Calling all 3D slayers! It's time for the ultimate test of your skills. Join in the 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge. Along with top game tech prize providers and a panel of creative demagogues in the field we are challenging you to transform a basic blockout game level into a masterpiece experience. Unleash your beast and take on this challenge!Register Nowhttps://80.lv/challenge2023Join the discord discord.com/channels/352033276854009856/1174084413294903356Prizes1st NVIDIA ASUS - ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED H7600 16" Laptop NVIDIA RTX 4090 XPPen Artist Pro 16 (Gen 2) KINGSTON KC3000 SSD (4TB) HUION Kamvas Pro 16 (2.5K) GAOMON PD1610 2.5K pen display REALLUSION iClone 8 License (Reallusion Store - Product) POLYGONFLOW Dash Freelance 1 year subscription RIZOMLAB RizomUV Licenses, for both Virtual Spaces and Real Space. Perpetual Indie Licences with 12 months. CGCIRCUIT One year of unlimited access to the Tutorial Library for one person and free access to the following Assets: cgcircuit.com/bundle-details.php?val=116 ARTSTATION 1 year of ArtStation PRO ADOBE 1 year subscriptions to Substance 3D Collection (includes Adobe Substance 3D Stager, Adobe Substance 3D Painter, Adobe Substance 3D Sampler,Adobe Substance 3D Designer, Adobe Substance 3D Modeler and Adobe Substance 3D Assets). KIRI ENGINE 1-Year KIRI Engine Pro Memberships FOUNDRY 1 Mari license Foundry - Get Mari on SubscriptionKITBASH Cargo Pro subscription for 3 months MUDSTACK 3 months of Studio plan complimentary access with 3 admin licenses included2ndNVIDIA RTX 4080 XPPen Artist Pro 14 (Gen 2) KINGSTON XS2000 (2TB) HUION Kamvas 13 GAOMON PD1220 pen display REALLUSION Character Creator 4 license POLYGONFLOW Dash Freelance 9 months subscription RIZOMLAB RizomUV Licenses, for both Virtual Spaces and Real Space. Perpetual Indie Licences with 12 months. ARTSTATION 1 year of ArtStation PRO ADOBE 1 year subscriptions to Substance 3D Collection (includes Adobe Substance 3D Stager, Adobe Substance 3D Painter, Adobe Substance 3D Sampler, Adobe Substance 3D Designer, Adobe Substance 3D Modeler and Adobe Substance 3D Assets).KIRI ENGINE 1-Year KIRI Engine Pro MembershipsKITBASH Cargo pro subscription for 2 month MUDSTACK 2 months of Studio plan complimentary access with 2 admin licenses included 3rdNVIDIA RTX 4080 XPPEN Deco Pro (Gen 2) LWKINGSTON XS1000 (2TB) HUION Inspiroy Dial 2 (2x) Huion GAOMON M10 PRO pen tablet REALLUSION Character Creator 4 licensePOLYGONFLOW Dash Freelance 6 months subscriptionRIZOMLAB RizomUV Licenses, for both Virtual Spaces and Real Space. Perpetual Indie Licences with 12 months. ARTSTATION 1 year of ArtStation PRO ADOBE 1 year subscriptions to Substance 3D Collection (includes Adobe Substance 3D Stager, Adobe Substance 3D Painter, Adobe Substance 3D Sampler, Adobe Substance 3D Designer, Adobe Substance 3D Modeler and Adobe Substance 3D Assets). KIRI ENGINE 1-Year KIRI Engine Pro Memberships KITBASH Cargo pro subscription for 1 month MUDSTACK 2 months of Studio plan complimentary access with 2 admin licenses included #80levelmetasiteschallenge #UnrealEngine5 #gamedev #CG #digitalart #3d #unrealengine #challenge #3dmetasites #80levelmetasites #3dartist
Revolutionizing VFX - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-11-01 | Nick Seavert, Founder & CEO of JangaFX Software joined 80 Level Podcast. Explore the art and science of visual effects in game development and learn how Nick turned his love for games into building software aimed at empowering game artists and making VFX easier. Stay tuned for an inside look at JangaFX's future plans, where they're venturing into real-time terrain and environment generation, promising to revolutionize game development.Continue listening to the interview on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or other audio platforms: buzzsprout.com/1265315/13886929Janga VFX website: jangafx.comJanga VFX tutorials on YouTube: youtube.com/@jangafx/videos Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalentGet your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
Perks of working in an outsource company - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-10-26 | Full interview on our channel!
All about Gamedev Outsourcing - 80 Level Podcast 80lv 2023-10-18 | Join us for another episode of 80 Level Podcast. Anna Kozlova, CEO at Room 8 Group, shares her expertise on why outsourcing can be a game-changer, how to retain top talent, and the potential impact of AI on game development. Find out how studios handle workloads and strike a balance between creativity and efficiency.Audio version of this episode: buzzsprout.com/1265315/13799701Room 8 website: room8studio.com Follow 80 LEVEL on social media:facebook.com/LevelEighty instagram.com/eighty_leveltwitter.com/80LevelWe are looking for more artists!Join 80 LEVEL Talent for free: https://80lv.pro/join_80lvTalent Get your work noticed by some of the biggest and best developers, publishers, and studios in video games today.This video is sponsored by Xsolla, a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry: http://xsolla.pro/8023
