The association of typography with form and content in digital games
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The aim of this study is to define the correct usage of the connection between the typographic elements in digital games and the form and content of game concept. In this work, the points to take into consideration while utilizing this connection correctly and the effective usage of typographic elements with game graphics will be scrutinized. Along with the character, object and environment design that is composed of the story and concept design which underlies the game design, the selection of the typeface in games is also one of the points to be considered. The typographic elements are substantial design elements of a game design along with the character, environment and level design. The typographic elements of a game are helpful to enable the connection between the user and the game and to direct the user in the game. In this sense, from the game's opening scene, the selection of typefaces that are used in logos, menus, and directions increases in importance. Moreover, in both visual and technical manners the usage of typography in games brings different approaches compared to the ones used in the printed media. To illuminate these topics, successful game examples will be analyzed. The selection of typefaces used in the examples will be looked at from the point of subject, concept and audience and the principles of the correct usage of typography will be mentioned. Along with these, the rareness of the resources about the usage of typography in game design raises the importance of this work.
Keywords: Game design, typography, type face, user interface design.
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