A visual encyclopedia of 2D sprites styles – use as prompt inspiration for Midjourney, Gemini, or ChatGPT AI when making 2D sprites images

The Build Engine is a visual style that emerged in the late 90s and early 2000s, primarily seen in first-person shooter video games. It is famous for its unique combination of 2D sprites and pseudo-3D environments, which gave a realistic illusion of depth and freedom of movement within the game world. The Build Engine was particularly known for its use in influential games like Duke Nukem 3D (1996) and Blood (1997), which popularized the style and pushed the boundaries of level design and interactivity in FPS games of that era.

Build Engine

Final Fantasy Tactics is a Japanese tactical role-playing game developed and published by Square in 1997. The game is set in the fictional kingdom of Ivalice and features a medieval-like visual style with detailed 2D sprites and environments. It became famous for its unique blend of strategy gameplay, deep storyline, and complex character customization.

2D sprites styles on Stylopedia

Build Engine

Final Fantasy Tactics