A weak point - Page 3

Aesir · 2012-06-19, 11:20 PM

Actually, there seems to be quite some thought in the logos.

The TR logo looks solid, it represents strength by submitting yourself for the greater good, demonstrated by the stick figure with it's hands down but the line above it pointing up.

While the VS logo put's both hands up, like someone rejoicing, with the circle to show unity, a common goal.

For the NC logo, their prime motto is freedom, which is symbolized through the eagle and it's wings.

Atleast that's what I see in them.

Zenben · 2012-06-19, 11:24 PM

Ya know, there are a lot of logos (McDonalds, Ford, Mercedes, Coca Cola, etc.) that aren't very imaginative, but they represent brand recognition, and to change them would be just about the dumbest thing a company could do.

kaffis · 2012-06-19, 11:24 PM

That's kind of funny, OP. I actually find the NC logo to be the weakest of the three.

Maticus · 2012-06-19, 11:29 PM

Originally Posted by windlord

I'm a graphic designer/Artist of 20 years.

Now I know that this is a subjective call. Furthermore I realise that for this next phase of Planetside this isn't going to change. Mostly due to the logistics.

However an opinion is just that.

I think that the guys really should have looked at the faction logos. I think the NC one is Ok however the other two really are poor. I would expect something like that from a first year arts student.

Considering just how pivotal these designs are to the rest of the game I would've thought that these designs really could have been reworked and improved to reflect the awesome qualities that the rest of the game exhibits.

Just my 2 cents.

I was always taught, don't complain about something unless you have an idea on how to improve it.

windlord · 2012-06-19, 11:31 PM

Lol all comments appreciated.

And for anyone who cares I plan on joining VS. To me its about the gameplay.

But it's also about selling the game. I want this to succeed and graphics is what i do. Hence my post.

ZeeGermans · 2012-06-19, 11:34 PM

As an artist, I say they look fine.

Each logo looks completely different and can be recognized from a good distance away, which is important.

Aesthetically they function quite well.

The Vanu Sovereignty's logo is very sleek, it almost looks like an alien's face. It could even represent a human form with arms outstretched ready to embrace the enlightenment that only technological purity can offer.

The New Conglomerate's logo is bold, robust, it has weight. The imagery of an eagle and a star project the idea of freedom or at least national pride. Many nations use both symbols in their nation's iconography.

The Terran Republic's logo is simple, strong, and imposing. A central pillar dominates the overall form. Diagonal lines force the viewer's eyes upward toward the top. Authority is what this logo commands.

and that is not even discussing the color choices used.

Of course, that's just my take on this...

-cheers

Aractain · 2012-06-19, 11:36 PM

Is that guy complaining about our TR logo? Isn't that against some kind of law? Shouldn't we report him to the enforcement services?

Aesir · 2012-06-19, 11:40 PM

Originally Posted by ZeeGermans

As an artist, I say they look fine.

Each logo looks completely different and can be recognized from a good distance away, which is important.

Aesthetically they function quite well.

The Vanu Sovereignty's logo is very sleek, it almost looks like an alien's face. It could even represent a human form with arms outstretched ready to embrace the enlightenment that only technological purity can offer.

The New Conglomerate's logo is bold, robust, it has weight. The imagery of an eagle and a star project the idea of freedom or at least national pride. Many nations use both symbols in their nation's iconography.

The Terran Republic's logo is simple, strong, and imposing. A central pillar dominates the overall form. Diagonal lines force the viewer's eyes upward toward the top. Authority is what this logo commands.

and that is not even discussing the color choices used.

Of course, that's just my take on this...

-cheers

I agree on your take, it's a mainly more detailed version of what I saw in them some posts further.

And I'm no artist, well maybe a wannabe one

Brusi · 2012-06-19, 11:49 PM

so, as long as there is talk of changing flags...?

Aesir · 2012-06-20, 12:00 AM

Originally Posted by Brusi

so, as long as there is talk of changing flags...?

You either should have used a Reaver or old Soviet flag to make this right

Blackwolf · 2012-06-20, 12:01 AM

Originally Posted by Aesir

You either should have used a Reaver or old Soviet flag to make this right

I think that's the silhouette of a Predator UCAV, not a Mig.

Aesir · 2012-06-20, 12:05 AM

Originally Posted by Blackwolf

I think that's the silhouette of a Predator UCAV, not a Mig.

Which has a very similar silhouette to a Mosquito, my bad, wings, landing gear and so on, should have seen it.

ZeeGermans · 2012-06-20, 12:25 AM

Originally Posted by Aesir

I agree on your take, it's a mainly more detailed version of what I saw in them some posts further.

And I'm no artist, well maybe a wannabe one

Man, I am a slow at putting my thoughts into words... This thread was one reply in on the second page when I started typing. You totally summed up what I was thinking before I even wrote it... very nice.

I think we are in agreement then

Envenom · 2012-06-20, 12:57 AM

All I see in the TR logo is beauty. Raw. Pure. Naked. Beauty.

xnorb · 2012-06-20, 01:23 AM

I hope i don't get banned for this ...
(If i am, then this forum isn't worth it anyways)

The most remembered, most emotional and most powerful "logo" of the 20th century:

6 rectangles - could have been done by a 4 year old ...

Logos, emblems, flags - they don't need to be super complex.
Actually the less complexity the better.
I expected a designer/artist to know that ...