The lush backgrounds ... it “HD-2D,” but Octopath Traveler is something else entirely—a game that looks like a nostalgic dream wrapped in modern technology. With its pixel-perfect character ...

Square Enix has confirmed a release date for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, announced to celebrate Dragon Quest Day, which ...

The answer to that question is HD-2D, a distinct video game look that ... could create impressive pixel art and juxtapose it with more dynamic lighting and 3D backgrounds to create something ...

Years later, these remakes still resonate with fans thanks to consistent design, polished pixel art ... the games’ 2D visuals are gorgeous, featuring sprites and backgrounds that pushed the ...

HD-2D games are quite simple when you actually break them down: all you do is place pixel-based characters onto 3D backgrounds and apply effects that make them look good. From there, the ...

This is an old school RPG through and through, and while this is the latest in Square Enix's "HD-2D" remake trend – adding some real visual flair while retaining its retro-looking pixel art core ...

Announced during Nintendo Direct (June 2024), Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake adds 3D effects to pixel-based backgrounds and encourages ... announcing that the games are coming to Nintendo Switch ...

Sonic Mania – was this the last time fans will ever see a Sonic game with the classic pixel art? (Picture: Sega) The makers of Sonic Superstars think pixel art is going to become an even bigger ...

The games that inspired a generation come to life once more, in the ultimate 2D pixel remaster! Enjoy universally updated 2D pixel graphics and the beautifully rearranged soundtrack. Gameplay is ...

Oli Welsh is senior editor, U.K., providing news, analysis, and criticism of film, TV, and games. He has been ... Put simply, HD-2D places 2D, pixel-art sprites within 3D environments that mimic ...