As the Senior Art Director for the Virtuos Xi’an team of 85 artists, I led the creation of assets based on a comprehensive list of reference images, meticulously organized in spreadsheets. Each model had to convey a built-in narrative to reflect the overall tone and feel of the final levels. Once created, the props were strategically placed, arranged, and lit to produce the final visual presentation of the level.
The levels in CROSSFIRE X were the combined effort of three Virtuos studios—Xi’an, Chengdu, and Shanghai. My role required coordinating with these large teams across different cities, ensuring that every asset aligned with the overall creative vision. The challenge was to guide everyone in the right direction so that the final product appeared cohesive as if it were crafted by a single artist. It was essential to maintain a consistent style, optimize efficiency, and meet deadlines with minimal client revisions, all while ensuring a seamless and polished final level.
CROSSFIRE X
Enter the high-stakes world of global conflict in CrossFire X, a fast-paced first-person shooter that brings explosive action to consoles. Developed by Smilegate Entertainment and Remedy Entertainment, CrossFire X delivers intense gunplay, strategic team-based combat, and a gripping single-player campaign that will keep players on the edge of their seats.
• Thrilling Campaign Mode: Experience an epic narrative split between two opposing factions – Global Risk and Black List. Engage in covert operations, high-octane firefights, and cinematic moments as you uncover the motivations behind each side in a modern conflict.
• Dynamic Multiplayer Action: Compete in a variety of multiplayer modes, from classic Team Deathmatch and Search & Destroy to the exhilarating Spectre Mode, where stealth and strategy are key.
• Customizable Arsenal: Choose from a wide array of modern weapons and equipment, each customizable to fit your playstyle, whether you prefer long-range sniping or close-quarters combat.
• Strategic Team Combat: Work with your squad to outmanoeuvre opponents, execute well-planned tactics, and achieve victory across a variety of maps and battle scenarios.
• Stunning Graphics and Realism: Powered by Unreal Engine 4, CrossFireX delivers visually impressive environments, lifelike characters, and explosive effects that heighten the immersion of every battle.
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