How Cameras in Side-Scrollers Work

As part of GDC 2015’s Indie Summit designer Itay Keren (Mushroom 11, IGF 2014 finalist) explores the camera techniques used from the classic side-scrollers of the 1980s through the indie games of today, demonstrating how camera work should be tailored to the game’s unique mechanics and characteristics. GDC talks cover a range of developmental topics including game design, programming, audio, visual arts, business management, production, online games, and much more. We post a fresh GDC video every weekday. Subscribe to the channel to stay on top of regular updates, and check out GDC Vault for thousands of more in-depth talks from our archives. Follow us on Twitter Checkout our Facebook page for GDC exclusives