Skyrim's fonts - what do you think of them?

Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 7:47 pm

I think the fonts should have feet. Would it be tricky to change the font on the PC? I wouldn't think so.
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Britta Gronkowski
 
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 1:35 pm

Im fine with the fonts.. as we know they'll be smaller on Pc (think god). I just wish they wouldnt do the damn "Two handed skill increased to 60" messages :S
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 6:28 pm

I like the simple easy to read fonts. I am glad they didnt do something hard to read like in Fallout. the Pip-boy hurt my eyes no matter which color i went with. Bethesda stick to simple fonts and colors I hope they keep the same as they have been showing.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 8:22 am

What do you think of Skyrim's fonts? Are they bad, good, or something in-between?

Do you think Skyrim's fonts should be changed before the release? If so, to what and why? Feel free to give examples of pictures of fonts that you think Skyrim's should look like.

When talking about fonts, I'm referring to all fonts (in HUD, UI, etc), because they generally have the same style. If you dislike/like something about a special font that you think is unique, then just explain which one.

Here's some pictures of Skyrim's fonts:
1. HUD: http://oi56.tinypic.com/2w71xtg.jpg
2. Main menu: http://oi51.tinypic.com/sncwus.jpg
3. Skills menu: http://cdnstatic.gamesas.com/akqacms/files/tes/screenshots/SkillsMenu_wLegal.jpg
4. Items menu: http://oi54.tinypic.com/2lc1lhv.jpg
5. Skyrim font (not the same style as the others; just posted here for "nice reference"): http://www.justpushstart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Elder-Scrolls-Skyrim-Changes.jpg


Hey!

Me much likes this topic. No time at the moment. Will post asap, hlvr!
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 12:48 pm

What do you think of Skyrim's fonts? Are they bad, good, or something in-between?

Do you think Skyrim's fonts should be changed before the release? If so, to what and why? Feel free to give examples of pictures of fonts that you think Skyrim's should look like.

When talking about fonts, I'm referring to all fonts (in HUD, UI, etc), because they generally have the same style. If you dislike/like something about a special font that you think is unique, then just explain which one.

Here's some pictures of Skyrim's fonts:
1. HUD: http://oi56.tinypic.com/2w71xtg.jpg
2. Main menu: http://oi51.tinypic.com/sncwus.jpg
3. Skills menu: http://cdnstatic.gamesas.com/akqacms/files/tes/screenshots/SkillsMenu_wLegal.jpg
4. Items menu: http://oi54.tinypic.com/2lc1lhv.jpg
5. Skyrim font (not the same style as the others; just posted here for "nice reference"): http://www.justpushstart.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Elder-Scrolls-Skyrim-Changes.jpg

I want everything done in Draconic.

Have the symbols appear over instead but not in the middle like that. I would find it distracting.(One i don't want to see the name of every town in bold, i'll read a damn sign post/map for that. Also it would just look cool with all the symbols on the screen. To the right side of course in the lower right hand side where I can see it in small text if i wish.

Also I would like the Health, stanima, and magicka bars to be stacked to oneside like oblivion.

But thr menu looks finr but make the letter less sleek and more...archaic or wornout like your reading them from a carved stone. The text looks to sleek for a place like Skyrim home of the Nords.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 6:53 pm

I have no issues with it. I would prefer them to be more classical looking because it is a fantasy game, but to be honest :shrug:

I want everything done in Draconic.


On second thoughs this^
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 8:08 am

I Have NO Idea why nobody likes the new UI, I think i looks awesome! I really like the style of it.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:53 am

I'm a big fan of the "old with the new" approach to the UI. Clean, clear, crisp fonts with dragon battles in the background? Yes please.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 4:47 pm

I don't like it at all, it looks bland, too modern and just way too "clean".
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:12 pm

It fits with the game so...... yeah i like it.

And i think it looks just plane badass.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 7:07 pm

I really like the fonts. They look clear, crisp, and easy to read compared to Oblivion. I wonder if they created this font for Skyrim specifically.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 9:47 am

as long as its clear and legible(it is), it doesn't matter. If you care so much and have a pc just use a mod.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:26 pm

The UI looks like a stupid ass lame i-noob app !


:blink: Ok...

Anyways, yeah the fonts look perfectly fine and no they don't need to be changed. They fit in with the rest of the UI which looks great :)
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 7:03 am

I think they could be changed a little bit but I think they fit the feel of Skyrim fairly well.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 12:15 pm

I love them, they look great. I wouldn't change a thing.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 12:33 pm

(Recycled from an old thread of mine http://www.gamesas.com/index.php?/topic/1199036-the-fallout-fonts/page__p__17838889__fromsearch__1#entry17838889)

From the scratchy handwritten fonts in Arena to the serif Kingthings font in Oblivion, I am still kind of upset over how Bethesda seems to have developed some obsession with using sans serif fonts in Skyrim. But you know how it is! Minimalist art deco Apple-esque hipster fonts are just so clean and modern and professional! Skyrim is clearly a maturation of the series, and it would simply look embarrassing if it were to partake in the juvenile pseudo-medieval theme that all of the other games had.

Maybe it's just for legibility on TV screens, but considering how Oblivion had flowy medieval fonts and since less and less people (like myself) have been hooking their consoles up to muddy Mitsubishi televisions from the 1990's since then, if anything Skyrim should be the game with the elaborate and overly garish fonts. So what's with the art deco fonts? I have an unhealthy obsession with every element of American culture from every decade before the one I was born in (that seems to be how nostalgia works in youth nowadays), but frankly this seems to be Bethesda taking the Apple and Bioshock inspirations a little too far. I don't need to see location names scroll out across the screen like the Fallout 3 intro. Nor do I need even more reminders of the Mac OS X default borealis wallpaper whenever I pull up my perks screen. Seriously Bethesda, I know we've been hard on you over how medieval Oblivion was, but Skyrim's interface reminds me heavily of Fallout 3. Just in the listings and minimalist fonts.

Granted these will be the easiest things to mod out, but really, am I the only one who's kind of appalled by their decision in choosing these modern fonts? I was expecting something fancier, with chiseled silver text and runic inscriptions. We kind of have the former adorning the edges of stat bars and other UI elements, but still. For those of you defending its legibility, you could read Oblivion's fonts perfectly fine on a television screen. Games should make a point to try and make their UI integrate as naturally into the world as possible - after all, isn't that what Todd was aiming for with the perk constellations? Having these sleek all-caps fonts and gradients materialize on the screen to me is like an Xbox Live notification or the Steam overlay. It just removes you from the game somewhat.


EDIT: There's also a few stylistic issues with the current fonts as well, like how almost everything is spelled out in all caps or "small caps" - there should be more contrast and variety in typeface and casing, to better prioritize and organize how everything looks in the inventory.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:58 pm

Ugly, unatmospheric, unimmersive and uncreative fonts.

These fonts were created for the console market in mind and for a good reason: this market is by far the more profitable one for companies. So Bethesda is slowly, but surely, adapting its business model to accomodate this reality. Fonts are a detail in this task, the whole game is designed for this market. You can expect a lack of deph in almost every area of the game when it comes out. It will be as beautiful and dumb as most video games you can experiment on the console platforms. I can bet on the end of the world on this. Just look what they did with Oblivion... (and compare it to Morrowind). Money, money, money, money ! Sing and swing..
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 11:39 am

Ugly, unatmospheric, unimmersive and uncreative fonts.

These fonts were created for the console market in mind and for a good reason: this market is by far the more profitable one for companies. So Bethesda is slowly, but surely, adapting its business model to accomodate this reality. Fonts are a detail in this task, the whole game is designed for this market. You can expect a lack of deph in almost every area of the game when it comes out. It will be as beautiful and dumb as most video games you can experiment on the console platforms. I can bet on the end of the world on this. Just look what they did with Oblivion... (and compare it to Morrowind). Money, money, money, money ! Sing and swing..


Aye its so unimmersive! In real life it looks so much better!

Oh wait...
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 9:14 pm

I don't mind the font. It's clear, readable, and a good size. I feel that it doesn't really go with the theme- I think you can definitely tell they're inspired by Apple. All in all, they wont bother me.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:08 pm

looks good to me. better clear than fancy.

there are a few games i can never read a bit of because of the font.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 6:41 am

It's modern, and easy to read.
I get that some people prefer the more "traditional" feel, but I LOVE the new HUD/Menu. And the font they've used matches seamlessly WITH the overhauled, and modern menu. If it were changed to something else, it'd just be...weird.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 12:14 pm

I loved the enchanting, charming fonts from Morrowind that only helped to svck me into the game world. I don't want Skyrim to be an ipod.
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 5:57 pm

Its horrible! :yuck:
Hopefully it looks completely different and made better at least for the PC.

ONE-HANDED INCREASED TO 25
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:48 am

Mmmm, the fonts are OK, I can live with em if this is what will be.... Definitely would prefer a little more character and depth to them though... more of the cold lands flair. example Glass Sword Classic in appearance but easily readable.

Not to keep kicking a dead wolf, but the compass size, location & set up really sux. :down: There must be a better way....
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Post » Fri Aug 12, 2011 11:51 am

The constellation looks good, sep most other part as when a skill is increased its just meh, and to large.
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