Asset

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An Asset is a digital resource or object used in game development to build the game world and level. It can take the form of any digital content that can be included by the game engine of your choice. Assets are often produced by artists.

Concrete Examples

A 2D slime asset available to download for free on https://craftpix.net/freebies/free-slime-sprite-sheets-pixel-art/

Free downloadable 3D sci-fi models pack on https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/3d/characters/humanoids/sci-fi/sci-fi-characters-pack-197162

A collection of sound effects for a menu UI: https://www.unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/menu-ui-sound-fx-essentials

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Massing
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Symbols and Visual Language
also known as: Visual Design
Artist
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Communication Tools
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