The Timeless Beauty of Pre Rendered Graphics

Some PC games in the late 90s and early 2000s had a particular look that I think stands the test of time. Join me as I investigate why that is and take a look at it's legacy.

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Youtube footage referenced:
   • Robin Hood The Legend of Sherwood - First ...  
   • The Computer Chronicles - Computer Games (...  
   • The Computer Chronicles - Greatest Games (...  
   • The Making of Age of Empires II (1999)  
   • The Making Of Stronghold  
   • Pillars of Eternity Update 79: Graphics an...  
   • The Computer Chronicles - PC Gaming (2001)  
   • Nvidia E3 2004 Demo  
   • Stronghold: Definitive Edition - Dev Diary...  
   • MetaHuman Creator: High-Fidelity Digital H...  

Music in order of appearance:
Sim City 4 OST - By The Bay
Sim City 4 OST - Epicenter
June - Bobby Richards
Fingerprint - Mini Vandals
Swimming Lessons - Bail Bonds

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Timeless Beauty
01:05 The Golden Age
02:33 The Rise of Real-time 3D
03:29 The Comeback
04:32 Closing Thoughts & Recommendations