2D graphics in computer games

2D Sprites

What are they? 2D sprites move through different images to create an animation for a character during gameplay.

What do they look like ? Sprites make up an object or charcter usually a set of still images.

What is the purpose of it ? The purpose of 2D sprites is to give the impression of movement through animation usually with a character.

3D Isometric Sprites

What are they ? 3D isometric sprites are the same as normal sprites but are actuall made to look 3D.

What do they look like ? 3D isometric sprites are normal sprites made to look 3D.

What is the purpose of it ? The purpose of 3D isometric sprites is to trick the player into believing it to be a 3D image.

Concept Art

What are they ? Concept art is an illistration where it shows a design or idea shown in a certain mood before it is put out as the final product.

What do they look like ? Concept art is a visual development that is an illustrated image.

What is the purpose of it ? The purpose of concept art is to show an idea or theme through an illustrated image which is then developed on.  



Textures

What are they? Concept art is 2D image wrapped around a 3D model usually to give it colour.
What do they look like? Textures are usually patterns of colours.
What is the purpose of it? The purpose of the textures is to add colour to 3D models to give it more character.