Grounding designs in realistic physiology, we were tasked with bringing the great Ape characters of Hollow Earth to life: Skar King, Suko, and the many members of their tribe.
Building off of the initial 3D concept models from Legacy Effects, our design studio worked into the Skar King’s anatomy to develop a 3D concept model. Our designers added aggressive characteristics to accentuate his villainous nature (including his fierce muscular features, conflict markings, and a hostile expression).
By researching the movement and appearance of apes in the natural world, we extended this level of conceptual thinking to Suko, the adolescent ape that Kong befriends and recruits to defeat Skar King. To design a realistic but sympathetic character, we tried to evoke the traits of baby apes, opting for large round eyes and a soft expression to bring out ‘cuteness’ in this baby Kong. We’re proud of the believability and life captured in these complex digital characters.