5 Landscapes for Crysis

1.  Basalt Formation Coastline

 Hard edged geometric basalt structures. No vegetation. Near midday overhead lighting, hard sun on a bright day.


2. Cliffs of Santorini

Vegetation is grass or scrub, only existing on slopes of less than approx 45 degrees. Possible afternoon sun providing shading on cliffs. Tiered erosion and scree with a lot of scree/sediment pouring down slopes and smoothing them.

3. Field/Forest

 Smooth gradient with heavy grass covering. A few scattered rocks with smooth edges. Dense stands of upright trees. Soft overhead lighting, midday.

4. Canyon

 Hard eroded layers of rock provide bands of colour. High gradient canyon walls, possibly eroded by extinct river. Vegetation is sparse and limited to relatively flat areas.


5. Smooth Rock Beaches, WA

Smooth coastal rock erosion. Probably has been eroded over a long period of time after formation. Dense green vegetation on slopes <70 degrees. Midday sun lighting, no clouds in sight.