A good logo design and capsule art are essential parts of the branding and marketing for indie games. With Steam wishlists vital tools for gaining visibility and gauging the potential success of a game, the right graphic design and art can help a title stand out in a crowded market.
But what makes a good game logo and capsule art? And how accurately should it reflect the game itself? Those are questions that generate debate as a trend emerges of indie devs sharing before-and-after images of their assets on Reddit (see our guides to the best laptops for game development and the best places for free game assets if you're working on your own title).
