Thesis
Representing Viking culture through 3D game art: Cultural representation and creative expression of Norse culture and mythology in video games
University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Master of Creative Arts, University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
2025
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.25907/00938
Abstract
This research addresses responsible representation of Viking culture and Norse mythology in video games, particularly focusing on the portrayal of Viking culture through 3D art. While video games frequently incorporate Norse elements, there remains a significant gap in academic research regarding how digital interactive media transforms and presents these cultural traditions.
The study specifically investigates techniques and strategies for representing Viking culture through 3D art in games, focusing on two primary research questions: (1) identifying effective techniques and strategies for 3D art representation of Viking culture, and (2) exploring ways to balance history with aesthetic appeal. Through the creation and analysis of six detailed dioramas spanning daily life, architecture, and mythology, the research examines workflows and decision-making processes in creating historically informed 3D models.
Details
- Title
- Representing Viking culture through 3D game art: Cultural representation and creative expression of Norse culture and mythology in video games
- Authors
- Trond Magnus Eriksen - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative Industries
- Contributors
- Colleen Stieler-Hunt (Principal Supervisor) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative IndustriesAlexander Muscat (Co-Supervisor) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative Industries
- Awarding institution
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- Degree awarded
- Master of Creative Arts
- Publisher
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- DOI
- 10.25907/00938
- Grant note
- I would like to extend my gratitude to Lånekassen, the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund, whose financial support made it possible for me to pursue my education in Australia.
- Organisation Unit
- School of Business and Creative Industries
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991136703302621
- Output Type
- Thesis
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