Dustborn Studio

3D platformer side-scroller. A small, but ambitious speck of dust named Zhora must grow as large as possible. Zhora is a bit cannibalistic; he feeds on the dust scattered throughout the room. When Zhora consumes dust, he grows bigger.

For the project, I drew inspiration from the atmosphere of Russreal—a fusion of realism, everyday life, and the distinct aesthetic of Russian domesticity, mysticism, and nostalgia. Therefore, the game’s protagonist travels through a dusty, stale room abandoned by God.

A dimly lit, dusty study bathed in eerie yellow-green light. Old books are scattered across a wooden desk, some leaning, sticky notes clinging to the spines. Dust motes float lazily; flies buzz nearby. Quiet, forgotten, and mysterious—like a scholar’s abandoned workspace holding untold stories.

A moody, dust-filled room bathed in hazy green-yellow light. A worn wooden desk with a dark rolling pin sits in the foreground, while a potted plant and an old appliance fade into shadow. Dust motes drift through a quiet, cinematic atmosphere—still, nostalgic, and dreamlike.

«Dustborn» is an independent narrative studio that crafts worlds on the border between dreams and reality. We tell stories through atmosphere—thick air, the rustle of dust, dim light, and forgotten spaces. Our projects merge visual art, sound, and interactivity, transforming memories and silence into narrative.

Philosophy: In every crack and shadow lies a story, and Dustborn gives it a voice. Focus: Atmospheric platformers, short interactive novels, and conceptual art projects. Mission: To create not just games—but sensations.

The exterior of Dustborn Studio at dusk. A small, secluded building tucked between old trees and overgrown ivy. The walls are cracked concrete and faded green plaster, softly illuminated by mist from within. A warm, foggy glow spills from the windows, highlighting drifting dust and bubbles in the damp evening air. The logo «Dustborn» is carved or softly painted above the entrance—simple, rounded letters in pale green tones. Dim street lamps flicker nearby, shrouded in fog. The atmosphere feels mysterious, melancholic, and slightly otherworldly—a blend of nostalgia, decay, and quiet creativity. Volumetric fog, cinematic lighting, soft focus, and realistic textures.

A cozy, dimly lit storytelling studio named Dustborn. The room feels heavy with atmosphere—shafts of faint greenish light cut through floating dust particles. Old books, sketchpads, and glowing monitors display eerie concept art. A small, round creature figure with one large eye sits on a desk beside vintage lamps and fogged glass jars. Cobwebs hang in the corners, and faint fog drifts across the floor, lending the space a dreamlike, underwater quality. The furniture is soft and curved, without sharp angles—muted green and sepia tones dominate. The space feels mysterious, nostalgic, and slightly surreal, blending decay with creativity. Cinematic lighting, volumetric fog, and soft focus.

A logo design for a storytelling studio called «Dustborn.» The logo should use soft green tones and smooth, organic shapes—no sharp angles.

Fonts selected by «What the Font"—Jano Round Bold, Albeit Grotesk Rounded Caps Bold, Renos Rough Black

A cozy scarf design inspired by Dustborn Studio. The fabric is soft and textured, in muted green and gray tones. The pattern resembles drifting dust, mist, and subtle fog—delicate, organic, and atmospheric. There are no hard shapes or sharp lines—only smooth gradients and soft speckles that feel like floating particles in the air. The overall look is calm, mysterious, and slightly melancholic, matching the surreal aesthetic of Dustborn. High-quality fabric texture, cinematic lighting, realistic textile detail.

A designer aroma candle shaped like the Dustborn studio mascot. The character is small, green, and round, featuring a soft, pale matte surface reminiscent of wax or porcelain. Its head is smooth and slightly oval, dominated by one large, glossy black eye that reflects light softly, lending it a calm, melancholic expression. There is no mouth—only a subtle texture suggesting where one might be. The body is short and plump, with tiny rounded limbs that taper gently toward the base, similar to a teardrop shape. The candle’s wick emerges from the top of its head, glowing faintly when lit and casting warm light over its smooth curves. The design is minimalist, devoid of sharp angles—everything feels organic, tender, and handcrafted. The color palette is a muted green-gray with a soft gradient, evoking dust, mist, and nostalgia. The background should feel atmospheric and cozy, utilizing cinematic lighting and a realistic wax texture.