AI Pokémon Cards 3

To Design Them Is My Cause

I’m a bit sad this little project is coming to a close, but I had a blast going back down the Diglett hole that is Pokémon!

I learned quite a bit about AI image generation and prompt creation. It is certainly a skill in itself to be able to massage a prompt to get what you need.

Basic Type Pokémon

The basic set is the last one for now, but it’s got some real standouts! I absolutely love Meowth’s stance and background, and although Farfetch’d looks a bit different… his energy is infectious!

Lickitung is about as creepy as you’d expect, both evolved birds are magestic, and Snorlax is just so darn huggable.

Game Components

I couldn’t just do an entire project without adding in some branding and product design. I created the boxes, the coins, the damage markers and the playmat.

Once I created the little Poké Ball symbol, the rest of the product design sort of fell into place. I knew I wanted it all to be dark to showcase the AI art. (kinda the point of the project)

I’m pretty stoked on how the coins came out. That was something I remember quite fondly from the 90’s, so I wanted to use my logo design skills to create something that would fit the vibe.

Blasting Off Again

I had no idea I’d be creating this much content when I set out on my first AI journey, but I think that’s a testament to the power and speed of the tools.

I was able to focus my efforts where I wanted, and AI was able to help me where I lacked. I’m not sure if it’s something I’ll be using a lot of in the near future, but it’s something that would be silly to ignore / fight.

We’re in the age of AI, jump aboard or get left behind.