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Retro Game Art Styles Explained
From 8-bit sprites to pre-rendered 3D, how retro art styles emerged.
Retro games used a wide range of art styles. NES sprites were tiny but expressive. SNES Mode 7 pushed the limits of 2D. Genesis games favored vibrant palettes. PS1 era titles embraced early 3D. Each style has its own modern following.