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Read the latest editorial stories from Athena Productions, filled with design resources, insights, legendary client projects and glimpses into our wonderful studio.

RESOURCES

3rd June

Behind the Scenes: The Making of Merchant Disaster

In this breakdown, we share how thoughtful design decisions helped us tell a deeper story through environment concept art.

INSIGHT

13th May

The Future of Game Production: Hybrid Teams & Distributed Pipelines

Explore how hybrid teams and distributed pipelines are transforming game development, helping studios scale efficiently, reduce costs, and access global talent.

RESOURCES

21st April

Creating Fantasy Environment Concept Art in 2026: Tips & Tricks

Have you ever wondered how concept artists breathe life into imaginary worlds using digital art techniques? Our experienced team will guide you through tips, tricks, and techniques to help you create stunning fantasy environments.

INSIDE ATHENA

8th April

Working With Us: Here’s What Happens After You Reach Out

A step-by-step walkthrough of what happens after you contact Athena Productions, from the first conversation to project delivery and beyond.

CASE STUDIES

2nd April

Samson: A Tyndalston Story

Samson comes home to the worst streets of Tyndalston, a place that built him hard and never forgave him.

INSIGHT

25th March

10 Game UI Mistakes That Hurt Player Retention

Your game might look amazing but is your UI quietly driving players away? Discover the 10 most common UI mistakes that hurt engagement (and how to fix them) to create a smoother, more immersive player experience.

INSIGHT

11th March

Freelancers vs. Outsourcing Studios. Which Is Best for Game Dev?

Freelancers and outsourcing studios each offer different advantages depending on your project’s needs, budget, and scale. This guide outlines the pros and cons to help you decide which approach is the best fit for your games development.

INSIGHT

18th February

How to Build a Consistent Art Style Across a Video Game Team

Art consistency is a on-going process that relies on clear vision, strong documentation and communication. When teams are on the same page from the beginning - and consistently work to stay aligned - the project can scale, adapt and deliver a video game that feels cohesive.

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CASE STUDIES

16th February

High on Life 2

An intergalactic conspiracy threatens the fate of humanity! ! Team up with a wide cast of talking alien guns as you shoot, stab, and skate your way through the exotic locales.

CASE STUDIES

10th February

Wardogs

Our team at Athena Productions was thrilled to contribute concept art to Wardogs, and we can’t wait to jump in and experience this unique FPS firsthand!