This case study explores the video production process for Microsoft’s Age of Empires game by Dragonfly, a video production company. The project required creating an authentic Stone Age scene and involved challenges such as sourcing talent and props.
The final video for Microsoft’s Age of Empires game, produced by Dragonfly, was highly cinematic and visually impressive.
The visual design and aesthetics of the production were carefully crafted to accurately depict the Stone Age period. The costume and prop design, along with specialised makeup, brought the scenes to life, resulting in a highly authentic and visually stunning final video.
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The production team sourced a location that accurately represented the Stone Age period to film the video.
Sourcing the right actor for the Stone Age role proved challenging. The production team held auditions and worked hard to ensure the actor had an authentic appearance and acted naturally in the role.
The video was filmed at twilight to achieve a nighttime look for the final video product.
CREATING ATMOSPHERE WITH VISUAL EFFECTS
Slide the tool below to see the animation come to life. Compare the raw original footage with the finished and graded imagery.
VISUAL EFFECTS
Slide the tool below to see how footage captured at dusk was manipulated to look like it was moonlit nighttime.
Props played a crucial role in creating an authentic look for the video. The production team went to great lengths to acquire props that accurately represented the Stone Age period, ensuring attention to detail and enhancing the overall visual appeal of the final product.
The location played a pivotal role in achieving the desired look for the video. The production team needed to source a location that accurately represented the Stone Age era, adding to the authenticity of the final product.
The production team put in significant effort to ensure the actor’s appearance was authentic, which included specialised hair and makeup. This was crucial in bringing the Stone Age man to life and enhancing the overall visual appeal of the final product.
The art department worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was accurate, from costume and prop design to hair and makeup. Their attention to detail was essential in achieving the correct look desired for the video.
FINAL VIDEO
This promotional video produced by Dragonfly for Microsoft’s Age of Empires game showcases an authentic Stone Age scene.
This promotional video produced by Dragonfly for Microsoft’s Age of Empires game showcases an authentic Stone Age scene.
FINAL VIDEO
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The final video created by Dragonfly exceeded our expectations. The lengths the production team went to to get things to look right was truly impressive.”
