While AAA studios push the boundaries of photorealism, some indie developers are finding that modern tech can unlock more handcrafted approaches to making games. Räfven is an upcoming adventure game with strange creatures and environmental puzzles. Its unique atmosphere is enhanced by the fact that all of the artwork physically exists.
The Swedish Indie developer Räfven Studios is crafting scenes and characters using clay, foam and foraged materials, particularly leaves. While some think their handcrafted game development process will be too slow, Gothenburg-based art director and sculptor Ewelina Hedlund disagrees.
