Graphics resolution affecting the perception of a character.

Graphics for games have come a long way. The Improvements that have been made to the quality of games graphics has allowed artists and designers to create better representations of characters and worlds.

The development of graphics has helped highlight key characteristics of worlds and characters, helping them become more distinct and recognisable. Graphics have become more realistic and more visually appealing, allowing players to gain more information about a character through the way they look and allow them an improved perception of the game world. Higher resolution graphics extend the level of detail that is possible to be used in a game. More detailed textures can create a sense of realism within a game, making it closer to feeling like you are in the game yourself. Detail can make everything clearer and this clarity helps the player relate better to the game.

However, being able to create better looking images does not necessarily alter a player’s perception of a character because the story builds their personality. Their appearance does present an instant idea of who the character is supposed to be, but the player gains a deeper understanding of their personality through interacting with them in the game. Improving the graphics has just allowed games to look stunning, not necessarily making the personality of the characters better.

Graphics are an important part of a game, as they present everything in a way that players will instantly connect to, but aspects of the character’s personality are revealed from playing the game and by being immersed in the story.