Create a 90s Video Game Character Image With AI
Prompt Outcome
ChatGPT Prompt
Create a vivid pixel art illustration of an original cyber-ninja hero from a 1993 side-scrolling action game, set against a neon-lit cityscape at night. The character should wear striking blue armor, a red headband, and wield a silver katana. The art style should be bold and colorful, with exaggerated proportions, bright color highlights, and pixel-perfect details. The background should feature a deep blue city skyline with pink and purple neon lights, all composed in a 16:9 widescreen format, evoking the classic arcade style of 90s video games.
How To Use This Prompt
Here's how to create a 90s-inspired pixel art character using AI.
1. Paste or Customize the Prompt:
Start by pasting the provided prompt directly. You can use it exactly as it is to recreate a cyber-ninja style character.
Or you can customize it by changing details like:
- Character type (e.g., "mecha pilot", "space bounty hunter", "mystical knight")
- Color schemes (e.g., swap neon blues for neon greens)
- Setting (e.g., a dark castle, a futuristic desert, an ancient shrine)
2. Be Clear About Style and Era:
If you tweak the prompt, always keep key elements that define the '90s vibe:
- 16-bit or 32-bit pixel art or early 3D polygons
- Bold outlines and limited but vibrant color palettes
- Exaggerated, heroic proportions typical of arcade and console games
- Neon, gritty, or fantasy environments were popular in that era
3. Use Aspect Ratio Wisely:
For an authentic retro feel, you can request specific screen formats:
- 4:3 if you want it to mimic old TV screens
- 16:9 for modern display use, but still retro-styled, like we did
4. Fine-Tune for Details:
If the result isn’t exactly right, refine the prompt by:
- Adding accessory descriptions (e.g., "power gauntlets", "jet boots")
- Specifying mood (e.g., "heroic pose", "battle-ready", "mysterious")
5. Stay True to 90s Roots:
- Avoid adding ultra-modern elements like:
- Hyper-realistic shading
- Modern fashion
- Futuristic technology beyond what 90s games imagined
6. Save or Enhance the Final Image:
Once you achieve the pixel art result you love, you can upscale it slightly for display (while retaining the pixel feel) or create a simple background story for your character.
