Categories: Switch

Hit 2D Game Shovel Knight Was Actually Made In A 3D Engine

Shovel Knight is considered one of the pioneers in the modern 2D retro platformer genre, but did you know that its actually made in 3D?

In a new video from Boundary Break, host Shesez is joined by Shovel Knight developer David D’Angelo for an in depth look at how Yacht Club used a 3D engine to create a phenomenal 2D game. The video discusses how Shovel Knight uses perspective to make sprites and background arranged in 3D space look entirely 2D, along with reasoning and benefits behind using this approach.

Check the video out for yourself below:

What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

Yoerider

Recent Posts

Pokemon Scarlet/Violet “Team Star Challenge” Online Competition Announced

The Pokemon Company has announced a new online competition for Pokemon Scarlet And Violet. The competition…

53 mins ago

Pokemon Scarlet/Violet 2024 Ghost-Type Tera Raid And Mass Outbreak Events Now Live

The Pokemon Company have started some special events for Pokemon Scarlet And Violet. The events…

1 hour ago

Mightiest Mark Feraligatr Tera Raid Event Announced For Pokemon Scarlet/Violet

The Pokemon Company has announced the next 7 Star Tera Raid event for Pokemon Scarlet And…

1 hour ago

Pokemon Sleep Halloween 2024 Event Starts October 28th

The Pokemon Company will be running a new event for Pokemon Sleep this week. The…

12 hours ago

Pokemon Let’s GO Pikachu/Eevee Meltan Distribution Announced For China

The Pokemon Company will be running a special Mystery Gift distribution in China. To commemorate…

1 day ago

Sonic X Shadow Generations Sales Cross One Million Worldwide

SEGA has announced that Sonic X Shadow Generations has crossed a major sales milestone. The…

2 days ago