Constraints breed creativity. Using a palette of only 16 or 32 colors ensures your background feels cohesive.
These are custom, non-repeating illustrations used for cutscenes or specific vistas. They allow for more organic shapes and complex lighting. 4. The Power of "Dithering" pixel art background
Don't start at the pixel level. Sketch the broad shapes and "blobs" of color first to ensure the composition works. Constraints breed creativity
Uses "atmospheric perspective." As objects get further away, they should become less detailed, lighter, and often shift toward a cooler (bluer or purpler) hue to mimic the Earth's atmosphere. 2. Parallax Scrolling they should become less detailed