[WIP] Minimalistic Character Base for Platformer

[hackJammer]

Currently working on a base character sprite for a horror platformer I'm working on, I'm aiming for a minimalist art style in order to make animations easier to handle given my semi-limited spriting background.  (note: I plan to implement character customization via sprite layers which explains why the character is naked)



Any advice or criticism on the sprite? Given that the character can be any average joe, I want to keep the character's stance relatively reserved but I think the stance and animations can look a bit more natural however I'm not sure how to accomplish that exactly. I've been working at the pixels for hours now so I can use a fresh set of eyes and some critique. I'd appreciate any and all feedback.

[MysteryMeat]

if you rotate the shoulders that much then the hips should too! As it is it gives the walk a very off-balance look. Try moving the hind-leg and corresponding hip back some!

[hackJammer]

if you rotate the shoulders that much then the hips should too! As it is it gives the walk a very off-balance look. Try moving the hind-leg and corresponding hip back some!

wow thanks for the reply! wasn't expecting such a quick response. Here's an updated sprite, I tried tweaking the hips and legs on certain frames like you suggested.



What do you think?

[MysteryMeat]

Still leaning pretty far back! Try moving both legs back about one pixel across all frames and see how that looks!

[hackJammer]

Happy New Year! *confetti*




I worked on the legs and a tad bit of the arms. How does this look?

[MysteryMeat]

MUCH better! On to some skins!

[hackJammer]

MUCH better! On to some skins!

Thanks for your feedback so far, it's much appreciated!





I created two skin tones for the mean time, I plan to add more in the future. I also created a running animation, does it seem fluid to you?

Once I solidify these changes I'll be straight for a while until there's a need for more distinct animations in my game like climbing, swimming, hiding, etc.