
Dreamscape Nirvana
Designer: Knight
With Atmosphere you can create that which is in your reality
and that which is in your dreams. With DreamScape Nirvana Knight captures
a peaceful and relaxing dream he experienced and brings it to us in 3D
to enjoy. If you're looking for a calming, serene world to explore you'll
want to take a step into this dream.
As soon as you enter DreamScape Nirvana you're treated to
the soothing sound of ocean waves hitting the shore. The entry point is
set up inside a small pavilion with bed, as if you are waking slightly
to walk through the dream.You'll immediately notice use of the lens flare
effect, which Knight uses throughout to add a dream-like feel to this
world. You'll see the rainforest and ocean in the background as you walk
out of the pavilion to explore.
Two 'must see' effects in this world are the waterfall and
the ocean waves. The waterfall coming in through an opening simulates
the foam at the bottom very nicely, and the way the waves roll up and
lap on the shore before going back out to rise again, is quite close to
what you see when you're at the beach. A great effect to watch in action,
and one that goes with the accompanying sound perfectly.
The lighting is done to give the contrast of dark shadows
and bright light, which adds to the overall dream-like environment. All
the elements from the palm trees to the lovely sky texture to the lone
swing cast in shadow blend beautifully together as you explore
and soak in the serenity. Load time on this world is very fast, which
is always a bonus.
DreamScape Nirvana is the perfect place to visit for a relaxing
and beautiful surrounding, and Knight does a wonderful job of using the
'atmosphere' element through sound and effects to bring his dream to life.
(See below for screenshots)
-Review by: Francesca Crolley
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The pavilion with bed. Done with transparent viewpoint
in aqua on the walls giving a serene feel. |
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The palm trees throughout are very well modeled to add
interest. |
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The bottom of the waterfall, with that great foaming
action. |
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Waterfall from the top, looking down as it cascades
to the bottom. |
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And example of the lense flare effect used to add the
'dream' element throughout the world. |
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The ocean wave effect is truly one to see, as the waves
roll up and lap onto the shore. |
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